🇯🇵 Tokyo Airport Transfer

Tokyo Narita (NRT) Tokyo Haneda (HND)

Narita to Haneda is 85 km across Tokyo. Fast Limousine Bus is the standard direct option; combining Narita Express + Yamanote + Monorail is faster off-peak but requires transfers.

Distance
85 km
Min. connection
4h
Best time to transfer
Off-peak (10:00-15:00)

Transfer options

Airport Limousine Bus (direct)
bus
Duration
75-140 min
Cost
¥3200-3800 ($22-26)
Frequency
Every 30-60 min, 06:00-22:00
Best for: Direct, no transfers, luggage-friendly
Book Limousine Bus
Narita Express (N'EX) + Yamanote Line + Tokyo Monorail
train
Duration
90-120 min + 2 transfers
Cost
¥3200-4200
Frequency
Every 15-30 min
Best for: Faster in off-peak with light luggage
⚠️ Transfer at Shinagawa + Hamamatsucho — with luggage adds stress
Private car (Welcome Pickups)
private transfer
Duration
90-180 min
Cost
¥20000-32000 ($140-220)
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Late arrivals + groups
Book Welcome Pickups
Tokyo taxi
taxi
Duration
75-180 min
Cost
¥25000-35000 ($170-240)
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Late arrivals, absolute last resort
⚠️ Extremely expensive — Limousine Bus at 1/10 the price is nearly as fast

Stay overnight in Tokyo?

If your connection is 8+ hours or overnight, a hotel between the two airports beats an airport chair.

Frequently asked questions

How long does NRT to HND take?

Airport Limousine Bus: 75-140 minutes direct. N'EX + train + monorail: 90-120 minutes with 2 transfers. Taxi: 75-180 minutes depending on traffic — but ¥25000+.

Which is faster NRT to HND: bus or train?

In off-peak: train combo (N'EX + Yamanote + Monorail) at 90 minutes. In peak: Limousine Bus at 75-140 minutes because bus can use dedicated expressway lanes. Trains slow in Tokyo rush hour.

How much time between NRT and HND?

Minimum 4 hours. Both airports have strict on-time culture — Japanese carriers close check-in 30-45 min before departure.

Is there a night bus NRT to HND?

Limousine Bus runs until around 22:00. After that: taxi (¥25000+) or wait until 05:00 for first bus. Consider Narita transit hotel for late arrivals.

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