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Japan to Link Narita, Haneda Airports by New Limited Express Train in 2030s

From The Straits Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A new limited express train service is planned to connect Narita and Haneda airports in Japan, aiming for operation in the 2030s.
  • The service is expected to significantly reduce the current 90-minute travel time between the two major airports.
  • This initiative aims to facilitate smoother transfers for international tourists and enhance overall transport capacity.

Japan is set to launch a new limited express train service connecting Narita and Haneda airports by the 2030s, a move designed to streamline travel for international visitors and boost efficiency. The project, spearheaded by Keisei Electric Railway, aims to cut the current 90-minute journey between the two key gateways.

The plan involves extending Keisei's existing service from Oshiage Station in Tokyo to Haneda Airport via the Toei Asakusa and Keikyu lines. To support this expansion, new elevated tracks and a station at Narita Airport are planned for the Narita Sky Access Line. This infrastructure upgrade will increase transport capacity, particularly by adding a second track to single-track sections on the Keisei and JR East networks.

With these improvements, the frequency of limited express trains is expected to nearly double. The initiative is particularly geared towards making it easier for inbound tourists arriving at Narita to connect with domestic flights at Haneda, facilitating onward travel across Japan and enhancing the country's appeal as a travel destination.

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Originally published by The Straits Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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