nearMe.Airport: Cheaper Than a Taxi, Faster Than a Bus

nearMe.Airport: A Money and Time-Saving Airport Transport Service

nearMe.Airport, an airport transport service using a shared taxi, started in 2019. The optimal route is mapped by an AI (artificial intelligence), taking passengers door to door from their hotels to the airport or vice versa.

The fare will be split among people sharing the ride, so it will be cheaper than a taxi and a smoother ride than a bus.

This article provides information on how to use nearMe.Airport, along with price comparisons.

How to Book and Use nearMe.Airport

Step 1: Go to the reservation page (Japanese/English*), and input your destination, departure time, desired time of arrival, number of passengers and luggage.

Step 2: You will be notified within 24 hours of the availability of a pick-up shuttle. The vehicle's arrival time will be sent to the passenger no later than 18:00 on the day before the ride.

Step 3: On the day of your reservation, board the vehicle from the designated spot and head to your destination.

*As of June 2023, only two languages are available. Three more languages will be added in the future.
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The Benefits of Using nearMe.Airport

A comparison of fares between Shinjuku and Haneda Airport

nearMe.Airport is a hybrid between a taxi and a bus.

To access Haneda Airport from Shinjuku, it takes 30 minutes by taxi and costs 7,300 yen. Alternatively, it's a 60-minute ride by limousine bus and costs 1,250 yen. However, it takes only 45 minutes and costs 2,980 yen when using nearMe.Airport,

Since the shuttle picks you up from a designated spot, going to a bus stop is unnecessary. With a fixed rate and online payment options, passengers are free from worrying about a running meter. The ride can be canceled 48 hours before the departure date without any extra charges. Furthermore, there are no additional fees, even if the route includes a toll road along an expressway.

The following is a list of other benefits.

1. There is no additional charge if your flight is delayed.
2. A discount will be applied to groups of more than three people. In the case of rides to Haneda and Narita airports, the discount is 1,500 yen.
3. Mileage points will be awarded to passengers.
4. A licensed professional taxi driver operates the vehicle. Temperature checks will be taken before passengers embark on the ride. The vehicle's interior, with comfortable seating, is sanitized and regularly ventilated.

Precautions

Reservation Deadline: While the standard is one day before the ride at 18:00, same-day booking is available on the Haneda/Narita route if the vehicle is not fully booked. Please note that full booking regularly occurs, so we recommend making an early reservation.
Confirmation: Within 24 hours after booking your reservation.
Luggage: There is no charge for one piece of luggage per person. Passengers will be charged for the second item or more.
Other Items: Strollers, snowboards, golf bags, and ski boards can be brought with passengers. In the case of other items, the sum of three sides must be under 200 centimeters. Luggage exceeding 200 centimeters in total length on all sides cannot be carried onboard.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The following is a list of troubleshooting for overseas visitors to Japan.

What to do if your flight is delayed?

Since there are other passengers, the transport will not wait for a delayed flight. However, there will be no charges if a flight is canceled or delayed.

The refund process is as follows.
1. Cancel your reservation via My Page.
2. Upload the paper certifying the flight delay.
3. The fare will be refunded within three business days.

How to make a reservation without a Japanese phone number?

Those using the reservation page on the official website, instead of an app, can make a booking without a Japanese mobile phone number.

The driver's phone number will be listed in the confirmation e-mail. Passengers can contact the driver if the ride does not arrive on time.

Fare Estimates in Various Areas

This service is currently available at airports such as Haneda, Narita, Chubu (Nagoya), Kansai, Osaka (Itami), New Chitose, Fukuoka, Kitakyushu, Naha, Aomori, and Nanki-Shirahama.

The following is a list of fare estimates from each airport to nearby cities. Those looking for a specific estimate according to their travel plans should check the official website.

Use This New Efficient Transportation Service

nearMe.Airport offers transportation service from a designated spot with the cost of a bus fare plus 1,000 yen. You can also save time with this affordable price.

Additionally, buses may not be available in the early morning or late at night. Transferring from one route to another can also be frustrating. In other words, nearMe.Airport ensures travelers a smoother trip to their destination.

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