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

The journey from Dobutsuen-mae to Osakako takes approximately 35 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 14 km across 9 stops.

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

The token fare from Dobutsuen-mae to Osakako is ¥340. With a smart card the fare is ¥340 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥340.

Which platform at Dobutsuen-mae for Osakako?

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 Osakako?

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

How many stops from Dobutsuen-mae to Osakako?

There are 9 stops between Dobutsuen-mae and Osakako on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Dobutsuen-mae, Daikokucho, Namba, Shinsaibashi, Hommachi.

Dobutsuen-mae To Osakako

ShortestShortest Route

Dobutsuen-mae

Platform 2·underground·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

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

Daikokucho

blue interchange

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Namba

blue interchange

+6.94 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shinsaibashi

+10.4 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Hommachi

green interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.54 km

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

interchange Hommachi — 5 min

Platform 1 · Chuo Line ·Platform 3 Towards Cosmosquare

+5 min

Hommachi

red interchangeblue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Chuo LineTowards Cosmosquare

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

Awaza

blue interchange

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Kujo

+6.42 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Bentencho

+9.65 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Asashiobashi

+12.86 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Osakako

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.46 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

¥340

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥340

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥340

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

1.89 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.87 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~56 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥340

Bike

¥94

Auto

¥198

Cab

¥358

Estimates for 14 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Osakako

underground

Osakako, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water