Haneda to Tokyo city: The fastest, cheapest, easiest ways to travel from Haneda airport (HND) to central Tokyo in 2026
Updated: Sep 1
So, you're starting your Japan trip in Haneda and are wondering how to make your way to your accommodation? We've made that journey countless times but every trip, travel group and situation is different. Here's our guide to taking the train, limousine bus or private transfer from Haneda into Tokyo city centre so you can work out what the best way is for you.
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How to get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo: Your options at a glance
Haneda to Tokyo by train
Haneda is connected by two rail lines: the Tokyo Monorail and the Keikyu Airport Line. The problem is, with one exception, neither of these lines gets you very far into the city centre, so you'll have to change somewhere for most destinations (which is a bit of a pain when you've got luggage with you - you could consider having your luggage forwarded from the airport to your hotel, though).
Tokyo Monorail
The Monorail is pretty cool in that there's plenty of room for luggage and has great views out over the bay, but it only goes as far as Hamamatsucho, meaning you'll have to change trains to reach the rest of Tokyo. Luckily, Hamamatsucho Station is right beside the Yamanote Line station of the same name. But the Yamanote is famously pretty crowded, not especially fast and doesn't have dedicated luggage space.
Keikyu Airport Line
The Keikyu is a normal commuter train that happens to go to Haneda Airport, so it can get crowded and there's no dedicated luggage space. But the great thing about the Keikyu line is that some of the trains (3-4 time an hour) magically turn into the Asakusa subway line at Sengakuji Station and travel on up to Asakusa. We found this so convenient on one of our last trips to Tokyo: we flew into Haneda and were in our Asakusa hotel in less than an hour for around 650 yen each. That's the exception we mentioned above; if you're heading elsewhere in Tokyo, you'll have to change, probably in Shinagawa.
Haneda to Tokyo by train - Pros:
The fastest option in most cases, since you're not at the mercy of traffic conditions
Connects to all parts of the city
Cheapest option
Frequent
Haneda to Tokyo by train - Cons:
You'll have to change trains in most cases
Can be extremely crowded at peak travel times
No dedicated luggage space (with the exception of the Monorail)
Stop running before midnight, so not suitable for late-night flights
Haneda to Tokyo by limousine bus
The limousine bus is a very convenient option, since you just have your luggage packed into the bottom of the bus and off you go, but it's not the fastest or cheapest. The journey from Haneda to central Tokyo won't take too long (depending on your destination, of course) but you'll be subject to traffic conditions and may have to wait 20-30 minutes in the airport since the limousine buses don't depart as often as the trains.
As handy as the limousine bus is, it's only worth it if you will be getting out within easy walking distance of your hotel. Taking a train or taxi after the limousine bus probably won't pay, in terms of yen or time.
Tickets can be booked ahead of time online. Klook makes it easy to book for the right bus. You can then board with a QR code on your phone.
Haneda to Tokyo by limousine bus - Pros:
Having your luggage taken care of makes it a convenient option, especially for families
Stops at many major hotels
You get to see some of the city on the way
Haneda to Tokyo by limousine - Cons:
Can be the slowest option, since they are subject to traffic conditions
Not all destinations covered and nearest destination may still be far from your hotel
Pricier than the train
Much less frequent than the train - only 1 or 2 buses per hour and the last bus is generally before 11 pm
Haneda to Tokyo by taxi / private transfer
This is certainly the luxe option but Haneda is much closer to central Tokyo than Narita Airport, so taking a taxi won't be as budget-busting as you might think. Our top tip: we've always found booking a taxi transfer in advance, for example on booking.com, much cheaper than spontaneously jumping into one at the airport's taxi rank. For larger groups especially, a private transfer may not cost much more altogether than the train or the bus. And of course it's a door-to-door service, which feels magical after a long flight.
Since the trains and limousine buses stop running well before midnight, you might not realistically have any other option than a taxi if you are coming in on a late-night flight. Our flight into Haneda just last year arrived at 10:30pm but it took us more than an hour to clear immigration, customs and collect our bags - we were glad we had pre-booked a private transfer, who tracked our flight and waited for us in the arrivals lobby.
Book your private transfer in advance and be met at the airport by your driver. Click on the button below to check prices for your group.
Haneda to Tokyo by taxi / private transfer - Pros:
Ultimate in comfort: bags taken care of, driven directly to your hotel
No waiting in airport for next train/bus
Availability 24/7
Can work out to be very economical for larger groups
Haneda to Tokyo by limousine - Cons:
Also subject to traffic conditions, so not the fastest option (but no waiting in the airport)
The priciest option for solo travellers, couples or small groups
Getting to central to Tokyo from Haneda: at a glance
Destination | Best Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers |
Tokyo Station / Marunouchi | Tokyo Monorail → JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (at Hamamatsucho) | ~25 min | ¥690 | 1 |
Shibuya | Keikyu Airport Line → JR Yamanote Line (at Shinagawa) | ~30–35 min | ¥510 | 1 |
Shinjuku | Keikyu Line → JR Yamanote Line (at Shinagawa) | ~40 min | ¥540 | 1 |
Ginza (Higashi-Ginza) | Keikyu Airport Line (direct via Asakusa Line through-service) | ~30 min | ¥550 | 0 |
Asakusa | Keikyu Airport Line (direct via Asakusa Line through-service) | ~35–40 min | ¥610 | 0 |
Roppongi | Keikyu Line → Toei Oedo Line (at Daimon) | ~35 min | ¥550 | 1 |
Tokyo Disneyland | Limousine Bus (direct to Tokyo Disney Resort) | ~30–45 min | ¥1,300 | 0 |
Narita Airport (NRT) | Keikyu Access Express (direct) OR Limousine Bus | ~75–90 min | ¥1,800–¥3,600 | 0 |
FAQ: Haneda to Tokyo
How much is an Uber from Haneda to Tokyo?
It will depend on where you're going, what the traffic is like and what time of the day it is (there might be a surcharge for late-night journeys), but you can expect to pay 7000-11000 yen for an Uber from Haneda to central Tokyo.
Is there a direct train from Haneda Airport to Tokyo?
There are a couple of rail options from Haneda: the Keikyu line and the Monorail. The Monorail only goes as far as Hamamatsucho, but you can jump on to the Yamanote there and access most areas of Tokyo that way. The Keikyu line is sort of built on to the Asakusa subway line at Sengakuji Station so you can travel on it directly from Haneda right the way to Asakusa Station and all the Asakusa Line stations on the way.
How far is the bullet train station from Haneda Airport?
The closest Shinkansen station to Haneda is Shinagawa. Take the Keikyu Line from the airport to Shinagawa and change there to the Tokaido Shinkansen. It takes about 20 minutes and costs 330 yen.
How much is the bullet train from Haneda to Tokyo?
You can't take the bullet train from Haneda to Tokyo. The closest bullet train station is 20 minutes away. But Haneda isn't far from the centre of Tokyo anyway and a normal train will have you in Ginza or Shibuya in around 30 minutes.
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