Tokyo Metro + Toei Subway (representative combo) · JPY · verified 2026-04-15
Tokyo transit fares
Major subway operators in the Tokyo 23 wards (IC compatible)
Published fares (snapshot)
Figures reflect operator-published tariffs - not a substitute for station validators or agency fare engines.
| Fare type | Amount |
|---|---|
| ~3 km subway hop (typical commuter) | ¥170 |
| ~8 km subway hop (central wards) | ¥220 |
| ~15 km radial trip | ¥320 |
Distance-based IC charging; commuter rail JR lines use separate calculators. Figures are representative short hops.
Rider tips
- PASMO/Suica mobile wallets reconcile daily.
- Narita/Haneda express trains are priced separately.
Reference trip vs taxi
Same 8.0 km · 15m reference used on rideshare hub pages. Transit shows a representative single-ride amount (median of tabular rows or flat fare).
- Representative transit ride
- ¥220
- Metered taxi (standard)
- ¥4,785
- ¥4,560 – ¥5,865 traffic band
Live calculator
Route door-to-door with OpenStreetMap - compare metered taxi and rideshare on identical GPS distance.
Route in Tokyo
Transit fares stay on this page; taxi and app estimates appear after routing.
FAQ
What does a single Tokyo transit ride cost?
It depends on distance or zones - consult the fare table below. Figures reference Tokyo Metro — passenger guide as of 2026-04-15.
Which agency operates this network?
Tokyo Metro + Toei Subway (representative combo) sets fares cited here; confirm details at Tokyo Metro — passenger guide.
Do transfers cost extra?
Transfer rules vary by ticket medium (contactless versus paper). Read the operator notes linked above.
Why can Tokyo taxis cost much more than transit?
Taxis charge regulated distance and time on curb-to-curb routing; transit spreads fixed infrastructure costs differently - compare both tools before deciding.