Train fare estimator

Estimate Japan train fares in yen and ringgit.

Use common route fares for airport transfers, city hops, and longer Shinkansen trips so you can plan Japan transport costs faster.

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Trip type One-way Return Return trips use a 2x multiplier.

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Narita Airport → Shinjuku

One-way

Good for direct airport-to-central-Tokyo transfers.

Fare per person in JPY ¥3,250

Fare per person in RM RM 81.58

Total fare in JPY ¥6,500

Total fare in RM RM 163.16

Trip type multiplier 1x

Travellers 2

Simple travel note

Good for direct airport-to-central-Tokyo transfers.

Comparison table

Common routes and estimated fares

One-way base fares

Route	Fare in JPY	Fare in RM	Best for
Narita Airport → Shinjuku	¥3,250	RM 81.58	Airport arrival into central Tokyo
Haneda Airport → Shinjuku	¥700	RM 17.57	Quick airport transfer to central Tokyo
Kansai Airport → Namba	¥970	RM 24.35	Airport transfer into Osaka
Tokyo → Kyoto	¥13,320	RM 334.33	Shinkansen travel between major cities
Tokyo → Osaka	¥13,870	RM 348.14	Long-distance city hopping
Tokyo → Hiroshima	¥18,380	RM 461.34	Long-distance Shinkansen journeys
Osaka → Kyoto	¥580	RM 14.56	Short day trips in Kansai
Osaka → Nara	¥820	RM 20.58	Day trips to Nara
Kyoto → Nara	¥720	RM 18.07	Short Kansai sightseeing hops
Osaka → Kobe	¥420	RM 10.54	Quick city hop
Kyoto → Arashiyama	¥240	RM 6.02	Local sightseeing in Kyoto
Tokyo → Kawaguchiko	¥2,800	RM 70.28	Mount Fuji day trips
Shinjuku → Yokohama	¥580	RM 14.56	Local day trips from Tokyo
Ueno → Narita Airport	¥2,580	RM 64.76	Airport transfer from Tokyo

Useful notes

Practical Japan train planning tips

Live exchange rate loaded

Exchange rate source: Frankfurter / ECB (2026-07-01).

Local train fares are usually cheaper than taxis.
Airport express trains cost more but save time.
For multiple long-distance Shinkansen trips, use the JR Pass calculator.
IC cards like Suica, PASMO and ICOCA are convenient for local routes.

FAQ

Japan train fare questions

How much is the train from Narita to Shinjuku?

A common estimate is ¥3,250 per person one-way for the Narita Airport to Shinjuku route.

How much is the train from Kansai Airport to Namba?

A common estimate is ¥970 per person one-way for Kansai Airport to Namba.

Is train cheaper than taxi in Japan?

Yes, local and airport trains are usually much cheaper than taxis, especially for airport transfers and city-to-city travel.

Can I use Suica or ICOCA for local trains?

Yes, Suica, PASMO and ICOCA are convenient IC cards for many local trains, subways, and buses.

Should I buy JR Pass for these routes?

Usually not for short local or airport routes, but it can be worth checking the JR Pass calculator if your itinerary includes several long-distance Shinkansen trips.