Narita International Airport to Tokyo (NRT) — Transport Guide 2026

Narita (NRT) is 65 km east of central Tokyo — Japan's primary international hub but far from the city. Narita Express (N'EX) to Tokyo Station (¥3,070, 60 min) is the standard. Keisei Skyliner to Nippori/Ueno (¥2,570, 40 min) is faster. Limousine Bus (¥3,200) to major hotels.

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Last updated: 2026-07

Cheapest
Keisei Access Express (¥1,240)
Fastest
Keisei Skyliner — 40 min to Ueno

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Narita Express (N'EX) to Tokyo Station

train · Best for: Direct + JR Pass covered
Cost
¥3,070 (~$20) · foreign tourist round-trip ¥5,000
Time
60 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min · 07:30-22:00
JR Pass fully covers this. Foreign tourist round-trip discount ¥5,000 (buy at airport JR counter).

Keisei Skyliner to Nippori / Ueno

train · Best for: Fastest
Cost
¥2,570 (~$17) · online ¥2,300
Time
40 min direct
Frequency
Every 20-40 min · 07:20-23:00

Airport Limousine Bus to major hotels

bus · Best for: Direct hotel drop-off + luggage
Cost
¥3,200 (~$21)
Time
90-120 min
Frequency
Every 20-60 min

Keisei Access Express (cheap local)

train · Best for: Cheapest
Cost
¥1,240 (~$8)
Time
80-100 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min

Taxi

taxi · Best for: Groups splitting cost
Cost
¥25,000-35,000 (~$170-235)
Time
75-120 min traffic
Frequency
On-demand

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Frequently asked

How far is Narita International Airport from Tokyo (NRT)?
Narita International Airport (NRT) is 65 km from Tokyo (NRT) city centre.
What is the cheapest way from NRT to Tokyo (NRT)?
Keisei Access Express (¥1,240)
What is the fastest way from NRT to Tokyo (NRT)?
Keisei Skyliner — 40 min to Ueno