How to Travel from Haneda Airport Using Public Transportation
Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) is conveniently located near central Tokyo, making it highly accessible.
Below, we’ll provide a detailed guide on the main public transportation options for traveling from Haneda Airport to various destinations within Tokyo.
Choose the best transportation method based on your destination, budget, and luggage needs.
Types of Transportation Methods
There are two primary public transportation options for traveling from Haneda Airport:
1. Train
2. Express Bus
Let’s take a closer look at the features of each option.
1. Traveling by Train
Trains are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel from Haneda Airport to central Tokyo.
The following two major train lines are available:
Keikyu Line
- Destinations: Shinagawa, Asakusa, Nihombashi, Yokohama, and other areas
- Time: 15 minutes to Shinagawa
- Fare: Around 300 yen to Shinagawa
- Features: The Keikyu Line offers direct connections to the Toei Asakusa Line, allowing passengers to reach destinations like Asakusa and Oshiage (Tokyo Skytree) without transfers.

Note: On the timetable, destinations heading toward Tokyo are marked in red, while those heading toward Yokohama are marked in blue.
Tokyo Monorail
- Destinations: Hamamatsucho (connects to JR Yamanote Line and Keihin-Tohoku Line)
- Travel Time: Approximately 15 minutes to Hamamatsucho
- Fare: Around 500 yen to Hamamatsucho
- Features: From Hamamatsucho Station, it’s easy to access major stations like Tokyo, Ueno, Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, and Shibuya via JR lines.
- Additionally, passengers can enjoy scenic views of the bay area from the monorail.

2. Traveling by Express Bus
Express buses are ideal for travelers carrying large luggage or those seeking a comfortable, seated journey.
- Destinations: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Shizuoka, Yamanashi, Nagano, and more
- Fare: Ranges between 1,000 and 10,000 yen, depending on the destination
- Features: Many buses provide direct service to hotels or specific landmarks, offering a door-to-door experience.
Keikyu Bus

Airport Limousine Bus

Purchasing Tickets After Arrival at Haneda Airport
International flights operate out of Terminals 2 and 3 at Haneda Airport.
Below, we’ll explain how to find information and purchase tickets at each terminal.
Terminal 3
Most international flights depart from and arrive at Terminal 3.
Here’s a detailed guide for after you exit the arrivals area:
1. Information and Ticket Counters
After exiting the arrivals area, you’ll see the information counter directly in front of you (Floor Map: 3A).
If you have any questions, feel free to ask here.

To the right of the arrivals exit, you’ll find the "Tourist Information Center" (Floor Map: 3B), which provides travel-related information.

2. Ticket Purchases
Keikyu Line:
After passing the information counter from the Arrivals Exit, you’ll find Keikyu Line ticket machines to your right (Floor Map: 3C).
These machines support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

Tokyo Monorail:
After passing the information counter from the Arrivals Exit, you’ll find Tokyo Monorail ticket machines to your left (Floor Map: 3D).
These machines also support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

Express Bus:
To the left of the information counter, there is a ticket counter for express buses (Floor Map: 3E).
For first-time users of buses departing from Haneda Airport, it is recommended to purchase your tickets at the counter.

To the right of the information counter, there are automatic ticket machines for express buses (Floor Map: 3F).
You can also purchase express bus tickets here, and the machines support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.
For those familiar with using buses from Haneda Airport, purchasing tickets from the automatic ticket machines is recommended.


3. Terminal 3 Floor Map

Terminal 2
Some international flights also operate out of Terminal 2.
Here’s a detailed guide for after you exit the arrivals area:
1. Information and Ticket Counters
After exiting the arrivals area, you’ll see the Welcome Center to your right (Floor Map: 2A), which contains a Tourism Information Center
If you have any questions, feel free to ask here.

2. Ticket Purchases
Keikyu Line:
Head to the B1F floor and proceed toward the connecting passageway to Terminal 1. There, you’ll find Keikyu Line ticket machines (Floor Map: 2B).
These machines support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

Tokyo Monorail:
On the B1F floor, just before the connecting passageway to Terminal 1, you’ll find Tokyo Monorail ticket machines (Floor Map: 2C).
These machines also support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

Express Bus:
On the 1st floor of Terminal 2, you will find automatic ticket machines for purchasing express bus tickets (Floor Map: 2D).

Additionally, there are also automatic ticket machines located near the bus boarding area.
You can purchase express bus tickets at these machines as well.
The machines support English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

3. Terminal 2 Floor Map

Summary
We’ve provided an overview of public transportation options (trains and express buses) from Haneda Airport.
Trains and buses are frequent and affordable, and mastering these options will enhance your travel flexibility.
In addition to trains and buses, other transportation methods include local buses, taxis, and even boats.
If you’re transferring between terminals at Haneda Airport, you can also use the free terminal shuttle buses.
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*We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the following organizations for their generous cooperation in the creation of this article:
- Tokyo International Air Terminal Corporation
- Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.
- Keikyu Corporation
- Tokyo Monorail Co., Ltd.
- Airport Transport Service Co., Ltd.
- Keihin Kyuko Bus Co., Ltd.
Reference Links
- Tokyo International Air Terminal Corporation|Official website
- Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd. |Official website
- Keikyu Corporation|Haneda Airport Access Guide
- Tokyo Monorail Co., Ltd.|Access to Haneda Airport
- Airport Transport Service Co.,Ltd.|Airport Limousine Bus e-ticket Site
- Keihin Kyuko Bus Co., Ltd.|Official website