Airport Transfer (Narita Express Train) Tokyo to Narita (NRT)
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Getting from Tokyo to Narita Airport by Train
Narita Airport (NRT) is one of Tokyo's two airports along with Haneda (HND), and the main arrival and departure airport for international visitors. Located in Chiba prefecture, it's approximately 60km away from Tokyo. This may seem like a long distance, but thanks to convenient airport transfer service options such as the Narita Express (NEX) train, you can get from Tokyo's city center to Narita airport's terminals in around an hour, and save time! Narita Express trains depart from either Ofuna Station in Kamakura or Shinjuku Station in Tokyo, at an average of one train every half an hour. You can arrive at either two stations of Narita Airport, Terminal 1 or Terminal 2-3.
On this page, you can book tickets for the Narita Express airport transfer service from Tokyo Station. If you wish to depart from Shibuya Station or from the original departing spot, Shinjuku Station, please change the departure location in the ticket selector above before clicking on “Search”.
Train information
The Narita Express line, or NEX, which connects Tokyo's Narita Airport (NRT) and Tokyo, is well-known for its efficiency and speed. It departs from major local hubs such as Tokyo Station, Shinagawa Station, Shibuya and Shinjuku stations, Yokohoma and Ofuna stations, covering a distance of approximately 60 kilometers (38 miles) from Tokyo Station. The travel time is typically around 50 minutes, allowing passengers to witness the changing landscapes from Tokyo's urban environment to the rural rice fields near Narita Airport.
Trains arrive to either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2-3, and originate from either Tokyo's Shinjuku Station or Ofuna Station near Kamakura, in Kanagawa prefecture. When traveling from Tokyo to Narita Airport, you have the option to choose between the Ordinary Class or the Green Class. Whether you pick the convenience of the Ordinary Class or the extra comfort of the Green Class, the seats you will book for the Narita Express airport transfer are reserved seats.
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How to Book and Exchange Narita Express Train Tickets
When you buy your train tickets through Japan Experience, you'll receive a QR code via email. This QR code can be easily accessed and scanned at the machines located at JR Stations in Japan. Once you scan the QR code, your tickets will be issued to you, and you'll also have the option to get a receipt. Whether you're arriving at the airport or a major station in the city, you can find more information below about ticket fares and how to exchange your train tickets. Along with your QR code, you'll also receive a detailed user guide that will help you navigate the simple and efficient process of obtaining your physical train tickets in Japan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Airport Transfers