How long does it take from Dainichi to Esaka by metro?

The journey from Dainichi to Esaka takes approximately 64 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 25.08 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dainichi to Esaka?

The token fare from Dainichi to Esaka is ¥390. With a smart card the fare is ¥390 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥390.

Which platform at Dainichi for Esaka?

At Dainichi, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Dainichi. Look for the electronic board showing "Dainichi".

What is the last train from Dainichi to Esaka?

The last train from Dainichi towards Dainichi departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esaka back towards Dainichi departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dainichi to Esaka?

There are 17 stops between Dainichi and Esaka on the Tanimachi Line. The stations are: Dainichi, Moriguchi, Sekime-takadono, Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome, Nakazakicho, Higashi-Umeda, Minami-morimachi, Tenmabashi, Tanimachi 4-chome.

Dainichi To Esaka

ShortestShortest Route

Dainichi

Platform 1·elevated·Tanimachi LineTowards Dainichi

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

Moriguchi

+2.92 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Sekime-takadono

+5.86 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Minami-morimachi

+17.56 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tenmabashi

+20.48 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tanimachi 4-chome

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.67 km

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

interchange Tanimachi 4-chome — 5 min

Platform 1 · Chuo Line ·Platform 3 Towards Cosmosquare

+5 min

Tanimachi 4-chome

purple interchange

Platform 3·underground·Chuo LineTowards Cosmosquare

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

Sakaisuji-Hommachi

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Hommachi

red interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.98 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

Yodoyabashi

+3.46 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Umeda

+6.92 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shin-Osaka

+17.32 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Higashi-Mikuni

+20.8 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Esaka

Arrive Platform 1·elevated11.43 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

64 min

Total time

stops

25.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dainichi	05:00	00:00	Towards Dainichi
Esaka	05:00	00:00	Towards Dainichi

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

¥390

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥390

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥390

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

3.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.55 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~100 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥390

Bike

¥160

Auto

¥330

Cab

¥602

Estimates for 25.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Tanimachi Line

Departure station

Dainichi

elevated

Dainichi, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Dainichi main exit· Dainichi area♿

Dainichi south exit· Dainichi area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Esaka

elevated

Esaka, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Esaka main exit· Esaka♿

Esaka south exit· Esaka♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water