How to Get to Tokyo Disney Resort from Tokyo Station: By Train, Bus, or Taxi
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We explain how to go from Tokyo Station to Maihama, the nearest station to Tokyo Disney Resort, by train, bus, and taxi. We also compare these three methods based on travel time and fares.
Born in Yamagata Prefecture. I have experience working in community development at the foot of Mt. Fuji and PR for local products across the country, and am currently working in Tokyo to disseminate information about Yamanashi Prefecture. A mother of one who loves local gourmet food and alcohol.
There are several ways to get from Tokyo Station to Maihama Station, the station closest to Tokyo Disney Resort.
The most common route is to hop on the JR Keiyo Line at Tokyo Station which will take you to Maihama Station. But you can also get there by bus and taxi.
This article features the different forms of transportation going to Maihama Station from Tokyo Station. We'll also do a comparison based on travel time and fare, as well as the pros and cons for each transport method.
When using a train, it's possible to get to Maihama from Tokyo Station in 20 minutes by taking the JR Keiyo Line / Musashino Line. The one-way fare is 230 yen.
However, Tokyo Station is huge. The JR Keiyo Line / Musashino Line is quite a distance from other train platforms and it's a ten-minute walk from the shinkansen platform.
For that reason, people not used to navigating big train stations in Tokyo and those with luggage should allow themselves 20 minutes.
Going From The Shinkansen Platform to the Keiyo Line Platform
When coming from the Tokyo Station shinkansen platform there are three possible routes that will allow you to make a transfer to another train line.
Next, we'll explain in detail how to access the standard route that's commonly used by many people (a route heading for Yaesu via Bay Road).
First of all, when you arrive at the shinkansen platform, head for the Shinkansen South Transfer Gate.
After you pass through the Shinkansen South Transfer Gate you'll come out to a spot shown in picture ① above. Next, go along to your left. Please be careful because this route is different from the other JR lines (Chuo Line, Yamanote Line).
Then you'll pass through the areas in the order shown in pictures ②-④. Keep going, guided by the Keiyo Line's red-colored signs.
Please continue on as you follow the signs for the Keiyo Line that you can see on the floor and above you.
If you keep going you'll arrive at a spot called Keiyo Street where there's a cluster of shops and cafes (see photo above). Keep going straight ahead.
By the way, there are shops at Keiyo Street that can't be found anywhere else inside Tokyo Station. For example, at Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory, you can buy a package of cookies only available in Tokyo.
Next, we'll go down the escalator at the end of Keiyo Street, then proceed along the moving sidewalk.
After we take the escalator beyond the moving sidewalk, we arrive in an open space (see photo above). We just have a little ways to go until we reach the Keiyo Line platform!
Disney Fantasy Shop by Belle Maison can't be found anywhere else in Japan. The shop handles fashion items that are normally only available on their on-line site, Belle Maison.
Which Train Do I Take To Get to Maihama?
At Tokyo Station, any regular train (including rapid trains) on the JR Keiyo Line or Musashino Line will take you to Maihama Station.
However, please note that limited express trains (Wakashio, Sazanami, etc.) will pass through Maihama and won't make any stops until Kaihin Makuhari Station.
The Keiyo Line platform is separated into two parts. So please refer to the electronic information board and check to see which platform your train departs from.
Check the Keiyo Line Timetable and Find Out When It First Departs!
The Keiyo Line's first train departs from Tokyo Station at 4:55 and arrives at Maihama Station at 5:11. This is ideal for going to Maihama early in the morning.
Many trains depart from the station between 7:00 and 8:00. Train service is frequent, so even if you happen to miss your train it won't be a problem.
What Are the Other Ways of Getting to the Keiyo Line Platform?
There are still two other routes that will take you to the Keiyo Line platform.
Next, for those who want to access Maihama via the JR Sobu Line, Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, or from the Ginza area, please read on!
1. From the Marunouchi Underground South Gate to the Keiyo Line
You can also get to the Keiyo Line platform by way of an underground ticket gate coming from the direction of Marunouchi. When you want to reach the Keiyo Line after disembarking from the JR Sobu Line or Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, this route is shorter in distance.
Right after passing through JR Tokyo Station's B1F (Marunouchi Underground South Ticket Gate), please follow the Art Road Passageway. If you proceed along Art Road you'll see the Keiyo Underground Marunouchi Ticket Gate which is close to the train platform (see photo above).
2. From Yurakucho Station to the Keiyo Line Platform
Another unexpected route is to walk from Yurakucho Station, not Tokyo Station. This route is handy when you want to go to Maihama from the Ginza area.
The Keiyo Line platform is located some distance away in the south part of Tokyo Station. Even if you start walking from Yurakucho Station, one station over, it only takes about five minutes to reach the Keiyo Line.
Bus: Just Sit Back and Go Directly to Tokyo Disney Resort!
An expressway bus can take you directly from Tokyo Station to Tokyo Disney Resort.The one-way fare is 730 yen and the travel time is about 30 minutes (the time can differ slightly due to traffic congestion).
Seating is on a first come first served basis and reservations aren't accepted. If the seats get filled up you unfortunately won't be able to get on the bus.
