This guide is for fans flying to Makuhari, Chiba for concerts and events, and explains how to get from Haneda and Narita Airports to Makuhari Messe. We compare the limousine bus, train, and NearMe (taxi), and also cover two common headaches for out-of-town trips: luggage and getting home after the show.

In short, if cost is your top priority, the limousine bus (about ¥1,300–1,500 from Haneda, about ¥1,200 from Narita) is the most affordable option. If you have luggage, are traveling early in the morning or late at night, or want to avoid the post-show crowds, we recommend booking NearMe (taxi) in advance. Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with an advance reservation, and up to 50% OFF with a shared ride. For groups of 1–3, NearMe (taxi) with shared rides is a better deal than a regular taxi.

*The information in this article is current as of October 2026. Fares and travel times are estimates and may change.

Makuhari Messe Basics | Nearest Stations

Makuhari Messe is a large complex that includes an international exhibition hall, the Makuhari Event Hall, and an international conference center. Besides concerts and festivals, it hosts a wide range of events, such as briefings and presentations.

• Address: 2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 261-8550

The nearest stations and approximate access to the venue, according to the official website, are as follows.

Station	Line	Approx. access to venue
Kaihin-Makuhari Station	JR Keiyo Line	About 5 min. on foot
Makuhari-Toyosuna Station	JR Keiyo Line	About 20 min. on foot
Makuhari-Hongo Station	JR Sobu Line / Keisei Line	About 17 min. by bus (bound for “Makuhari Messe Chuo”)

The nearest station is Kaihin-Makuhari. “Makuhari Station,” which has a similar name, is a different station and is far from the venue, so be careful not to mix them up.

The official “about 5 minutes on foot” is the time from the station to the facility. Depending on which hall you’re attending and how crowded it is, it can take 10–15 minutes to reach the entrance.

Parking costs ¥1,000 per day for standard cars and cannot be reserved. Because it gets crowded on event days, traveling by public transportation is the standard approach.

Comparing Ways to Get from Haneda and Narita Airports to Makuhari Messe

Method	Approx. fare	Approx. travel time	Recommended for
Limousine bus (from Haneda)	About ¥1,300–1,500	About 40–50 min.	Those who want to save money and avoid transfers
Limousine bus (from Narita)	About ¥1,200	About 45 min.	Those who want to save money and avoid transfers
Train (JR Keiyo Line from Tokyo Station)	Check with a route-search app	About 33 min. by rapid train from Tokyo Station	Those who want to avoid road traffic
NearMe (taxi, advance reservation)	About ¥16,000 from Haneda Terminal 1 (20% OFF the regular fare of about ¥19,930)	Varies with road conditions	Those with lots of luggage; early morning or late night; groups of 4 or more splitting the fare

Limousine Bus

Direct limousine buses run from the airports toward Makuhari Messe. From Haneda Airport, it takes about 40–50 minutes from each terminal to Makuhari Messe Chuo. From Narita Airport, it takes about 45 minutes and about ¥1,200 to Kaihin-Makuhari Station.

Fares vary by source, so please check the limousine bus official website before you travel. Seats cannot be reserved in advance, so depending on conditions, buses may be full and you may not be able to board.

Train | JR Keiyo Line from Tokyo Station

From Tokyo Station, the JR Keiyo Line rapid train takes about 33 minutes to Kaihin-Makuhari Station. Note that the Keiyo Line platforms at Tokyo Station involve a fairly long walk from other lines, so allow extra time.

If you’re traveling by train from Haneda or Narita Airport, check the latest route for the day with a route-search app.

Beating the Post-Show Crowds

After a concert ends, the line stretches all the way to Kaihin-Makuhari Station. The crowds are said to peak 30–60 minutes after the show ends.

• Some people kill time at a café or convenience store near the station before heading over.
• Plan to arrive at the station an hour before the show starts.
• If you have a return flight or Shinkansen already booked, build in plenty of buffer time.

On some days, the crowds overlap with people heading home from ZOZO Marine Stadium, other events inside Makuhari Messe, or events at Tokyo Disney Resort or around Odaiba, making stations and trains extremely crowded. If you book NearMe (taxi) in advance, it’s easier to avoid the long line at the station after the show.

