Tokyo Narita Airport Train Guide
Narita (NRT) to Tokyo — N'EX, Skyliner, Access Express — Updated 2026
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is 70 km from central Tokyo and has three competing train services. The JR Narita Express (N'EX) goes direct to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, and Shibuya for ¥3,070 in 60 minutes — and is free with the JR Pass. The Keisei Skyliner is the fastest at 41 minutes to Ueno for ¥2,580. The Keisei Access Express is the cheapest at ¥1,440 to Asakusa in 75 minutes, and accepts Suica/PASMO IC cards.
JR Narita Express (N'EX) — Stops
| Station | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Narita Airport T1 | 0 min | JR Narita Airport Station — basement |
| Narita Airport T2/3 | +3 min | JR Airport Terminal 2 Station |
| Tokyo Station | 60 min | CBD — JR Yamanote, Marunouchi line, shinkansen |
| Shinagawa | +10 min | JR Yamanote, Tokyo Monorail to Haneda |
| Shibuya | +20 min | Shopping, nightlife, Hachiko |
| Shinjuku | +25 min | Largest station in the world — most hotels |
| Ikebukuro | +30 min | Sunshine City, Otome Road |
Keisei Skyliner — Stops
| Station | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Narita Airport T1 | 0 min | Skyliner platform basement 2 |
| Narita Airport T2/3 | +3 min | Skyliner Terminal 2 |
| Nippori | 36 min | JR Yamanote Line transfer |
| Keisei-Ueno | 41 min | Ueno Park, Tokyo Metro Ginza + Hibiya lines |
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N'EX vs Skyliner vs Bus vs Taxi
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narita Express (N’EX) | ¥3,070 | 60 min | Direct to Tokyo Station + Shinjuku + Shibuya. Free with JR Pass. |
| Keisei Skyliner | ¥2,580 | 41 min | Fastest — to Ueno. Connects to Tokyo Metro for east-side hotels. |
| Keisei Access Express | ¥1,440 | 75 min | Cheapest — local train to Asakusa + Oshiage (Skytree). |
| Keisei Limited Express | ¥1,050 | 70 min | Slowest but cheapest — to Keisei Ueno via local route. |
| Tokyo Shuttle / Airport Bus | ¥1,300 | 70–90 min | Direct to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya hotels. Cheap. |
| Taxi (metered) | ¥22,000–28,000 | 60–90 min | Door to door, with traffic. Flat ¥21,400 to central Tokyo. |
FAQ
Which Tokyo Narita train should I take?+
Depends on destination + budget. (1) Going to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro: take Narita Express (N’EX) — ¥3,070 direct, no transfers, dedicated luggage space. Free with JR Pass. (2) Going to Ueno, Asakusa, eastern Tokyo: take Keisei Skyliner — ¥2,580 to Ueno in 41 min, faster than N’EX. (3) Budget travellers: Keisei Access Express ¥1,440 to Asakusa or Oshiage in 75 min — slower but half the price. (4) Carrying multiple bags or travelling overnight: Tokyo Shuttle bus ¥1,300 direct to hotel area.
Where do I catch the trains at Narita Airport?+
Both N’EX and Keisei trains share the same basement station at Narita Airport. From Terminal 1: take the escalator down two levels (B2 / B3) — follow JR (orange) and Keisei (red) signs. From Terminal 2/3: same setup, walk to the Airport Terminal 2 Station. Walk from Arrivals to platform is 5–10 minutes. JR (N’EX) and Keisei (Skyliner) ticket counters are on the upper concourse — buy tickets before going down. Both companies sell tickets via vending machines that accept foreign cards.
Is the JR Pass worth it just for the N’EX?+
Not on its own. A round-trip N’EX is ¥6,140 vs the 7-day JR Pass at ¥50,000. The JR Pass only pays off if you are taking shinkansen (bullet trains) to Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, or other intercity routes. For Tokyo-only trips, buy a one-way N’EX ticket plus a Tokyo Subway Pass (¥800/24h, ¥1,200/48h, ¥1,500/72h). For multi-city Japan trips with Kyoto + Osaka, the JR Pass becomes worth it — book before arriving as it cannot be bought in Japan.
How do I use a Suica or PASMO card on the trains?+
Suica + PASMO IC cards work on all Narita trains EXCEPT the reserved-seat N’EX and Skyliner. You need a paper ticket for N’EX (¥3,070) or Skyliner (¥2,580) — buy at the airport JR or Keisei counter. IC cards DO work on the Keisei Access Express (¥1,440), Keisei Limited Express (¥1,050), and any regular JR line. Buy a Suica/PASMO at the airport for ¥500 deposit (refundable) — it works on all Tokyo trains, buses, vending machines, and convenience stores.
How do I get to Haneda Airport (HND) from Narita?+
NRT and HND are 70 km apart with no direct connection. Best option: Limousine Bus from Narita Arrivals direct to Haneda — ¥3,300, 75–90 min, runs every 30 min from 06:30 to 22:00. Alternative: train — N’EX to Shinagawa (¥3,070), then Keikyu Airport Line to HND (¥300, 15 min). Total ¥3,370 + 90 min. For connecting flights, allow 3+ hours between NRT arrival and HND departure. Domestic flights from HND to other Japanese cities are often faster than shinkansen for trips over 1,000 km.
What about late-night arrivals at Narita?+
Narita Airport effectively closes after 22:00. The last N’EX departs around 21:44, last Skyliner around 23:00. After that, options are limited: (1) Tokyo Shuttle night bus ¥3,300 (only runs after midnight via reservation). (2) Taxi to central Tokyo ¥22,000–28,000. (3) Stay at an airport hotel — Nine Hours Narita (capsule, ¥4,500) is the cheapest. If arriving past 22:30, plan ahead — Narita is 70 km from the city and ground transport gets expensive fast.
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