Haneda Airport is about 15 km from central Tokyo, and transport costs range from under JPY 500 (~EUR 3) to over JPY 15,000 (~EUR 90) depending on what you choose.
Full cost comparison
| Option | Base Cost (JPY) | Cost (EUR) | Extras to Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keikyu Line to Shinagawa | 300 | 1.80 | Suica card deposit JPY 500 |
| Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho | 500 | 3.00 | Onward JR fare JPY 150-250 |
| Limousine Bus (Shinjuku) | 1,400 | 8.40 | None |
| Limousine Bus (Tokyo Station) | 1,000 | 6.00 | None |
| Taxi to Shinjuku | 8,000-10,000 | 48-60 | Tolls JPY 1,000-2,000 |
| Taxi to Ginza/Tokyo Station | 6,000-7,000 | 36-42 | Tolls JPY 1,000 |
| Private transfer (sedan) | 8,000-10,000 | 48-60 | Usually all-inclusive |
| Private transfer (minivan) | 12,000-15,000 | 72-90 | Usually all-inclusive |
Hidden costs to watch for
Tokyo transport is transparent, but a few things catch visitors off guard:
- Taxi expressway tolls are added on top of the meter. Drivers will ask if you want to take the expressway (faster) or surface roads (cheaper but slower). Tolls run JPY 1,000-2,000 (~EUR 6-12).
- Late-night taxi surcharge of 20% applies between 22:00 and 05:00.
- Suica card deposit of JPY 500 is refundable when you return the card, but you need it upfront.
- Limousine bus round-trip tickets offer a small discount if you plan to use the bus for your return journey too.
Best value by situation
Tightest budget: Keikyu Line at JPY 300 is hard to beat anywhere in the world for an airport rail link. You arrive at a major hub station in 15 minutes.
Balanced comfort and cost: Limousine Bus at JPY 1,000-1,400 drops you at your hotel or a major station without navigating train connections.
Groups of 3-4: A taxi or private transfer split between the group comes to JPY 2,000-3,750 per person (~EUR 12-22), which is reasonable for door-to-door service.
Families with children: Private transfer eliminates dragging bags through stations. At JPY 12,000-15,000 for a minivan, it is the most relaxed option and not unreasonable for what you get.