Choosing Where to Stay for an Out-of-Town Trip

If you stay near the venue, you can head straight back to your hotel after the show. The Kaihin-Makuhari area has a cluster of hotels close to the venue.

Depending on your dates, hotels around the venue can be hard to book. In that case, one option is to widen your search. For example, the area around Makuhari-Hongo Station on the JR Sobu Line and Keisei Line is about 15–17 minutes from the venue by bus. It’s also easier to get to Narita Airport from there.

Room rates vary greatly by date and season. Compare several areas on a booking site.

NearMe (Taxi) | 20% OFF with Advance Reservation, Up to 50% OFF with Shared Rides

NearMe (taxi) can be used for trips to hotels, stations, and event venues, mainly in Tokyo’s 23 wards. Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with an advance reservation. If a shared ride is matched, the discount rises to up to 50% OFF.

Sample Fares Between Makuhari Messe and Major Stations

Pickup/drop-off point (to Makuhari Messe)	Approx. regular fare	Approx. fare with advance reservation (20% OFF)
Ueno Station	About ¥15,610	About ¥12,500
Tokyo Station	About ¥17,140	About ¥13,800
Shinagawa Station	About ¥18,040	About ¥14,500
Nippori Station	About ¥18,580	About ¥14,900
Shibuya Station	About ¥19,840	About ¥15,900
Haneda Airport Terminal 1	About ¥19,930	About ¥16,000
Shinjuku Station	About ¥20,470	About ¥16,400

Fares are estimates and vary by date, time, and conditions. For discount conditions and eligible periods, check the reservation page. A shared ride is matched when other reservations heading in the same direction come together. It is not guaranteed.

Because of the long distance, riding alone costs more than the limousine bus or train. If four people share one vehicle, for example, splitting about ¥16,000 from Haneda Terminal 1 four ways comes to roughly ¥4,000 per person. Make use of first-ride discount coupons and campaigns to travel affordably and comfortably.

How the Taxi Service Works

• No reservation fee or pickup fee: Fares are all-inclusive, covering the app booking fee, reservation fee, pickup fee, and late-night/early-morning surcharges. You won’t be charged anything extra after your ride.
• You can book up to 12 months in advance. You can also call a ride right now.
• Vehicles are sedans or minivans (you can’t choose the vehicle type).
• After booking, cancellation is free before a vehicle is assigned, or up to 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

The end time of a concert can be hard to predict. If your plans might change, use the 60-minute-before cancellation deadline as a guide.

Charter for Group Trips | Up to 9 People per Vehicle

If you’re traveling with friends in a group of 4 or more, chartering a large vehicle is convenient.

• Up to 9 people per vehicle (minivans seat up to 5, wagons up to 9)
• You can add multiple stops. For example, you can stop at your hotel first and then head to the venue
• Choose between a point-to-point transfer plan and an hourly charter
• Cancellation is free up to 3 days before the scheduled departure time

For details, see NearMe’s large vehicle and charter page.

Which Option to Use by Situation and Group Size

Situation	Recommended	Why
Saving money from the airport	Limousine bus	About ¥1,300–1,500 from Haneda, about ¥1,200 from Narita
Avoiding road traffic	Train (JR Keiyo Line)	About 33 min. by rapid train from Tokyo Station
Lots of luggage; early morning or late night (1–3 people)	NearMe (taxi)	Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with advance reservation, up to 50% OFF with shared rides
Avoiding the station line after the show	NearMe (taxi)	You can reserve in advance
Splitting the fare among 4 or more	NearMe (taxi), NearMe (charter)	With 4 people in one vehicle, the cost per person drops. Charter seats up to 9

Sample Itinerary for an Out-of-Town Trip | 2 Days, 1 Night

Day 1 | From the Airport to Makuhari Messe

1. Arrive at Haneda or Narita Airport.
2. To save money, take the limousine bus toward Makuhari Messe. If you have a lot of luggage or are in a group of 4 or more, a pre-booked NearMe (taxi) is convenient.
3. Enjoy the concert.
4. After the show, either wait out the peak station crowds, or head to your hotel or a major station in a NearMe (taxi) you booked in advance.

