Haneda Airport to Tokyo Station: Best Ways to Get There
Compare Tokyo Monorail, Keikyu, bus, and taxi to Tokyo Station.
Quick Answer
Rail is generally fastest and cheapest; taxi is convenient for late-night groups.
Best overall
Tokyo Monorail + JR
Cheapest
Keikyu + subway/JR
Fastest
Taxi
Best with luggage
Taxi
Late-night
Taxi
Comparison Table
| Method | Time | Price | Transfers | Best for | Not ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Monorail + JR | 30-40 min | ¥700-¥800 | 1 | Frequent service, clear station signage, reliable journey time. | Can involve stairs, station walking, or a transfer at busy hubs. |
| Keikyu + subway/JR | 35-50 min | ¥510-¥700 | 1 | Frequent service, clear station signage, reliable journey time. | Can involve stairs, station walking, or a transfer at busy hubs. |
| Taxi | 25-45 min | ¥8,000-¥11,000 | 0 | Door-to-door, no timetable, easiest with tired travelers. | Most expensive and still affected by road conditions. |
Option 1
Tokyo Monorail + JR
Frequent service, clear station signage, reliable journey time.
Can involve stairs, station walking, or a transfer at busy hubs.
Option 2
Keikyu + subway/JR
Frequent service, clear station signage, reliable journey time.
Can involve stairs, station walking, or a transfer at busy hubs.
Option 3
Taxi
Door-to-door, no timetable, easiest with tired travelers.
Most expensive and still affected by road conditions.
Which option should you choose?
First-time visitors and families should start with Taxi if luggage and directness matter more than a few extra minutes.
Solo travelers and budget travelers should compare Keikyu + subway/JR. Late-night arrivals should keep Taxi as a fallback.
Do you need a travel pass for this route?
Airport transfers alone rarely justify an expensive pass. Use the Pass Finder if your itinerary includes city travel, regional day trips, or Shinkansen rides.
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FAQ
Which rail route is simplest?
Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho then JR to Tokyo Station is a common first-time route.
Do I need a pass for this transfer?
Usually no. A normal ticket or IC card is enough.