How to get from Narita airport to Yokohama

This page introduces the means to get from Narita airport to Yokohama, as well as the time and price it takes to get there.

We will also introduce the necessary procedures after arriving at Narita airport and convenient services at Narita airport.

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Is Yokohama near Narita Airport?

The distance from Narita Airport to Yokohama is approximately 95 kilometers. Although Japan is a small island nation in the eyes of the world, major tourist attractions are often located far from the airport.

Even though it is far away, it takes about an hour and a half to get there by train or bus, respectively. In other countries, you may have to spend a whole day to get there, so it can be said that it is close if you use transportation.

Is there a direct means of transportation from Narita airport to Yokohama?

The means by which you can go directly from Narita airport to Yokohama are as follows.

Plane

Advantages of using

  • Direct access to Yokohama Airport
  • cheapest means of transportation

Bus

Advantages of using

  • No transfers from Narita Airport
  • If you have a lot of luggage, we recommend taking the bus.

taxi

Advantages of using

  • You can move around in a private space
  • Your driver may be able to give you some recommendations.

List of transportation methods from Narita airport to Yokohama

MeansFeeTime required
Narita Express4,090 yen〜1 hours 48 minutes
Train1,690 yen2 hours 12 minutes
Bus3,700 yen2 hours 20 minutes
taxi33,500 yen3 hours 20 minutes

What is the most recommended method of transportation?

Each mode of transportation has its advantages, but I most recommend the train route.

Why Train are recommended

The train route from Narita Airport to Yokohama is recommended. From Narita Airport to Yokohama is one train ride on the Narita Express. If this is your first visit to Japan, choose a route with as few transfers as possible to avoid getting lost.

If you are concerned about the fare, we recommend taking a regular train or bus, since you can also head there by regular train with only one level of transfers.

Information about Train and Bullet Train or Bus

Train(pattern1)

PriceTime required
1,690 yen2 hours 12 minutes
First timeFinal time
4:5822:22
Stool Frequency
Many per hour

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Narita Airport

Take the Keisei Main Line Limited Express to Aoto Station.

STEP
Get on Oshiage

Take the Keisei Oshiage Line Limited Express to Yokohama Station.

STEP
Arrived at Yokohama Station

Arrived at Yokohama.

Type of Vehicle Used
「Keisei Main Line Limited Express」,「Keisei Oshiage Line Limited Express」

Train(pattern2)

PriceTime required
4,090 yen1 hours 48 minutes
First timeFinal time
5:4419:28
Stool Frequency
1 times per Hour

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Narita Airport

Head to Yokohama on the Narita Express.

STEP
Arrived at Yokohama Station

Arrived at Yokohama.

Type of Vehicle Used
「Narita Express」

Bus

PriceTime required
3,700 yen2 hours 20 minutes
First timeFinal time
7:2021:55
Stool Frequency
24 times a day

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Narita Airport

Head from Narita Airport Station to Yokohama Station.

STEP
Arrived at Yokohama Station

Arrived at Yokohama.

Type of Vehicle Used
「limousine bus」

Taxi

PriceTime required
35,500 yen3 hours 20 minutes
First timeFinal time
anytimeanytime
Stool Frequency
anytime

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Narita Airport

Tell them you want to go to Yokohama.

STEP
Arrived at Yokohama Station

Arrived at Yokohama.

Type of Vehicle Used
「Taxi」

Does Narita Express go to Yokohama?

As mentioned above, you can take the Narita Express from Narita Airport to Yokohama. From Terminal 1 station, you can get off at the 6th stop, which is Yokohama.

Since you will pass through Tokyo Station and Shinagawa Station on the way to Yokohama, you may stop off along the way. Since there are many tourist attractions in Japan, I recommend stopping at various places if you have time.

I have used this service from Yokohama to Narita Airport and found it very comfortable. I have the impression that many people who are probably traveling from overseas are also using this service.

Limousine bus Narita to Yokohama timetable

This section introduces the bus timetable from Narita Airport to Yokohama. The arrival terminal in Yokohama is a facility called YCAT.