Day 2 | From the Hotel to the Airport

1. Check out of your hotel.
2. Head to the airport by limousine bus, train, or a pre-booked NearMe (taxi).

Because there are NearMe spots throughout Tokyo, if you stay in the city, you can also get airport transfers between the airport and your hotel by getting on and off at a NearMe spot, which is a better deal than NearMe (taxi).

We Recommend NearMe for Your Makuhari Trip!

*The photo is for illustration purposes. Actual vehicles vary by area.

Because Makuhari Messe is far from central Tokyo, choosing how you get there matters. With NearMe, you can choose between pre-booked taxis and charters to suit your situation.

Overview

NearMe is a flat-rate transfer service that picks you up directly from anywhere you like, such as your home or hotel, and takes you to the airport. It has served over 1.5 million cumulative reserved passengers (October 2019 – September 2026) and has a ride satisfaction rating of 4.6/5.0.

• Taxi: Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with advance reservation, and up to 50% OFF when a shared ride is matched
• Charter: Up to 9 people per vehicle

How to Save Even More

• Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with advance reservation
• Up to 50% OFF when a shared ride is matched
• No reservation fee or pickup fee, with all-inclusive fares
• Charter cancellation is free up to 3 days before the scheduled departure time

NearMe Is Recommended For

• Those with lots of luggage who want to avoid transfers
• Those traveling early in the morning or late at night
• Those who want to avoid the station line after the show
• Those traveling with friends in a group of 4 or more who want to ride together in one vehicle
• Those who want to reserve in advance and lock in their plans

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How do I get from Haneda Airport to Makuhari Messe?

A. The direct limousine bus takes about 40–50 minutes, and the fare is about ¥1,300–1,500. If you want to go with your luggage and no transfers, NearMe (taxi) is also available.

Q. How do I get from Narita Airport to Makuhari Messe?

A. The limousine bus takes about 45 minutes and about ¥1,200 to Kaihin-Makuhari Station.

Q. What is the nearest station to Makuhari Messe?

A. It’s Kaihin-Makuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line, about 5 minutes on foot. Makuhari-Toyosuna Station is about 20 minutes on foot, and from Makuhari-Hongo Station it’s about 17 minutes by bus. “Makuhari Station,” which has a similar name, is a different station.

Q. How long does it take from Tokyo Station to Makuhari Messe?

A. The JR Keiyo Line rapid train takes about 33 minutes to Kaihin-Makuhari Station, plus about 5 minutes on foot from the station. The Keiyo Line platforms at Tokyo Station involve a fairly long walk to transfer.

Q. How much cheaper is NearMe (taxi)?

A. Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with an advance reservation. For example, from Haneda Terminal 1, the regular fare of about ¥19,930 becomes about ¥16,000. If a shared ride is matched, the discount is up to 50% OFF.

Q. How can I avoid the crowds after the show?

A. The crowds at Kaihin-Makuhari Station peak 30–60 minutes after the show ends. You can stagger your departure or book a taxi in advance.

Q. How can I travel with friends in a group of 4 or more?

A. Chartering a large vehicle is convenient. Up to 9 people can ride in one vehicle, and you can add stops. You can also split a taxi fare among 4 people.

Q. Is there parking at Makuhari Messe?

A. Yes. It costs ¥1,000 per day for standard cars and cannot be reserved. Because it gets crowded on event days, traveling by public transportation is the standard approach.

Summary

From Haneda and Narita Airports, Makuhari Messe is about 40–50 minutes away by limousine bus. To save money, the limousine bus and train are affordable options. If you have lots of luggage, are traveling early in the morning or late at night, or want to avoid the post-show crowds, we recommend booking NearMe (taxi) in advance. Rides between Makuhari Messe and major stations get 20% OFF with advance reservation, and up to 50% OFF when a shared ride is matched.

For groups of 1–3, NearMe (taxi) with shared rides is more affordable than a regular taxi. For groups of 4 or more, there are also charter and fare-splitting options. For your Makuhari trip, please make use of NearMe to suit your situation.