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How to Get from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Central Tokyo (Imperial Palace)

Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is about 18.7 km south of Central Tokyo, near the Imperial Palace. Door-to-door taxis and private transfers take about 20-35 minutes in normal traffic, while the cheapest Keikyu train takes about 50 minutes with a short walk.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 18.7 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
25 mins •Pre-booked, on your schedule
€49 - €52 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Meet & greet, luggage included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Arrive at Haneda arrivals hall and follow signs to your pre-booked pickup point.
  2. Meet your driver with a name board at the designated kerb.
  3. Driver loads luggage and takes the Shuto Expressway to central Tokyo.
  4. Get dropped at your hotel or the Imperial Palace gate.
  5. Pay online or to the driver as booked.
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Official Airport Taxi (Metered / Fixed Fare)

24/7
25 mins •On demand at official ranks
€49 - €52 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Standard taxi boot, 2-3 bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit arrivals to the official taxi rank outside the 1st-floor doors.
  2. Queue in the official line and ignore touts.
  3. Tell the driver 'Imperial Palace' or ask for the Chiyoda fixed fare.
  4. Agree on meter or fixed fare; expressway tolls are added to the fare.
  5. Get dropped at the palace entrance and pay by cash, IC card or credit card.

Keikyu Airport Line Through Train to Higashi-Ginza

Cheapest
50 mins •See timetable (roughly 05:30–midnight)
€3.10 / Person
Luggage: No luggage fee; space can be limited
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. At Terminal 3 go to 2F Keikyu gates; at T1/T2 go to B1F.
  2. Buy a ¥550 paper ticket or tap Suica/PASMO at the gate.
  3. Board a Keikyu through train towards the Toei Asakusa Line, not an Airport Rapid Limited Express.
  4. Ride about 30 minutes and get off at Higashi-Ginza station.
  5. Exit and walk about 20 minutes north-west to the Imperial Palace.

Airport Limousine Bus to Tokyo Station / Marunouchi

Direct Bus
45 mins •See timetable (most end around 23:00)
€7.50 - €9.50 / Person
Luggage: Hold luggage included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the 1F bus counter or ticket machines in the arrivals lobby.
  2. Buy a ticket to the Tokyo Station / Marunouchi area, roughly ¥1,300–¥1,700.
  3. Board at the kerb; the driver loads bags in the hold.
  4. Ride about 35–60 minutes depending on traffic to Tokyo Station.
  5. From Tokyo Station, walk about 15 minutes to the Imperial Palace.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi ranks outside arrivals; ignore touts offering rides.
  • Taxi meters must be switched on; fixed fares exclude expressway tolls, which add roughly ¥1,000–¥1,500.
  • Buy train or bus tickets inside the arrival lobby or at official machines, not from strangers near the gates.
  • Ride-hailing apps in Tokyo dispatch licensed taxis only; late at night apps often fail, so use the official taxi rank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Haneda to the Imperial Palace?

The Keikyu Airport Line through train toward Higashi-Ginza costs ¥550 (about €3.10) and takes about 30 minutes, then it is a 20-minute walk to the palace. Avoid Airport Rapid Limited Express trains that skip Higashi-Ginza.

Are taxis available at Haneda at night?

Yes, official taxi ranks outside arrivals run 24 hours, with a 20% surcharge from 22:00 to 05:00 and expressway tolls added. A fixed fare to Chiyoda ward is about ¥7,600 plus tolls.

Does the Tokyo Monorail or Keikyu Line run all night?

No. The Tokyo Monorail runs roughly 05:00 to midnight, and Keikyu roughly 05:30 to midnight. For late-night arrivals use a taxi or pre-booked private transfer.

Can I use a Suica or PASMO IC card for the train?

Yes, Suica, PASMO, Welcome Suica and mobile versions work on Keikyu, Tokyo Monorail, JR lines and the airport bus. Paper tickets are also sold at station machines.

How long is the journey from Haneda to Central Tokyo?

By train, allow about 50 minutes with the walk to the Imperial Palace. By taxi or private transfer, driving takes about 20–35 minutes in normal traffic.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or an official airport taxi is the easiest door-to-door option. The bus has luggage holds but only stops at central points, while trains involve stairs and walking.

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