Haneda Airport to central Tokyo: compare Keikyu, Tokyo Monorail, limousine bus, taxi and private transfer, with travel times and a per-car fare from on request.
Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) is in Ota City, Tokyo, and is the closest international airport to the city centre. Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza and Asakusa are only around 15–25 km away, and you have more ways to get there than from Narita. Drawing on Haneda Airport's official website, this guide compares the train, bus, taxi and private transfer options and who each one suits best.
The four options at a glance
| Option | Main destinations | Journey time (Haneda Airport estimates) | Cost | Changes to reach your hotel? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Keikyu Line, Tokyo Monorail) | Shinagawa, Hamamatsucho, Tokyo Station and more | Shinagawa about 15 min, Hamamatsucho about 20 min, Tokyo Station about 30 min | See each operator's website | Usually |
| Airport bus | Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station West Exit, Shibuya Station, Ikebukuro Station West Exit and more | Tokyo Station about 35 min, Shinjuku about 35 min, Shibuya about 40 min, Ikebukuro about 55 min | See the bus operator's website | Some routes stop at hotels |
| Taxi (fixed fare) | Most of Tokyo Metropolis | Depends on traffic | Fixed fare plus tolls | No |
| Private transfer | Any address in Tokyo Metropolis | About 30–45 min | ECO from on request per car, tax and tolls included | No |
Train and bus fares vary by route, so we have not listed them here. Please check the official links at the end of this article for current prices.
Train: Keikyu Line and Tokyo Monorail
Two railways serve Haneda. The Keikyu Line runs towards Shinagawa and Yokohama, and the Tokyo Monorail runs to Hamamatsucho. Haneda Airport estimates about 15 minutes to Shinagawa, 20 minutes to Hamamatsucho and 30 minutes to Tokyo Station. Trains are frequent and unaffected by traffic, which makes them the most efficient choice if you are travelling light.
Trains do stop at stations, though, not hotels. If you are staying in Shinjuku or Asakusa, you will usually change to a JR line or the subway at Shinagawa or Hamamatsucho, and rush-hour carriages are crowded, which is not much fun with a large suitcase.
Bus: direct to major stations and some hotels
Airport Limousine buses and other airport coaches run from Haneda to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro and beyond. Haneda Airport's website lists about 35 minutes to Tokyo Station and Shinjuku Station West Exit, about 40 minutes to Shibuya and about 55 minutes to Ikebukuro Station West Exit. Your luggage goes in the hold and you stay on board all the way. The drawbacks are longer gaps between departures and exposure to rush-hour traffic. The airport also notes that some routes are currently suspended, so check the latest timetable before you travel.
Taxi: fixed fares, tolls extra
According to Haneda Airport's website, taxis to most of Tokyo and Kanagawa can use a fixed fare approved by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The fixed fare assumes the Shuto Expressway is used, with tolls paid on top, and some areas are still charged by the meter. Fares for each zone are published by the Tokyo Hire-Taxi Association. You do not need to book, but you pay per car, so a group with plenty of luggage may need two.
Private transfer: short distance, clear pricing
Because Haneda is so close to the city, it is one of the best-value airports for a private car. Our prices from Haneda to central Tokyo are as follows (per vehicle, tax included):
| Vehicle | Seats | Luggage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECO sedan | 5 | 4 pieces | on request |
| Toyota Alphard | 7 | 6 pieces | ¥15,000 |
| Toyota Hiace | 10 | 9 pieces | ¥17,000 |
What it costs per person
| Party size | Suggested vehicle | Price per car | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | ECO | on request | on request |
| 4 | ECO | on request | on request |
| 6 | Alphard | ¥15,000 | about ¥2,500 |
| 9 | Hiace | ¥17,000 | about ¥1,889 |
These are daytime prices; a flat ¥4,000 is added for transfers between 22:00 and 06:00. Choose your vehicle by luggage as well as headcount: four people with one large suitcase each are already at the ECO's limit of four pieces, so an Alphard may be more comfortable.
What is included
- Tolls and parking, so the quoted price is what you pay.
- One price across Tokyo: Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, Asakusa, Ueno or anywhere else in Tokyo Metropolis costs the same. Tokyo Disney Resort is in Chiba Prefecture and is quoted separately.
- Child seats available: up to three child safety seats and two booster seats per booking.
- 90 minutes of free waiting at arrivals.
- 24/7 service, including late-night and early-morning flights.
Which option is right for you?
- Travelling solo and light, staying near Shinagawa or Tokyo Station: the train is the fastest and cheapest.
- Staying in Shinjuku or Shibuya near a bus stop: the airport bus saves you a change.
- Two or more people with luggage, or travelling with children or older relatives: a private car costs little per head and takes you to the door.
- Families or groups of six or more: one Alphard or Hiace is simpler than splitting across two taxis.
Book your Haneda transfer
Once your flight is confirmed, head to our booking page and enter your flight number, party size and luggage, or first browse the Haneda to central Tokyo transfer and the Haneda Airport route overview. All quotes are subject to confirmation by our customer service team.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-15.
- Haneda Airport, Train and monorail (journey times): https://tokyo-haneda.com/en/access/train/index.html
- Haneda Airport, Buses (routes, journey times, suspended routes): https://tokyo-haneda.com/en/access/bus/index.html
- Haneda Airport, Taxi (fixed fares, tolls): https://tokyo-haneda.com/en/access/taxi/index.html
- Keikyu Corporation: https://www.keikyu.co.jp/
- Tokyo Monorail: https://www.tokyo-monorail.co.jp/
- Airport Transport Service (Airport Limousine): https://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/
- Tokyo Hire-Taxi Association: https://www.taxi-tokyo.or.jp/
FAQ
- How long does it take from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Station?
- According to Haneda Airport's official website, about 30 minutes by train and about 35 minutes by bus. A private transfer to central Tokyo takes roughly 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
- How much is a private transfer from Haneda to central Tokyo?
- on request for an ECO sedan, ¥15,000 for a Toyota Alphard and ¥17,000 for a Toyota Hiace, per vehicle with tax, tolls and parking included. The same price applies anywhere in Tokyo Metropolis, with a flat ¥4,000 added between 22:00 and 06:00.
- Do taxis from Haneda use the meter or a fixed fare?
- Haneda Airport's website says fixed fares are available to most of Tokyo and Kanagawa, with expressway tolls paid on top; some areas are still metered. Zone fares are published by the Tokyo Hire-Taxi Association.