Count your bags before you book. The ECO sedan holds 4 pieces, the Alphard 6 and the Hiace 9. Tokyo airport transfers from on request (Haneda) and on request (Narita) per vehicle, tax included.
Luggage is the detail travellers most often underestimate when booking an airport transfer. Passenger count decides how many seats you need, but bags are often what decides the vehicle. This guide sets out what each vehicle holds, how to count your bags, and which vehicle suits common groups.
Capacity of the three vehicles
| Vehicle | Seats | Luggage | Haneda (central Tokyo) | Narita (central Tokyo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECO 5-seat sedan | 5 | 4 | on request | on request |
| Toyota Alphard | 7 | 6 | ¥15,000 | ¥22,000 |
| Toyota Hiace | 10 | 9 | ¥17,000 | ¥27,000 |
Prices are one-way for central Tokyo, per vehicle, tax included, with tolls and parking included. The same fare applies across Tokyo; Tokyo Disney Resort is in Chiba Prefecture and is priced separately. See the Alphard and Hiace pages for vehicle details.
How to count your bags
- A standard-size suitcase counts as one piece. This is the basis of the capacity figures above.
- An oversized suitcase counts as one piece but takes more room. For suitcases of 28 inches or larger, mention the size when booking.
- Backpacks, handbags and shopping bags: small items can sit beside you, but if you are near the limit, tell us so there are no surprises on the day.
- Strollers, skis, golf bags and instruments: these are bulky items. Please state the type and number when booking.
- Child seats: if you need them, they also take up space in the vehicle. Please let us know.
The simplest approach is to list everything coming along and let our team check it against the vehicle.
Choosing for common groups
| Situation | Suggested vehicle | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2 people, one suitcase each | ECO | 4 pieces is ample |
| 4 people, one suitcase each | ECO (exactly 4) or Alphard | Choose the Alphard for more room |
| 4 people, one large suitcase and one carry-on each | Hiace | 8 pieces exceeds the Alphard's 6; the Hiace holds 9 |
| 5–6 people, one suitcase each | Alphard | 7 seats, 6 pieces: a close fit; with more bags, consider the Hiace |
| 7–10 people | Hiace | 10 seats, 9 pieces |
| 11 people or more | Two vehicles | Please contact our team to arrange |
Seats and luggage are two separate limits, and whichever is reached first applies. Five people with two bags each is 10 pieces: the seats are enough, but the Alphard's 6 are not, so choose the Hiace or split across two vehicles.
Reading the price
Pricing is per vehicle, not per person or per bag. Within a vehicle's seat and luggage limits, adding a passenger or a bag does not change the fare.
- With many people and many bags, one Hiace is often cheaper than two smaller cars. A Haneda Hiace is ¥17,000; two ECO sedans come to on request.
- Rides between 22:00 and 06:00 carry a flat ¥4,000 surcharge, whichever vehicle you choose.
- Airport pickups include 90 minutes of free waiting, so there is no need to rush at baggage claim or immigration.
What to tell us when booking
- Date, flight number and expected arrival time.
- Number of adults and children.
- Number of bags, and whether any are oversized.
- Strollers, skis, golf bags or other bulky items.
- Hotel name and address.
The more complete the details, the sooner our team can confirm the right vehicle.
Book
If you are unsure about your luggage, you do not need to guess. Submit your request on the booking page and list your bags; our team will help confirm the vehicle. For route details, see Narita to Tokyo and Haneda to Tokyo. Prices above are for reference; all quotes are subject to confirmation by our team.
FAQ
- How many bags does each vehicle hold?
- The ECO sedan seats 5 and holds 4 pieces of luggage. The Toyota Alphard seats 7 and holds 6. The Toyota Hiace seats 10 and holds 9. Figures are based on standard-size suitcases.
- Do backpacks and handbags count?
- We suggest counting them. Capacity is estimated in standard suitcases; a small backpack can usually sit beside you, but when you are close to the limit, tell us everything you are bringing when you book and our team will confirm.
- What about strollers, skis or golf bags?
- Please state the type and number of bulky items when booking, and our team will confirm that the vehicle can take them.
- Does extra luggage cost more?
- Pricing is per vehicle. Within a vehicle's seat and luggage limits, passenger and bag counts do not change the fare. Rides between 22:00 and 06:00 carry a flat ¥4,000 surcharge. All quotes are subject to confirmation by our team.
- Can you provide child seats?
- Yes, child safety seats and booster seats are available. Please tell us the number and ages of children when booking, as seats also take up space in the vehicle.