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

The journey from Esaka to Namba takes approximately 31 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 14.7 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Esaka to Namba?

The token fare from Esaka to Namba 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 Esaka for Namba?

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 Namba?

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

How many stops from Esaka to Namba?

There are 9 stops between Esaka and Namba on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Esaka, Higashi-Mikuni, Shin-Osaka, Nishinakajima-Minamigata, Nakatsu, Umeda, Yodoyabashi, Hommachi, Shinsaibashi, Namba.

Esaka To Namba

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

Hommachi

green interchangeblue interchange

+24.26 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shinsaibashi

+27.74 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Namba

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.7 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

14.7 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

¥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

1.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.91 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~59 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥340

Bike

¥98

Auto

¥206

Cab

¥374

Estimates for 14.7 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

Namba

underground

Namba, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Namba main exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba south exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba east exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

Namba west exit· Namba, Dotonbori♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterCoin lockersConvenience store