How to Get to ZOZO Marine Stadium (Access Guide)
When going to ZOZO Marine Stadium, it's reassuring to first understand the route to Kaihin-Makuhari Station. From Tokyo Station and Shinjuku Station, it's easy to reach by train, and from Narita International Airport and Haneda Airport, you can choose either bus or train.
Additionally, there are two transportation methods from Kaihin-Makuhari Station to the stadium: walking and bus. Since certain time periods can be crowded on game days, it's important to check travel times and fares in advance.
This article organizes access methods from major departure points to ZOZO Marine Stadium, and also introduces precautions for local transportation and nearby tourist spots that are easy to visit.
Table of Contents
1. How to Get to ZOZO Marine Stadium
1-1. From Tokyo Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
1-2. From Shinjuku Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
1-3. From Narita International Airport to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
1-4. From Haneda Airport to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
1-5. From Kaihin-Makuhari Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium
2. Precautions When Going to ZOZO Marine Stadium
2-1. It takes about 15 minutes on foot from Kaihin-Makuhari Station to the stadium
2-2. Time and fare vary depending on access method
2-3. Consider time when visiting nearby tourist spots
2-4. Trains are likely to be crowded on holidays
3. Tourist Spots Around ZOZO Marine Stadium
3-1. Chiba Prefectural Makuhari Seaside Park
3-2. Makuhari Bay Town
3-3. Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari
3-4. JFA Yume Field Makuhari Onsen Yura no Sato
3-5. AEON MALL Makuhari New City
Summary
1. How to Get to ZOZO Marine Stadium
There are several major transportation hubs around Tokyo. The four most important ones are:
Tokyo Station Shinjuku Station Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport) Narita International Airport |
Below, we'll explain the access methods from each of these transportation hubs to ZOZO Marine Stadium.
1-1. From Tokyo Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
From Tokyo Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium, use the train. Take the JR Keiyo Line rapid service to the nearest station "Kaihin-Makuhari Station," which takes about 30 minutes and costs 580 yen.
From Kaihin-Makuhari Station, take the bus bound for ZOZO Marine Stadium (about 6 minutes) or walk (about 15 minutes).
1-2. From Shinjuku Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
From Shinjuku Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium, a transfer is required. First, take the JR Chuo Line special rapid service for about 13 minutes to reach Tokyo Station. From Tokyo Station, follow the same route using the JR Keiyo Line. The fare is 660 yen.
Alternatively, you can take the JR Saikyo Line commuter rapid service to Osaki Station, then transfer to the Rinkai Line commuter rapid service to Shin-Kiba Station, and board the JR Keiyo Line from Shin-Kiba Station. In this case, the fare is 990 yen.
1-3. From Narita International Airport to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
From Narita International Airport to ZOZO Marine Stadium, using bus or train is convenient.
Bus | Take the airport shuttle bus to Kaihin-Makuhari Station, which takes about 50 minutes. The fare is 1,200 yen. |
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Train | Take the JR Narita Line (rapid) and JR Sobu Main Line (rapid) to reach Chiba Station in about 46 minutes. Transfer to the JR Uchibo Line or Sotobo Line for about 5 minutes to reach Soga Station, then board the JR Keiyo Line from Soga Station for about 12 minutes to reach Kaihin-Makuhari Station. The fare is 990 yen. |
1-4. From Haneda Airport to Kaihin-Makuhari Station
When going from Haneda Airport to ZOZO Marine Stadium, bus or train is also convenient.
Bus | From Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Kaihin-Makuhari Station, take the airport shuttle bus for about 41 minutes, fare 1,500 yen. |
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Train | Take the Keikyu Airport Line and Keikyu Main Line to reach Shinagawa Station in about 18 minutes. Transfer to the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line (rapid) at Shinagawa Station for about 12 minutes to reach Tokyo Station, then take the JR Keiyo Line (rapid) for about 30 minutes. The fare is 990 yen. |
Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport)
1-5. From Kaihin-Makuhari Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium
From Kaihin-Makuhari Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium, use either walking or bus.
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Tokyo Airport Transportation｜How to Get from Haneda and Narita Airports to Central Tokyo
2. Precautions When Going to ZOZO Marine Stadium
There are various access methods to ZOZO Marine Stadium, but each has points that require attention.
To smoothly reach the stadium and maximize your enjoyment of baseball viewing, please check the following points.
2-1. It takes about 15 minutes on foot from Kaihin-Makuhari Station to the stadium
From Kaihin-Makuhari Station to ZOZO Marine Stadium, it takes about 15 minutes on foot. While this might be a reasonable distance on a nice day or for exercise, we recommend using the bus in the following cases:
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Using the bus, you can reach ZOZO Marine Stadium from Kaihin-Makuhari Station in about 6 minutes. When game start time is approaching, using the bus is efficient.
2-2. Time and fare vary depending on access method
There are several access methods to ZOZO Marine Stadium, with different travel times and fares.
