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Haneda is the closer of Tokyo’s two international airports, and getting into the city from there is genuinely easy — if you pick the right option for where you are staying. Here are the four realistic choices, compared by someone who lives in Tokyo and uses Haneda regularly. Fares are as of October 2026 and can change, so check the operator before you travel.
The short answer
- Staying near Shinagawa, Asakusa, or Yokohama? Take the Keikyu Line — the cheapest option, with direct trains to all three.
- Staying near Tokyo Station, or using a Japan Rail Pass? Take the Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho and change to the JR Yamanote Line. The JR Pass covers the monorail.
- Heavy luggage, small kids, or a hotel on a bus route? The Airport Limousine Bus takes you close to the door.
- A group, or landing late at night? A taxi from the official rank, using the flat fare to central Tokyo.
| Option | Where it goes | Time | Fare (approx.) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keikyu Line | Shinagawa; direct trains also to Asakusa and Yokohama | About 15 min to Shinagawa | About ¥330 to Shinagawa | Lowest cost; east Tokyo and Yokohama |
| Tokyo Monorail | Hamamatsucho, then JR Yamanote Line | From 13 min to Hamamatsucho | ¥520 (¥519 with an IC card) | Tokyo Station area; JR Pass holders |
| Airport Limousine Bus | Major hotels and stations | About 30–70 min, depending on traffic | Varies by route | Luggage, families, door-to-door |
| Taxi | Anywhere | About 25–45 min | Flat fares to central Tokyo; tolls may be extra | Groups, late-night arrivals |
Tokyo Monorail: easiest for the Tokyo Station area
The monorail runs along Tokyo Bay from all three Haneda terminals to Monorail Hamamatsucho Station, where you change to the JR Yamanote Line — Tokyo Station is three stops away. The fastest Haneda Express trains take about 13 minutes, trains run every few minutes, and the fare is the same whichever type you take. If you have a Japan Rail Pass, the monorail is covered, and you can activate the pass at the JR East Travel Service Center at Terminal 3. Without a pass, you can buy a ticket at the station or book a Tokyo Monorail ticket on Klook.
Keikyu Line: cheapest, and direct to more places
Keikyu trains reach Shinagawa in about 15 minutes. Shinagawa is on the JR Yamanote Line and is also a Tokaido Shinkansen stop, which makes it a good base if you are heading to Kyoto next. Some trains continue directly onto the subway toward Asakusa without changing, and others run to Yokohama — check the destination on the platform display before you board.
Airport Limousine Bus: best with lots of luggage
Limousine buses go directly to major hotels and stations across Tokyo, so you skip station stairs and transfers with your suitcases. Buy tickets at the counter or machines in the arrivals area. The trade-off is traffic: at busy times the ride can take much longer than the train. Book a Haneda Limousine Bus ticket on Klook.
Taxi: worth it for groups and late arrivals
Because Haneda is close to the city, a taxi is a realistic option. Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals and ask for the flat fare (teigaku) to your area of central Tokyo, so you know the price before you leave. Highway tolls may be added. Split between three or four people, it can be close to the cost of the bus.
Which terminal are you at?
Most international flights use Terminal 3. Terminals 1 and 2 mainly handle domestic flights, but Terminal 2 also has some international flights. Your ticket shows your terminal; all three terminals are served by both the monorail and the Keikyu Line.
Flying home from Haneda
- Arrive early. From November 1, 2026, tax-free purchases are checked at the airport before you check in your bags. See how the new tax-free refund works.
- Have time to spare? Terminal 3 has a free observation deck with a wide view of the runways.
- One more stop: the red torii in the photo above stands by the river near Tenkubashi Station, one stop from Terminal 3 on the monorail.
Before you go
- Traveling heavy? Same-day luggage delivery from Haneda to your Tokyo hotel lets you take the train with just a day bag.
- Get your mobile data ready before you land: how to choose an eSIM for Japan.
- Changing to the Shinkansen? Read the Tokyo Station guide and JR Pass prices after October 1, 2026.
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