*This article is based on information current as of December 2023.

Tsukiji is home to the Tsukiji Outer Market, famous for its fresh seafood, and even after the inner market moved to Toyosu, the area still buzzes with food-stall gourmet spots and hidden gems. Since Ginza and Tsukishima are also within walking distance, some travelers use Tsukiji as their base.

This article introduces how to get from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji. We’ll compare the fares and travel times of trains, buses, taxis, and NearMe, so use this as a reference.

Comparison Table: Access from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji

There are mainly four ways to get from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji: train, bus, taxi, and NearMe. The comparison table for fares and travel times is as follows.

Transportation	Fare (per person)	Travel Time	Number of Transfers	Recommended For
Keikyu Line + Subway	¥649	Approx. 32–40 min	1–2	Those who want the cheapest option
Monorail + Subway	¥670	Approx. 32–40 min	1	Those who want to enjoy the scenery
Haneda Airport–Toyosu Bus	¥1,110	Approx. 55–75 min	1	Those who want to sit as much as possible while keeping costs somewhat low
Haneda Airport–T-CAT Bus	¥1,178	Approx. 45–65 min	1	Those who want to sit as much as possible and check their luggage along the way
Taxi	From ¥6,700 per car + toll road fees	Approx. 25 min	None	Those with lots of luggage who want private space
NearMe (shared taxi)	From ¥2,980	Approx. 25–55 min	None	Those with lots of luggage who want lower fares than a taxi

Directions from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji

We’ll explain the following four ways to get from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji.

1. Train
2. Bus
3. Taxi
4. NearMe

Let’s look at each in detail.

1. Train

There are three nearest stations to the Tsukiji area. As an example, we’ll explain the nearest stations for reaching the Tsukiji Outer Market.

Station	Line	Time to Tsukiji Market
Tsukiji Station	Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line	About 1 min walk from Exit A1
Tsukijishijo Station	Toei Oedo Line	About 1 min walk from Exits 1 and 2
Higashi-Ginza Station	Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / Toei Asakusa Line	About 5 min walk from Exits 5 and 6

Reference: Tsukiji Outer Market Access

If you’re heading to Tsukiji Station or Tsukijishijo Station, you cannot get there without transferring. Whether you use the Keikyu Line or the Tokyo Monorail, a transfer is required. However, if you don’t mind walking a bit more, Higashi-Ginza Station, which you can reach directly, is a good option.

Here we introduce two routes that minimize the hassle of transferring.

	Haneda Airport Terminal 2 ⇔ Tsukiji Area
Fare (IC card)	¥649	¥670
Travel Time (including transfer)	Approx. 32–40 min	Approx. 32–40 min
Route	■Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2 ↕︎(Keikyu Line) Sengakuji (through service)* ↕︎(Toei Asakusa Line) ■Higashi-Ginza ↕︎(Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line) ■Tsukiji	■Haneda Airport Terminal 2 ↕︎(Tokyo Monorail) ■Hamamatsucho ↕︎(walk to transfer) ■Daimon ↕︎(Toei Oedo Line) ■Tsukijishijo

*Depending on the time of day, some trains require a transfer at Sengakuji. Reference: Jorudan Transit Guide

【Pros】

• Cheaper than other transportation options
• Predictable travel time
• No reservation needed

【Cons】

• Transfer required
• The lines can be confusing

2. Bus

A bus that lets you sit the whole way to your destination is also comfortable. However, there is no direct limousine bus to Tsukiji.

Here we introduce a route where you take a bus to a nearby destination and then only need one transfer. The comparison table is as follows.

Type	Fare	Travel Time (including transfer)	Transfers	Features
Haneda Airport–Toyosu route	¥1,110	Approx. 55–75 min	1	Can get off at a bus stop matching your destination, but the Toei Bus system is complex
Haneda Airport–T-CAT route	¥1,178	Approx. 45–65 min	1	Walk from an easy-to-understand bus stop

Let’s look at each in detail.

Haneda Airport–Toyosu Route

Segment	Fare	Travel Time
Haneda Airport–Toyosu Station	¥900	Approx. 30–45 min
Toyosu Station–Tsukiji Sanchome	¥210 (IC card)	Approx. 18 min

Reference: Tokyo Airport Transport, Toei Transportation, Ekitan

From each terminal at Haneda Airport, board the limousine bus bound for Toyosu Station. It runs roughly once an hour.

Limousine buses can be boarded without a reservation if seats are available. Purchase your ticket on the day from the ticket machines at each airport terminal. Advance online reservations are also available.

Once you arrive at Toyosu Station, transfer to a Toei Bus. Board the “Gyo 10 bound for Shimbashi” from bus stop 5 in the bus rotary in front of Toyosu Station. Buses run 5 times an hour, and about 8 times an hour during the morning and evening.

There are 12 stops. Get off at “Tsukiji Sanchome,” and it’s about a 3-minute walk to Tsukiji Station. If you’re heading to the Tsukiji Outer Market, it’s best to get off one stop earlier at “Tsukiji Rokuchome.”

