Airport Transfer (Narita Express Train) from Narita (NRT) to Tokyo
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Getting from Narita Airport to Tokyo by Train
Narita Airport (NRT) is one of Tokyo's two airports along with Haneda (HND), and the main arrival airport for international tourists. 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 (or NEX) train, you can get to Tokyo's city center in less than an hour, and save time! Narita Express trains depart from either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2-3, at an average of one train each half an hour.
On this page, you can book tickets for the Narita Express airport transfer service to Tokyo Station. If you wish to stop at Shibuya Station or Shinjuku Station, please change the destination 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 stops at major local highlights such as Tokyo Station, Shinagawa Station, Shibuya and Shinjuku stations, Yokohoma and Ofuna stations, covering a distance of approximately 60 kilometers (38 miles) to Tokyo Station. The travel time is typically around 50 minutes, allowing passengers to witness the changing landscapes from the rural rices fields near Narita Airport to Tokyo's bustling urban sprawl.
Trains depart from either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2-3, and terminate at either Tokyo's Shinjuku Station or Ofuna Station near Kamakura, in Kanagawa prefecture. When traveling from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station, 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.
Here is where you can exchange your NEX voucher at Narita Airport:
In Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stations, you will find the machines under the "B" sections of the station. Do not try to exchange your train ticket vouchers at other sections of the stations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Airport Transfers