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

The journey from Midoribashi to Namba takes approximately 25 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 9.24 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Midoribashi to Namba?

The token fare from Midoribashi to Namba is ¥290. With a smart card the fare is ¥290 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥290.

Which platform at Midoribashi for Namba?

At Midoribashi, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Cosmosquare. Look for the electronic board showing "Cosmosquare".

What is the last train from Midoribashi to Namba?

The last train from Midoribashi towards Cosmosquare departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Namba back towards Midoribashi departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Midoribashi to Namba?

There are 6 stops between Midoribashi and Namba on the Chuo Line. The stations are: Midoribashi, Morinomiya, Tanimachi 4-chome, Sakaisuji-Hommachi, Hommachi.

Midoribashi To Namba

ShortestShortest Route

Midoribashi

Platform 2·underground·Chuo LineTowards Cosmosquare

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

Morinomiya

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tanimachi 4-chome

purple interchange

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Sakaisuji-Hommachi

+9.65 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Hommachi

red interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.97 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

Shinsaibashi

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Namba

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Midoribashi	05:00	23:00	Towards Cosmosquare
Namba	05:00	00:00	Towards Midoribashi

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

¥290

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥290

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥290

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

1.25 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.57 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~37 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥290

Bike

¥66

Auto

¥140

Cab

¥254

Estimates for 9.24 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Chuo Line

Departure station

Midoribashi

underground

Midoribashi, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

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