Shinjuku to Disneyland: Busta Bus Times & Fares
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The easiest way from Shinjuku to Disneyland - confused?
Busta Shinjuku Disneyland/DisneySea limousine bus schedules, fares, booking methods,
And pros/cons compared to JR/subway - all summarized in one place.
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➡️ Complete Shinjuku Guide
If you’re planning a family trip with children departing from Shinjuku, The limousine bus to Disneyland is the fastest and most convenient choice. Especially for families with strollers and lots of luggage, the ‘Busta Shinjuku direct bus’ with no transfers is the best route.
🎡 3 Ways to Get from Shinjuku to Disneyland Comparison
| Category | 🚌 Limousine Bus | 🚆 JR/Subway | 🚗 Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 40-50 min | 50-70 min | 50 min |
| Fare | ¥1,000 | ¥410 | ¥6,000+ |
| Departure Point | Busta Shinjuku | Shinjuku Station | Hotel Pickup |
| Features | Luggage·Stroller OK, No Transfer | Transfer at Tokyo Station | Fastest |
📌 Recommended for families! If traveling with children, the limousine bus with “seat reservation + luggage storage” is much more efficient.
🚌 Complete Guide to Busta Shinjuku Limousine Bus
✅ Busta Shinjuku (Bus Terminal)
- Location: Directly connected to JR Shinjuku Station New South Exit
- Floor: 4th floor bus terminal
- Ticket Office: 3rd floor information desk (Suica/PayPay accepted)
📍 Google Maps: Busta Shinjuku View Location
🚶♀️ How to Get There Shinjuku Station South Exit → Escalator next to NEWoMan department store → Go up to 4th floor ‘BUSTA SHINJUKU’ for immediate bus boarding!
⏰ Busta Shinjuku Departure → Disneyland Bus Schedule (Nov 2025)
※ May vary ±10 minutes depending on road conditions
| Bus No. | Shinjuku Depart | DisneySea Arrive | Disneyland Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| No.1 🚻 | 6:40 | 7:20 | 7:30 |
| No.3 🚻 | 7:00 | 7:40 | 7:50 |
| No.5 | 7:10 | 7:50 | 8:00 |
| No.7 | 7:30 | 8:20 | 8:30 |
| No.9 🚻 | 7:50 | 8:40 | 8:50 |
| No.11 | 8:10 | 9:00 | 9:10 |
| No.13 | 8:30 | 9:20 | 9:30 |
| No.15 | 8:50 | 9:40 | 9:50 |
| No.17 | 9:10 | 10:00 | 10:10 |
| No.19 | 9:30 | 10:20 | 10:30 |
| No.21 🚻 | 9:50 | 10:40 | 10:50 |
| No.23 | 10:20 | 11:10 | 11:20 |
| No.25 🚻 | 11:00 | 11:50 | 12:00 |
💡 Recommended Time: For families, buses between 07:00-08:30 recommended (arrive in time for opening) Saturdays/Sundays require advance booking! (7:00 buses fill up quickly)
⏰ Disneyland → Shinjuku Return Bus Schedule
| Bus No. | DisneySea Depart | Disneyland Depart | Shinjuku Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| No.2 🚻 | 16:10 | 16:20 | 17:10 |
| No.4 🚻 | 17:10 | 17:20 | 18:10 |
| No.6 | 17:40 | 17:50 | 18:40 |
| No.8 | 18:10 | 18:20 | 19:10 |
| No.10 🚻 | 18:45 | 18:55 | 19:45 |
| No.12 | 19:10 | 19:20 | 20:10 |
| No.14 | 19:30 | 19:40 | 20:20 |
| No.16 | 20:00 | 20:10 | 20:50 |
| No.18 | 20:30 | 20:40 | 21:20 |
| No.20 | 20:50 | 21:00 | 21:40 |
| No.22 🚻 | 21:10 | - | 21:55 |
| No.24 | - | 21:20 | 22:00 |
| No.26 🚻 | 21:30 | - | 22:15 |
| No.28 🚻 | - | 21:40 | 22:20 |
| No.30 🚻 | 21:50 | 22:00 | 22:40 |
📌 Tip: Even after watching fireworks (20:30-20:45), The last buses after 21:00 (21:10-21:30) are available!
💰 Fares & Booking Methods Complete Guide
| Category | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| One-way | ¥1,000 | ¥500 |
✅ No Advance Booking Required
🚌 Boarding at Busta Shinjuku Purchase tickets at Busta Shinjuku ticket machines or counter
🚌 Boarding at Tokyo Disney Resort Pay with cash or IC card (PASMO, Suica, etc.) on board Credit card tap payment also available.
📌 Strollers must be folded and stored in trunk, Families with children recommended for front row/window seats!
⚖️ Bus vs JR/Subway, Which is Better?
| Category | Bus | JR/Subway |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer | None | 1+ times |
| Luggage Storage | Possible | Difficult |
| Stroller | Possible | Difficult |
| Cost | △ (¥1,000) | ○ (¥410) |
| Fatigue | Low | High transfer fatigue |
👉 Conclusion
- Families with children → Bus!
- Solo/couple travel → JR, Subway!
👨👩👧 Recommended Shinjuku Family Travel Course
- Morning: Depart Shinjuku accommodation → Board 07:00 bus
- Morning-Evening: Enjoy Disneyland all day
- Night: Board return bus → Arrive Shinjuku → Dinner near NewoMan
🎡 For complete kids park routes including Disney, check here ➡️ Shinjuku with Kids! How to Get to 5 Major Kids Parks (Sanrio, Thomas, Yomiuri, Tokyo Dome)
🎠 For Disney park information: ➡️ Tokyo Disneyland Complete Guide (Tickets, DPA, Restaurants)
📌 Related Travel Guides
➡️ Complete Shinjuku Course Guide
➡️ Shinjuku with Kids! How to Get to 5 Major Kids Parks
➡️ Tokyo Disneyland Complete Guide
🎁 Final One-Line Summary
✔️ Depart Shinjuku → Busta Shinjuku limousine bus → Arrive at Disneyland in 1 hour! For families with lots of luggage and children, this route is the most stress-free way to travel.