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

The journey from Bentencho to Tennoji takes approximately 32 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 12.65 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bentencho to Tennoji?

The token fare from Bentencho to Tennoji 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 Tennoji?

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 Tennoji?

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

How many stops from Bentencho to Tennoji?

There are 8 stops between Bentencho and Tennoji on the Chuo Line. The stations are: Bentencho, Kujo, Awaza, Hommachi.

Bentencho To Tennoji

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

+6.94 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Daikokucho

blue interchange

+10.4 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Dobutsuen-mae

+13.88 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Tennoji

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.17 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

12.65 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~51 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥290

Bike

¥86

Auto

¥182

Cab

¥328

Estimates for 12.65 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

Tennoji

underground

Tennoji, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Tennoji main exit· Tennoji, Abeno Harukas♿

Tennoji south exit· Tennoji, Abeno Harukas♿

Tennoji east exit· Tennoji, Abeno Harukas♿

Tennoji west exit· Tennoji, Abeno Harukas♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store