Tokyo Station Shinkansen Platform to the JR Bus Terminal
To get to Tokyo Station's JR Expressway Bus Terminal, you should exit from the Shinkansen South Transfer Gate after disembarking from the shinkansen.
After you exit from from the Shinkansen South Transfer Gate, go left towards Yaesu and head for the Yaesu South Ticket Gate (see photo above).
After you pass through the Yaesu South Ticket Gate, proceed straight ahead and go outside the building and you'll see the bus terminal (see photo above). Buses headed for Tokyo Disney Resort leave from JR Expressway Bus Stop number 5.
Once you exit the Shinkansen Ticket Gate it only takes five minutes to reach the bus terminal, and along the way, it's not necessary to go up and down any stairs.
Bus Timetable and First Departures for Tokyo Disney Resort
The first expressway bus leaves from Tokyo Station at 8:20 and arrives at Tokyo Disney Sea at 8:45.
There are only five daily bus departures and the number of departures can change depending on the day of the week. So please check for details beforehand.
JR Expressway Bus Ticket Counter: Relax and Do Some Shopping!
You can purchase expressway bus tickets at the ticket machine located to the right after exiting from the Yaesu South Ticket Gate.
Here there's also a waiting lounge and a convenience store selling snacks, so you can spend some relaxing time up until boarding.
Taxi: When You Want To Take It Easy and Not Worry About Time or Cost
A taxi from Tokyo Station to Maihama takes about 30 minutes and the fare is around 6,000 yen.
There's often traffic congestion in the morning or early evening, so reaching Maihama can take much longer during these hours.
Tokyo Station Shinkansen Platform to the Taxi Stand
The taxi stand is located towards Yaesu, north of the JR Expressway Bus Terminal.
After exiting from the shinkansen gates let's head in the direction of Yaesu. When we pass through the Yaesu Central Gate the taxi stand will be right in front of us.
On the day of the writer's interview it was raining, which might explain the long lineup at the taxi stand (see photo above).
However, many taxis are usually dispatched in the Tokyo Station area, so generally speaking you probably won't have to wait too long.
The Pros and Cons of Each Travel Method
Train
Pros:
・Trains runs frequently and you can also arrive at Disney early in the morning
・The fare is economical
・There are few delays so it's easy to schedule your arrival time
Cons:
・It's a 15-minute walk to the platform where you make your train transfer
・The train is often crowded so you might not be able to sit down
・You need to transfer to the Tokyo Disney Resort Line to go from Maihama to Disney
・With the above in mind, it can be a challenge for those with luggage and families with children
Recommended for people who don't mind walking, for those hoping to get to Disney early in the morning, and for those who want to save on travel fare.
Bus
Pros:
・Once you board the bus you can relax and get to Tokyo Disney Resort directly
・It's a relatively short walk to the bus terminal from the shinkansen platform
Cons:
・Seating is first come first served so you'll need to wait, bus departures are limited
・Traffic congestion can cause delays resulting in longer travel time
Recommended for people who want to take it easy and have a worry-free trip. However, it's a good idea to keep in mind some of the downsides of taking the bus and allow yourself plenty of time for travel.
Taxi
Pros:
・You can take it easy in your private space and reach your destination comfortably
Cons:
・The fare is expensive
・Traffic congestion can result in longer travel time
Recommended for people who have lots of luggage, for those traveling with children, and for those who want to travel comfortably regardless of the time and money involved.
Maihama to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea
Upon arriving at Maihama, it's only a five-minute walk to Disneyland and about 20 minutes on foot to Disney Sea.
Just a two-minute walk from Maihama Station the Disney Resort Line passes by. This is a monorail that stops at four different stations on the grounds of Disney Resort. So if you hop on board you get access to all of the parks at Disney.
First up is Resort Gateway Station in Maihama. Next, a two-minute ride away is Tokyo Disneyland Station at Tokyo Disneyland. Then Tokyo DisneySea Station at Tokyo Disney Sea is about 10 minutes away (note: there's also Bayside Station between Tokyo Disneyland Station and Tokyo DisneySea Station).
Stay in a Hotel and Go to Disney Early in the Morning!
If your plan is to arrive at Disney when it first opens in the morning, you need to be mindful of crowds and the park timetable. If you'd like to line up at the park entrance early in the morning, we also recommend staying at a nearby hotel the night before.
Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel, which opened in 2024, is an official Disney hotel where you can feel the world of Disney movies including "Tangled," "Snow White," and "Sleeping Beauty."
Stay here and you'll receive a "Happy Entry" guest pass. This allows hotel guests to enter the park 15 minutes earlier than other guests through a special entrance at Tokyo Disney Sea. However, the conditions for this guest pass can sometimes change, so please be sure to check the latest information on the official home page.
In addition, please check out the MATCHA articles directly below. These articles introduce other Disney hotels where Happy Entry guest privileges are available, as well as recommended hotels near Tokyo Disney Resort and Maihama.
Born in Yamagata Prefecture. I have experience working in community development at the foot of Mt. Fuji and PR for local products across the country, and am currently working in Tokyo to disseminate information about Yamanashi Prefecture. A mother of one who loves local gourmet food and alcohol.
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