BY PLANE

If you’re considering flying to reach the Mobility Resort Motegi circuit, there are a few options depending on your starting location. Here’s a guide on how to get to Motegi by plane and then the best way to reach the circuit from the airport.

Nearest Airports

Narita International Airport (NRT) – Chiba Prefecture
Narita is Japan’s primary international gateway, connecting Tokyo to major cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and Oceania. It serves as a hub for several international airlines.

Haneda Airport (HND) – Tokyo
Haneda is Japan’s busiest airport, particularly for domestic flights, serving over 85 million passengers annually pre-pandemic. It acts as a crucial hub for connecting various regions of Japan, with frequent flights to major cities like Osaka, Sapporo, and Fukuoka. In recent years, Haneda has expanded its international operations, now serving numerous destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

Ibaraki Airport (IBR) – Ibaraki Prefecture
Ibaraki Airport is a smaller regional airport that primarily serves domestic flights with some international connections. It is situated about 85 kilometres (53 miles) northeast of central Tokyo, offering an alternative for travellers in the northern Kanto region.

From Narita International Airport (NRT)

Distance to Motegi: Approximately 160 km (99 miles)
Estimated Travel Time: 3 to 3.5 hours by car
From the airport by car: Rent a car at the airport and drive via the Higashi-Kanto Expressway, then merge onto the Kita-Kanto Expressway and continue to National Route 294 towards Motegi.
Public Transport: Take a train from Narita Airport to Utsunomiya Station (via the Narita Express to Tokyo Station, then the Tohoku Shinkansen). From Utsunomiya, you can catch a bus or rent a car for the final leg to Motegi.

From Haneda Airport (HND)

Distance to Motegi: Approximately 140 km (87 miles)
Estimated Travel Time: 2.5 to 3 hours by car
From the airport by car: Drive via the Tokyo-Gaikan Expressway, merge onto the Tohoku Expressway, and follow the directions as you would from Tokyo.
Public Transport: Take the Keikyu Line to Shinagawa Station, transfer to the Tohoku Shinkansen at Tokyo Station, and proceed to Utsunomiya. From Utsunomiya, you can take a bus or drive to Motegi.

From Ibaraki Airport (IBR)

Distance to Motegi: Approximately 70 km (43 miles)
Estimated Travel Time: 1.5 to 2 hours by car
From the airport by car: This is the most straightforward option. Drive via the Joban Expressway, then take the Kita-Kanto Expressway towards Mito and follow National Route 123 to Motegi.
Public Transport: Public transportation options are limited. The best alternative is to take a bus to Mito Station and then catch another bus or taxi to Motegi.

Additional travel tips

Car Rentals: Most major airports have multiple car rental companies. Booking in advance is recommended.
Public Transportation: If you prefer not to drive, combining flights with the Shinkansen and local buses is a reliable option, though it might take longer than driving directly.