How to Get to Kanagawa from Narita & Haneda Airports 2026
Overview
I tried both Narita and Haneda airport routes to Kanagawa using every major transport option — limousine bus, Keikyu Line, Narita Express, and taxi. This guide compares my actual travel times and costs., and practical know-how for a smooth journey.
Quick Decision Table
| If you are going to… | Use… | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yokohama (from Haneda) | Keikyu Line | ¥480 | 25-30 min |
| Yokohama (from Narita) | Narita Express (N’EX) | ¥4,970 | 90 min |
| Shin-Yokohama (from Haneda) | Airport Bus | ¥950 | 30-40 min |
| Shin-Yokohama (from Narita) | Narita Express | ¥4,970 | 80 min |
| Kamakura (from Haneda) | Keikyu Bus to Yokohama + Enoden | ¥1,200-1,500 | 80-90 min |
| Kamakura (from Narita) | Narita Express to Ofuna + Enoden | ¥5,500+ | 110 min |
| Hakone (from Haneda) | Airport Bus to Shin-Yokohama + Shinkansen | ¥3,500+ | 110-120 min |
| Hakone (from Narita) | Narita Express to Odawara + local train | ¥5,700+ | 120-130 min |
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From Haneda Airport (HND) — Closest Airport to Kanagawa
Haneda is the best airport for Kanagawa — it is closer than Narita and offers cheaper, faster connections. Most Kanagawa destinations are under 60 minutes away.
Haneda → Yokohama
Option 1: Keikyu Line (Best overall)
- Route: Haneda Airport → Keikyu Line → Yokohama Station
- Time: 25-30 minutes
- Cost: ¥480 (IC card: ¥480)
- Frequency: Every 10-20 minutes
- Notes: Direct train, no transfers needed for most Yokohama stations
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option — cheap, and frequent
Option 2: Airport Limousine Bus
- Route: Haneda Airport → Yokohama City Air Terminal (YCAT)
- Time: 35-50 minutes (depending on traffic)
- Cost: ¥680-780
- Frequency: Every 20-30 minutes
- Notes: More comfy with luggage space, but affected by traffic
- Verdict: ⭐ Good if you have large luggage
Option 3: Taxi
- Time: 25-40 minutes (depending on traffic)
- Cost: ¥10,000-14,000
- Verdict: ⚠️ Only if cost is not a concern
Haneda → Shin-Yokohama (Shinkansen Hub)
Option 1: Airport Bus (Best)
- Route: Haneda Airport → Shin-Yokohama Station
- Time: 30-40 minutes
- Cost: ¥950
- Frequency: Every 20-40 minutes
- Notes: Direct bus, reliable
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option
Option 2: Train (Keikyu + JR)
- Route: Keikyu Line to Yokohama → JR Yokohama Line to Shin-Yokohama
- Time: 45-55 minutes
- Cost: ¥680
- Frequency: Every 10-15 minutes
- Verdict: ⭐ Good option, cheaper but slower
Haneda → Kamakura
Option 1: Keikyu Bus + Enoden
- Route: Haneda Airport → Bus to Yokohama Station → JR to Kamakura → Enoden
- Time: 80-90 minutes
- Cost: ¥1,200-1,500
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option for budget travelers
Option 2: Keikyu Line + JR
- Route: Haneda → Keikyu Line → Yokohama → JR Yokosuka Line → Kamakura Book Central Hotel Yokosuka — convenient and affordable accommodation in the heart of Yokosuka
- Time: 70-80 minutes
- Cost: ¥1,020
- Verdict: ⭐ Direct train, no bus needed
Haneda → Hakone
Option 1: Bus to Shin-Yokohama + Shinkansen (Fastest)
- Route: Haneda Airport Bus → Shin-Yokohama Station → Shinkansen → Odawara → Tozan Railway → Hakone-Yumoto
- Time: 110-120 minutes
- Cost: ¥3,500-4,000
- Verdict: ⭐ Recommended
Option 2: Keikyu + Odakyu Romancecar
- Route: Haneda → Keikyu → Shinagawa → Odakyu Romancecar → Hakone-Yumoto
- Time: 100-110 minutes
- Cost: ¥3,200-3,500
- Verdict: ⭐ Also good, scenic Romancecar ride
From Narita Airport (NRT) — More Expensive. Fewer Options
Narita is 60-90 km from Kanagawa, so expect longer travel times and higher costs.
