There are a total of three railways connecting Narita Airport and major urban hubs of the Tokyo metropolitan area: two Keisei Dentetsu lines (Keisei Main Line and Narita Sky Access Line) and one JR East line. In this article, we would like to talk about the travel time from the airport to major stations when you take Keisei Skyliner, as well as things to see around the stations! *The travel times from the airport to the stations are for reference only. The intermediate stops and travel times may vary depending on the timetables. *Only major stations are listed here.

■Keisei Skyliner The Skyliner trains run on tracks that are the same width as those used by shinkansen bullet trains. Because these tracks are wider than those of regular trains in Japan, the Skyliner trains can travel faster—reaching up to 160 km/h! It takes as little as 36 minutes from Airport Terminal 2 Station to Nippori Station. All seats are reserved, so you can sink into the comfortable seat and enjoy an amazing train ride from the airport.

[Nippori Station] Keisei Nippori Station is directly connected to JR Nippori Station, making it very easy to transfer to regular JR lines. The surrounding area, with its retro, old-town atmosphere, is a popular tourist destination for both Japanese people and foreign visitors.

●Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street A lively, retro shopping street lined with traditional shops, including those selling deli food, Japanese confectionery, and general merchandise. The street is also known for its many community cats.

●Yanesen (Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi) area Dotted with temples, kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafés, unique galleries, and more—you can enjoy a relaxing stroll around this area.

●Nippori fabric town With many fabric and cloth specialty shops, this area is popular among handicraft enthusiasts. Many foreigners also visit this area, looking for Japanese-style materials.

●A train viewing spot The Shimogoinden Bridge, which is right outside the north exit of Nippori Station, is a popular spot where you can observe many trains. From shinkansen and express trains to regular trains, about 20 different types of trains—totaling around 2,500 trains—pass under the bridge every day.

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  ・Fancy some decadent dessert at Kissa Nikai, a retro-style café in Nippori?

[Keisei Ueno Station] JR Ueno Station, located a five-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station, has long been serving as Tokyo’s “northern gateway.” It is one of Tokyo’s major stations where the Tohoku Shinkansen and the Kanazawa Shinkansen trains stop.

In the lively area around Ueno Station, centered on the Ameyoko Shopping Street, you can not only enjoy a wide variety of food at gourmet restaurants, but also have fun shopping. Right by Ueno Station sits Ueno Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of nature in every season. The park also offers plenty of other attractions, including historic Kanei-ji Temple, Shinobazu Pond, Ueno Zoo, and the National Museum of Western Art! Especially in spring, cherry blossoms bloom all around the park, attracting many visitors. Sightseeing, shopping, and cultural experiences—Ueno is one of Tokyo’s most attractive areas, where you can enjoy them all at once. It is also conveniently located, with easy access to Asakusa by the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line or by bus, making it a perfect place to stay during your trip to Tokyo.

●Ueno Park Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the vast park while taking in the beauty of nature in every season. It is also famous as a fantastic spot for cherry blossom viewing.

●Kanei-ji and Shinobazu Pond The area around the temple and pond is ideal for a morning stroll. You can also rent rowboats and swan boats at the pond. There are also spots famous for bringing financial luck and for prayers for passing entrance exams, so be sure to check them out if you're interested!

●Ueno Zoo It is one of Tokyo’s most prominent zoos, where you can see a wide variety of animals.

●The Tokyo National Museum / The National Museum of Western Art / The Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum You can enjoy masterpieces from Japan and around the world at these museums.

●Ameya Yokocho (or Ameyoko) It is a lively shopping district with a wide variety of shops, including those selling food, general merchandise, and clothing. Eating while strolling the streets is also popular. There are also many karaoke venues.

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  ・Kan’eiji—a temple linked to the Tokugawa clan. You might get a paper cutout “goshuin” (red ink stamp) if you are lucky.

We hope that the travel times from Narita Airport and the information about the things to see around the train stations introduced in this article will be helpful in making your trip even better!

(Information as of October 2025)