Haneda Airport to Shinjuku is a well-served route connecting Tokyo's main domestic airport to its busiest commercial district. The Keikyu Line with a transfer, limousine buses, and taxis all provide reliable connections to this vibrant area. The limousine bus is especially popular as it offers a direct, no-transfer ride.

About Shinjuku

Shinjuku is Tokyo's largest commercial and entertainment district, centered around Shinjuku Station — the world's busiest railway station handling over 3.5 million passengers daily. The area is divided into distinct zones: the West Side with its cluster of skyscrapers and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and the East Side known for shopping, dining, and nightlife.

Kabukicho, Tokyo's most famous entertainment quarter, lies just north of Shinjuku Station with its neon-lit streets, restaurants, bars, and the iconic Godzilla Head on the Toho Cinema building. For a quieter experience, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden offers 144 acres of beautifully landscaped Japanese, English, and French gardens.

Shinjuku is also a major hotel district, with options ranging from luxury properties like the Park Hyatt (featured in Lost in Translation) to budget-friendly business hotels, making it a popular base for travelers exploring Tokyo.

Nearby Landmarks

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden Kabukicho Entertainment District Meiji Jingu Shrine Golden Gai

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost ¥7,000-10,000 (~$48-70 USD)
Time 40-70 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Train (Keikyu Line + JR Yamanote Line)

Cost ¥610
Time 40 minutes
Frequency Every 5-10 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

1. From your terminal, follow signs to the Keikyu Line
2. Take the Keikyu Airport Express to Shinagawa Station (13 min)
3. At Shinagawa, transfer to JR Yamanote Line (inner loop) toward Shinjuku
4. Ride the Yamanote Line to Shinjuku Station (20 min)
5. Exit at Shinjuku Station via the appropriate exit for your destination
6. Alternative: Take the Airport Limousine Bus directly from the terminal to Shinjuku (35-75 min depending on traffic)

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi ¥7,000-10,000 (~$48-70 USD) 40-70 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Train ¥610 40 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The last Keikyu Line connection to Shinjuku departs Haneda around 11:30 PM. Airport Limousine buses to Shinjuku run until approximately 11:30 PM on most days.

After midnight, taxis are available 24/7 from terminal taxi ranks. The fare to Shinjuku is approximately ¥7,000-¥10,000 (around $50-70 USD), taking 30-50 minutes. A 20% late-night surcharge applies between 10 PM and 5 AM. Ride-hailing apps like GO Taxi can also be used.

Luggage Tips

The Airport Limousine Bus to Shinjuku is the best choice for heavy luggage, stopping at major hotels with direct luggage handling. If taking trains, navigate stairs and transfers at Shinagawa. Coin lockers at Shinjuku Station range from ¥400-¥800.

Accessibility

The limousine bus to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku) is wheelchair accessible with advance booking. Train routes require transfers but all stations have elevators. Shinjuku Station has accessible gates and tactile paving throughout.