Departure from Narita Airport Terminal 3Departure from Narita Airport Terminal 2Departure from Narita Airport Terminal 1Arrival at YCAT
8:058:108:159:55
9:059:109:1510:55
10:0510:1010:1511:55
10:3510:4010:4512:25
11:3511:4011:4513:25
13:0513:1013:1514:55
14:0514:1014:1515:55
15:0515:1015:1516:55
15:3015:3515:4017:20
16:0016:0516:1017:50
16:3016:3516:4018:20
17:0017:0517:1018:50
17:3017:3517:4019:20
18:0018:0518:1019:50
18:4518:5018:5520:25
19:4519:5019:5521:25
20:4520:5020:5522:25
21:4521:5021:5523:20

At YCAT, there are stores where you can buy souvenirs, a capsule hotel, and a sky spa, so please be sure to take advantage of these facilities.

Procedure after arriving at Narita airport

International flight

  • Quarantine
  • Immigration
  • Baggage claim
  • Plant and animal quarantine
  • Customs inspection
  • Proceed to the arrival lobby

Domestic flight

  • Retrieve baggage
  • Proceed to the arrival lobby

Access to public transportation from Narita Airport

After arriving at Narita Airport, most people transfer to domestic flights, trains, or buses to their destinations. Here we introduce the routes to each transportation facility after arriving at Narita Airport.

Narita Airport Station

JR LineKeisei Main Line
Terminals 1 B1FB1F
Terminals 2B1FB1F
Terminals 3
How to get to the station

reference:https://www.keisei.co.jp/keisei/tetudou/skyliner/jp/traffic/nrt.php

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Terminals 1

From the International Arrivals Exit, take the down escalator in front or to the right.

STEP
Arrived at JR Line And Keisei Main Line

Follow the road and you will arrive at the Airport Terminal 2 station.

Narita Airport Bus Stop

Bus Stop
Terminals 1Terminal 1st floor rotary
Terminals 2Terminal 1st floor rotary
Terminals 3Terminal 1st floor rotary
How to get to the bus stop

reference:https://www.narita-airport.jp/ja/discover/official_guide/

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Terminals 1

Go straight out of the arrival lobby.

STEP
Purchase a ticket

There is a ticket counter in front of the lobby.

STEP
Arrived at Bus Station

There is a bus roundabout if you go out from the nearby exit. Head to the bus stop you will use.

Transfer between terminals

terminal bus
Terminals 1 1F Central Exit C1, Bus Stop 6
Terminals 2 Bus stop No. 8 or 18 on the 1st floor
Terminals 3Bus stop No. 2 or 3 on the 1st floor
How to get to the terminal bus stop

reference:https://www.narita-airport.jp/ja/discover/official_guide/

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Terminals 1

From the arrival lobby, go to the central exit C1.

STEP
Go out from the central exit C1

Head to bus stop No. 6 on the right.

STEP
Arrived at Bus stop for terminal connection

You can transfer between terminals.

Cab Stand

Cab Stand
Terminals 1 Terminal 1st floor rotary
Terminals 2 Terminal 1st floor rotary
Terminals 3Terminal 2nd floor rotary
Directions to the cab stand

reference:https://www.narita-airport.jp/ja/access/taxi/

Flow of Movement

STEP
Get on Terminals 1

Head to Terminal South Exit S1 or Terminal South Exit S2.

STEP
Go outside and cross the crosswalk.

Head to cab stand No.15.

STEP
Arrived at Cab Stand

Get into a cab and tell the driver your destination.

Convenient services available after arriving at Narita airport

Pocket WiFi Rental Service

With our pocket WiFi rental service, you can connect to the internet as soon as you arrive. You can do various things at a comfortable speed, such as doing research and arranging transportation.

TerminalNumber of Stores
First Terminal12 stores
Second Terminal6 stores
Third Terminal1 stores
Recommend Stores
Terminal 1 1F International Arrivals Lobby South Wing “JAL ABC” Counter

Foreign Currency Exchange Service

There are many currency exchange offices at Narita Airport. When exchanging foreign currency, which is essential for overseas travel, we recommend Chiba Bank’s currency exchange service.

