Originally Posted by
OliverB
I think based on this alone I would rule out the bus as an option. So now the decision is between Narita Express vs the Keisei Sky Liner. Is there any reason that I should consider the longer NRT Express over the Sky Liner?
As I said above, Skyliner to Nippori then JR Yamanote to Yurakucho makes a lot more sense than NEx to Tokyo (then either walk or JR Yamanote to Yurakucho). The above option will be quicker, and the transfer at Nippori will be less hectic than at Tokyo. You don't want to try to walk from Tokyo Sta to the Pen, especially being jet-lagged with bags in tow.
Originally Posted by OliverB
Can anyone tell me approx. how much a taxi fare from Nipori to The Pen would be?
If you're thinking about taking taxi from Nippori, then forget about the whole Skyliner thing. Just take NEx to Tokyo then taxi to Pen. Tokyo Sta is much closer to your hotel than Nippori or even Keisei Ueno.
Originally Posted by OliverB
I'm also curious how much of an ordeal it would be for exhausted jetlagged travellers with 2 large suitcases, a duffle bag, and briefcase to navigate the rail stations and make the transfer? Is it a nothing thing that I shouldn't even consider? I understand that the Skyliner offers plenty of space but would there be ample storage for luggage on the JR Yamanote Line and approx. how long would that leg of the commute run?
It would be an ordeal. If I'm taking a train and I've got that much stuff, I'm certainly shipping a piece or two. But it wouldn't be an issue if you would just allow yourself the idea of taking the Limo Bus. Honestly, just take the Limo Bus.