Haneda Airport–T-CAT Route

Segment	Fare	Travel Time
Haneda Airport–Tokyo City Air Terminal (T-CAT)	¥1,000	Approx. 30–50 min
Ningyocho Station–Tsukiji Station	¥178 (IC card)	Approx. 5 min

Reference: Tokyo Airport Transport, Ekitan

The Tokyo City Air Terminal, known as T-CAT, is a bus terminal located in Nihonbashi. It is directly connected to Suitengumae Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, and is drawing attention as a base for sightseeing.

There are 17 limousine buses a day from Haneda Airport. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., buses run once an hour, and from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., roughly once every 30 minutes. As with the Toyosu route, advance online reservations are accepted, and same-day boarding without a reservation is possible if seats are available.

After arriving at T-CAT, it’s about a 7-minute walk to Ningyocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. T-CAT also has a tourist information center and a temporary baggage storage service open year-round, which is especially convenient if you want to prepare for your trip before heading to Tsukiji. From Ningyocho Station to Tsukiji Station, it’s about a 5-minute ride on the Hibiya Line.

Also, from T-CAT to Kayabacho Station on the Hibiya Line is about 10 minutes. Since this station is also on the way to Tsukiji, those who don’t mind a bit more walking may want to board from Kayabacho Station instead.

【Pros】

• You can sit until the transfer point
• No need to carry luggage while on the bus

【Cons】

• Transfer required
• Getting from the transfer point can be complicated

3. Taxi

For Tsukiji, where both train and bus require an annoying transfer, a door-to-door taxi is also convenient.

From Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Tsukiji Station, the metered fare is about ¥6,700. Toll road fees add about ¥1,950.

If the roads aren’t congested, you’ll arrive in about 25 minutes.

【Pros】

• Door-to-door with no transfers
• Faster than other transportation options
• No need to carry luggage even if you have a lot

【Cons】

• You don’t know the fare until you arrive
• More expensive than other transportation options

4. NearMe

NearMe is a ride-sharing taxi service provided by NearMe Inc. Since multiple people share one large taxi, you get door-to-door transport at less than half the cost of a regular taxi.

The base fare from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Chuo Ward, where Tsukiji Station is located, is ¥4,980 per person. Discounts apply for early reservations and when the share ratio with other passengers is high, so you can ride for as little as ¥2,980 per person.

The estimated travel time is about 25–55 minutes. Check fares and travel times with the simulator.

【Pros】

• Door-to-door yet cheaper than a taxi
• No need to carry luggage even if you have a lot
• Flat-rate pricing means you know the fare in advance

【Cons】

• Reservation required by 6 p.m. the day before
• You’ll be sharing the ride with other passengers

NearMe Is Recommended for Traveling from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji

There’s no direct train or bus from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji, making it an area that can be a bit hard to access.

• Too much luggage and transferring is a hassle
• Traveling with children and want to move around as easily as possible
• Anxious about unfamiliar train lines

If any of this sounds like you, why not try NearMe, which offers affordable door-to-door travel? Here’s a detailed look at how to book NearMe and its benefits.

How to Book NearMe

NearMe is a fully reservation-based service. Book through the official website or the app by 6 p.m. the day before your ride.

When booking, enter your destination, airport departure time, number of bags, and other details. The first checked bag per person is free, and each additional bag costs an extra ¥1,000, so be sure to enter this information.

Once you’ve entered the necessary information, the AI will display the optimal route. Check the displayed travel time and fare. Fares vary significantly depending on how high the share ratio is with other passengers and whether you book up to 30 days in advance.

Select the ride you want and make a provisional reservation, and you’ll be notified within 24 hours whether the ride is confirmed. Since dispatch can be difficult during busy times, it’s best to book early. If your ride can’t be arranged, change the time and make a provisional reservation again.

Once you receive confirmation, your reservation is complete. Check the vehicle information sent to you by 6 p.m. the day before your ride, and head to the pickup location.

Benefits of NearMe

There are three main benefits to using NearMe from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji.

• Door-to-door at a lower cost than a taxi
• Faster travel than train or bus
• You can set any destination you like

Let’s look at each in detail.

Door-to-Door at a Lower Cost Than a Taxi

There’s no direct public transportation to Tsukiji, so if you want door-to-door travel, your choice is between a taxi or NearMe.

With NearMe’s flat per-person fare, even a single traveler can use door-to-door service at a lower price. Applying early-bird or share discounts makes it even more affordable.

Faster Travel Than Train or Bus

Trains and buses are cheap, but transfers make the route longer and more time-consuming. With NearMe, you can travel directly from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji, saving time.

Even if the vehicle stops by other passengers’ destinations along the way, it’s still comfortable since you can relax in your seat without any transfers.

You Can Set Any Destination You Like

NearMe doesn’t have fixed stops — you can set any destination you like. This means you could stop by a hotel to drop off luggage before heading to the Tsukiji Outer Market, or go straight to a friend’s home in the Tsukiji area.

There’s no need to carry heavy luggage from a station or bus stop.

Conclusion

There are four ways to get from Haneda Airport to Tsukiji: train, bus, taxi, and NearMe. Trains and buses require transfers and take a somewhat roundabout route compared to taxis or NearMe. A taxi lets you travel the shortest distance, but the high fare is a drawback.

With NearMe, even a solo traveler can get to Tsukiji affordably. Plus, since you can travel directly to any location you like while seated, it’s ideal when you have a lot of luggage or are traveling with family.

Why not give NearMe a try on your next trip?