How long does it take from Bentencho to Namba by metro?

The journey from Bentencho to Namba takes approximately 22 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 7.75 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bentencho to Namba?

The token fare from Bentencho to Namba is ¥290. With a smart card the fare is ¥290 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥290.

Which platform at Bentencho for Namba?

At Bentencho, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Nagata. Look for the electronic board showing "Nagata".

What is the last train from Bentencho to Namba?

The last train from Bentencho towards Nagata departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Namba back towards Bentencho departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bentencho to Namba?

There are 5 stops between Bentencho and Namba on the Chuo Line. The stations are: Bentencho, Kujo, Awaza, Hommachi.

Bentencho To Namba

ShortestShortest Route

Bentencho

Platform 1·underground·Chuo LineTowards Nagata

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Kujo

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Awaza

blue interchange

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Hommachi

red interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.48 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Hommachi — 5 min

Platform 3 · Midosuji Line ·Platform 1 Towards Esaka

+5 min

Hommachi

green interchangeblue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Shinsaibashi

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Namba

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.27 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

7.75 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bentencho	05:00	23:00	Towards Nagata
Namba	05:00	00:00	Towards Bentencho

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

¥290

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥290

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥290

Save ¥0 per ride

Use your Osaka Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.05 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.48 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~31 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥290

Bike

¥56

Auto

¥124

Cab

¥220

Estimates for 7.75 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Chuo Line

Departure station

Bentencho

underground

Bentencho, Osaka, Japan

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Namba

underground

Namba, Osaka, Japan

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Namba main exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba south exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba east exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba west exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Tap in and out with a Suica/PASMO/ICOCA IC card for the smoothest journey.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store