TerminalNumber of pieces
First Terminal11 pieces
Second Terminal10 pieces
Third Terminal2 pieces
Recommend Stores
4th floor, North Wing, Terminal 1, before security inspection Chiba Bank

Baggage Delivery Service

A baggage delivery service is a service that delivers your luggage for a trip or business trip from your home to the airport on your outbound journey, or from the airport to your home on your return journey.

TerminalNumber of pieces
First Terminal8 pieces
Second Terminal4 pieces
Third Terminal1 pieces
Recommend Stores
Yamato Transport Takkyubin T3 Main building / 1F / Before security inspection

Shower Facilities Service

You can take a shower for about 1,000 yen on average. In some cases, accommodation facilities may be available. There are several facilities at Narita Airport where you can take a shower.

TerminalNumber of pieces
First Terminal2 pieces
Second Terminal1 pieces
Third Terminal0 pieces
Recommend Stores
T1 Central Building / 2F / Before security check

Recommended pocket WiFi rental at Narita airport

NINJA WiFi

Distributors:Vision Inc. Payment Method:Credit Card
Reservation Deadline:1 Day Before the Pick-up Date By 3:00 p.m. Japan Time

NINJA WiFi has the highest number of receiving locations. Of course, you can also pick it up at Narita Airport.In order to pick it up at Narita Airport, please complete your application by 3pm the day before.

Check the NINJA WiFi Counter MAP at Narita airport
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1 1F International Arrivals Lobby South Wing “JAL ABC” Counter
Business Hours
6:30 a.m. ~ 9:30 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“JAL ABC” Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1, 1F Central Building International Arrivals Lobby “J WiFi & Mobile” Return Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 9:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“J WiFi & Mobile” Return Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 2, 1F International Arrivals Lobby “J WiFi & Mobile x GLOBAL WiFi” Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 9:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“J WiFi & Mobile x GLOBAL WiFi” Counter MAP

JAPAN WIRELESS

Distributors:Inbound Platform Corp. Payment Method:Credit Card
Reservation Deadline:【Post Office】1 Day Before, 【JAL ABC Counter】2 Day Before

All plans of Japan Wireless are unlimited, so you can use it without worrying about the amount of data. It has also received good reviews from over 800,000 customers.

Check the JAPAN WIRELESS Counter MAP at Narita airport
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1 1F International Arrivals Lobby South Wing “JAL ABC” Counter
Business Hours
6:30 a.m. ~ 9:30 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“JAL ABC” Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1, 1F Central Building International Arrivals Lobby “J WiFi & Mobile” Return Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 9:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“J WiFi & Mobile” Return Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 2, 1F International Arrivals Lobby “J WiFi & Mobile x GLOBAL WiFi” Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 9:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
“J WiFi & Mobile x GLOBAL WiFi” Counter MAP

WiFi BOX

Distributors:Telecom Square, Inc. Payment Method:Credit Card
Reservation Deadline:OK just before pick up WiFi

WiFi BOX can be rented on the day without prior reservation if you have a device. There is no staff at the pick-up counter, so pick-up and return is easy and contactless.

Check the WiFi BOX Counter MAP at Narita airport
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1 4F Mobile Center South Departure Satellite
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 21:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
Mobile Center South Departure Satellite MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 1, 1F Arrival Lobby Telecom Square Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 21:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
Arrival Lobby Telecom Square Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 2, 3F Departure Lobby 2 Telecom Square Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 21:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
Telecom Square Counter MAP
Name of Airport
Narita International Airport Terminal 2, 3F Departure Lobby 2 Telecom Square Counter
Business Hours
7:00 a.m. ~ 21:00 p.m.
Pick-upReturnOn the day
Telecom Square Counter MAP

Summary

The most recommended means of transportation from Narita airport to Yokohama.

Train

Advantages of using

  • No transfers on Narita Express
  • The shortest time required
  • If you buy a reserved seat, you are guaranteed a seat

Recommended services at Narita airport

Pocket WiFi Rental Service

Advantages of using

  • You can use the internet as soon as you arrive
  • There are many counters so you can receive it on the way.
  • To return, just put it in the post

Below we introduce the pocket WiFi rental service at Narita airport in more detail.

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