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

The journey from Esaka to Moriguchi takes approximately 61 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 23.75 km across 16 stops.

What is the metro fare from Esaka to Moriguchi?

The token fare from Esaka to Moriguchi 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 Esaka for Moriguchi?

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

What is the last train from Esaka to Moriguchi?

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

How many stops from Esaka to Moriguchi?

There are 16 stops between Esaka and Moriguchi on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Esaka, Higashi-Mikuni, Shin-Osaka, Nishinakajima-Minamigata, Nakatsu, Umeda, Yodoyabashi, Hommachi.

Esaka To Moriguchi

ShortestShortest Route

Esaka

Platform 1·elevated·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

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

Higashi-Mikuni

+3.46 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shin-Osaka

+6.94 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Umeda

+17.34 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Yodoyabashi

+20.8 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Hommachi

green interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.43 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

Sakaisuji-Hommachi

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Tanimachi 4-chome

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.98 km

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

interchange Tanimachi 4-chome — 5 min

Platform 3 · Tanimachi Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dainichi

+5 min

Tanimachi 4-chome

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Tanimachi LineTowards Dainichi

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

Tenmabashi

+2.94 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Minami-morimachi

+5.86 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome

+14.64 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Sekime-takadono

+17.56 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Moriguchi

Arrive Platform 2·underground9.34 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

61 min

Total time

stops

23.75 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Esaka	05:00	00:00	Towards Esaka
Moriguchi	05:00	23:00	Towards Esaka

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

3.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.47 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~95 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥390

Bike

¥152

Auto

¥316

Cab

¥572

Estimates for 23.75 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Midosuji Line

Departure 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

Arrival station

Moriguchi

underground

Moriguchi, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water