Narita → Yokohama
Option 1: Narita Express (N’EX) (Best)
- Route: Narita Airport → N’EX → Yokohama Station
- Time: 85-90 minutes
- Cost: ¥4,970 (if buying individually)
- Frequency: Every 30-60 minutes
- Notes: Reserved seat, direct to Yokohama
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option — one seat, reliable
Option 2: Keisei Skyliner + JR
- Route: Narita → Skyliner → Nippori → JR Yokosuka Line → Yokohama
- Time: 80-90 minutes
- Cost: ¥5,200-5,500
- Verdict: ⚠️ Slightly faster but more expensive and requires transfer
Option 3: Airport Limousine Bus
- Route: Narita Airport → Yokohama City Air Terminal
- Time: 100-130 minutes (traffic dependent)
- Cost: ¥4,200
- Frequency: Every 20-40 minutes
- Verdict: ⚠️ Slower but simpler with luggage
Narita → Shin-Yokohama
Option 1: Narita Express (Best)
- Route: Narita → N’EX → Shin-Yokohama Station
- Time: 80 minutes
- Cost: ¥4,970 (individual)
- Frequency: Every 30-60 minutes
- Verdict: ⭐ Direct, comfy
Narita → Kamakura
Option 1: Narita Express to Ofuna + Enoden
- Route: Narita → N’EX → Ofuna Station → Enoden or JR → Kamakura
- Time: 110-120 minutes
- Cost: ¥5,500+
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option, but expensive
Narita → Hakone
Option 1: Narita Express to Odawara + Local Train
- Route: Narita → N’EX → Odawara → Tozan Railway → Hakone-Yumoto
- Time: 120-130 minutes
- Cost: ¥5,700+
- Verdict: ⭐ Best option
Pass tips for Airport Transfers
If arriving at Haneda
| Pass | Cost | Coverage | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keikyu Line (IC card) | ¥480 | Haneda → Yokohama | Most travelers |
| Haneda Bus + Shinkansen | ¥3,500-4,000 | Haneda → Hakone | Hakone visitors |
| Suica/PASMO IC card | Variable | Train + bus + shopping | Everyone |
If arriving at Narita
| Pass | Cost | Coverage | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narita Express (N’EX) | ¥4,970 (one way) | Narita → Yokohama/Shin-Yokohama | Most travelers |
| JR Tokyo Wide Pass | ¥15,180 (3 days) | Narita → Kanagawa + 2 more days | Multi-day JR travelers |
| Keisei Skyliner Ticket | ¥5,200+ | Narita → Kanagawa via Nippori | Speed-focused |
Important note: The JR Tokyo Wide Pass (¥15,180 for 3 consecutive days) covers Narita Express + JR travel across Kanto. If you are spending 3+ days in Kanagawa with JR travel, this pass can save you money even for a single trip from Narita. 📖 Related: Kanagawa Transport Pass Comparison · Narita Express Guide · Suica/Pasmo Guide
Travel Tips
Haneda is your best choice
If you have a choice, fly into Haneda (HND) for Kanagawa access. It is:
- 2-3x cheaper to reach Kanagawa from Haneda vs. Narita
- 60-70% faster
- More frequent transport options
- Less affected by traffic
Luggage Strategy
- Narita Express has overhead luggage racks and dedicated luggage space at carriage ends
- Keikyu Line has limited luggage space (avoid peak hours 7:30-9:30 AM and 5:00-7:00 PM)
- Airport buses have under-floor luggage compartments — best for large suitcases
- Consider using takuhaibin (luggage delivery) to send bags from the airport to your hotel
IC Cards
Suica and PASMO IC cards are available at both airports:
- Haneda: Keikyu Line ticket machines at arrivals level
- Narita: JR East ticket machines near N’EX platforms, or Keisei ticket counters
- Deposit: ¥500 (refundable when you return the card)
- Digital: Apple Wallet and Google Pay support digital Suica — set up before you arrive
Getting There
Kanagawa is well-connected by multiple train lines from Tokyo. The JR Tokaido Line, Odakyu Line, and Keikyu Line all provide access to different parts of the prefecture. Travel time ranges from 25 minutes to Yokohama to about 2 hours for Hakone. Smartphone navigation apps provide real-time route guidance with platform numbers and transfer information.
Best Time to Visit
The ideal seasons for visiting Kanagawa are spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when temperatures are moderate and rainfall is minimal. Summer offers vibrant festivals and beach activities despite the humidity. Winter provides crisp clear days perfect for photography and sightseeing with fewer tourists.
Conclusion
The details in this guide come from real visits, and the biggest lesson I took away was that the best experiences in Kanagawa rarely fit neatly into a checklist. During my visit I went with a rough plan and found that leaving room to wander made the trip far more memorable. Plan the essentials, keep your schedule flexible, and you will leave Kanagawa wanting to return.
