Narita Airport to Tokyo
Trains, buses, private transfers and taxis compared.
Narita Airport sits about 60 km from Tokyo. Every option below is priced in AUD so you can compare it against what a taxi would cost you at home.
| Option | Price (AUD) | Journey time | Frequency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer Fixed price, meets you at arrivals. Worth it with kids or late arrivals. |
~$120 | 60-90 min | 24/7 | Door-to-door |
| Keisei Skyliner Popular Fastest to Ueno and Nippori. Best if you're staying in north-east Tokyo. |
~$25 | 41 min | Every 20 min | Direct |
| Narita Express (N'EX) Fastest Reserved seating, luggage racks, direct to Tokyo, Shibuya and Shinjuku. Discounted round-trip ticket for foreign passport holders. |
~$28 | 60-80 min | Every 30 min | Direct |
| Airport Limousine Bus Drops at major hotels. Best with large luggage, worst in peak traffic. |
~$35 | 85-120 min | Every 15-30 min | Direct |
| Taxi Expensive. Only sensible if the trains have stopped for the night. |
~$190 | 60-90 min | 24/7 | Door-to-door |
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Cheapest option: Keisei Skyliner at around $25. Fastest: Narita Express (N'EX).
Other airports in Japan
Haneda Airport, Tokyo - 18 km from the centre
Kansai International Airport, Osaka - 50 km from the centre
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How these comparisons are made
Routes, operators, journey times and fares come from the operators' own published timetables and pricing, compared in AUD. Public transport options are listed alongside bookable transfers because the train is often the honest answer - and where a booking platform is listed, it's one Jamie has personally booked through. Read the full editorial policy.
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