Features
The six-car (1000 and 2000 Series) trains run at speeds of up to 80 km/h (50 mph). Their average speed along the line, including stops, is around 45 km/h (28 mph). Each car has a combination of aisle-facing bench seats, forward and rear-facing seats, and seats in the center of the aisle. The trains also feature extra space for hand luggage, as a convenience for air travelers. These trains are stored at Shōwajima Depot beside Shōwajima Station during off-service hours.
Tokyo Monorail was originally one of the only "private" railways to use JR East's Suica fare card system. The Monorail is now fully integrated with both Suica and the new PASMO fare card.
Former rolling stock once used on Tokyo Monorail include the 100/200/300/350 series (from 1964 until 1978), 500 series (from 1969 until 1991), 600 series (from 1977 until 1997), and 700/800 series (from 1982 until 1998).
The first departure towards the airport leaves at 0458 and the last departure is at 0001. Towards Hamamatsuchō, the first departure is at 0511 and the final departure is at 0005 (final departure serving all stations at 2338).
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