Train and Walking Train and Bus |
Also, when traveling from Haneda Airport or Narita International Airport to Kaihin-Makuhari Station, you can choose between bus or train. Direct buses are convenient with no transfers, but fares are slightly higher than trains.
Check timetables and fares for each transportation method in advance and choose the route that suits you. Crowding is expected on game days, so it's important to allow extra time.
2-3. Consider time when visiting nearby tourist spots
Around ZOZO Marine Stadium, there are attractive tourist spots such as Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari and Makuhari Messe. When combining game viewing with visits to tourist spots, plan your travel schedule with plenty of time.
For example, if you plan to enjoy shopping at the outlet park before the game, you need to plan by calculating travel time and shopping time backwards to arrive in time for game start. Also, if you plan to visit events at Makuhari Messe after the game, it's reassuring to check event end times and return transportation methods.
2-4. Trains are likely to be crowded on holidays
The JR Keiyo Line tends to be crowded on weekends, holidays, and consecutive holiday periods. This is because the number of people using trains increases for various purposes, including visitors to Tokyo Disney Resort and event participants at Makuhari Messe.
Between Tokyo Station and Kaihin-Makuhari Station is "Maihama Station," the nearest station to Tokyo Disney Resort. Both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea see many guests heading home all at once at closing time, so if you want to avoid crowds, adjusting your timing slightly is one option.
3. Tourist Spots Around ZOZO Marine Stadium
Here we introduce tourist spots around ZOZO Marine Stadium. We've focused on places that are easy to visit before and after baseball games, so choose according to your travel time.
There are parks you can walk to in a short time, as well as facilities where you can enjoy shopping and bathing. Rather than ending with just game viewing, visiting the surrounding area as well can make your stay in Makuhari more enjoyable.
3-1. Chiba Prefectural Makuhari Seaside Park
(Source: Chiba City Tourism Guide)
Chiba Prefectural Makuhari Seaside Park is a green-rich park spreading in the center of Makuhari New City. It features a large lawn area, flower clock, playground, fountains, and the Japanese garden "Mihama-en." With its open atmosphere, it's easy to stop by when you want to take a short walk before the game.
In surrounding area articles, it's introduced as a large urban park adjacent to ZOZO Marine Stadium, with a guideline of about 8 minutes on foot from Kaihin-Makuhari Station. It's a suitable spot for those who want to spend waiting time quietly.
3-2. Makuhari Bay Town
Makuhari Bay Town is a residential and commercial area with impressive well-organized streetscapes. According to Chiba City's guide, it's introduced as a town developed with the aim of attractive urban design and comfortable living environment. Buildings line the streets, with commercial and business facilities also located on the lower floors.
It's recommended when you want to take a walk with a different atmosphere around the stadium. It's also a useful area when looking for cafes before games or when wanting to walk calmly after games. While not a flashy tourist facility, it's a good place for those who want to see Makuhari's characteristic streetscape.
3-3. Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari
Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari is convenient when you want to enjoy shopping and dining together. The official website provides comprehensive information on access and parking, store search, gourmet and food, events and campaigns, making it a useful facility to visit before and after games.
The appeal is that you can easily differentiate usage - just dining if you have a short time, or adding shopping if you have more time. Since it's easy to make plans even on rainy days, it's also a good candidate for days with unstable weather.
3-4. JFA Yume Field Makuhari Onsen Yura no Sato
JFA Yume Field Makuhari Onsen Yura no Sato is recommended for those who want to rest their bodies after games. In addition to bathing facilities, it also features sauna and bedrock bath "Onnetsubo," as well as nano mist attraction, which is described as the first of its kind in the prefecture.
It's an easy-to-choose spot when you prioritize relaxing time over shopping. It's also useful for those who want to settle down a bit before traveling rather than going straight home after the game.
JFA YUME Field Makuhari Onsen Yura no Sato
3-5. AEON MALL Makuhari New City
AEON MALL Makuhari New City is a large commercial facility where you can easily enjoy shopping, dining, and events together. The official website also features many announcements of in-mall events, with different events depending on the season.
It's convenient when you want to finish meals before baseball games or when looking for places where you can easily act separately from companions. Since it's a facility where you can easily spend a long time, if you plan to stop by before games, it's easier to move around if you decide the time to head to the stadium first.
Summary
ZOZO Marine Stadium can be accessed from Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station, Narita International Airport, and Haneda Airport. From any departure point, going via Kaihin-Makuhari Station makes it easier to understand the flow. From Kaihin-Makuhari Station to the stadium is about 15 minutes on foot or about 6-7 minutes by bus, so choose according to the day's conditions.
Travel time and fares vary depending on the transportation method. Planning that includes not only game start time but also travel from the station to the stadium and time for visiting surrounding spots will allow you to act calmly. By checking routes in advance, even first-time visitors can easily reach ZOZO Marine Stadium.
*This article was created based on information as of February 2026
