How long does it take from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi by metro?

The journey from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi takes approximately 19 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 6.36 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi?

The token fare from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi is ¥240. With a smart card the fare is ¥240 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥240.

Which platform at Dobutsuen-mae for Higobashi?

At Dobutsuen-mae, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Esaka. Look for the electronic board showing "Esaka".

What is the last train from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi?

The last train from Dobutsuen-mae towards Esaka departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Higobashi back towards Dobutsuen-mae departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dobutsuen-mae to Higobashi?

There are 5 stops between Dobutsuen-mae and Higobashi on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Dobutsuen-mae, Daikokucho.

Dobutsuen-mae To Higobashi

ShortestShortest Route

Dobutsuen-mae

Platform 2·underground·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

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

Daikokucho

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.64 km

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

interchange Daikokucho — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yotsubashi Line ·Platform 3 Towards Nishi-Umeda

+5 min

Daikokucho

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yotsubashi LineTowards Nishi-Umeda

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

Namba

red interchange

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Yotsubashi

+5.3 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Hommachi

red interchangegreen interchange

+7.95 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Higobashi

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.72 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

19 min

Total time

stops

6.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dobutsuen-mae	05:00	23:00	Towards Esaka
Higobashi	05:00	23:00	Towards Dobutsuen-mae

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

¥240

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥240

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥240

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

0.86 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.39 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~25 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥240

Bike

¥48

Auto

¥106

Cab

¥190

Estimates for 6.36 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Midosuji Line

Departure station

Dobutsuen-mae

underground

Dobutsuen-mae, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Higobashi

underground

Higobashi, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water