How long does it take from Sekime-takadono to Esaka by metro?

The journey from Sekime-takadono to Esaka takes approximately 58 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 22.41 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sekime-takadono to Esaka?

The token fare from Sekime-takadono to Esaka 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 Sekime-takadono for Esaka?

At Sekime-takadono, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Yaominami. Look for the electronic board showing "Yaominami".

What is the last train from Sekime-takadono to Esaka?

The last train from Sekime-takadono towards Yaominami departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esaka back towards Sekime-takadono departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Sekime-takadono to Esaka?

There are 15 stops between Sekime-takadono and Esaka on the Tanimachi Line. The stations are: Sekime-takadono, Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome, Nakazakicho, Higashi-Umeda, Minami-morimachi, Tenmabashi, Tanimachi 4-chome.

Sekime-takadono To Esaka

ShortestShortest Route

Sekime-takadono

Platform 1·underground·Tanimachi LineTowards Yaominami

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

Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome

+2.92 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Nakazakicho

+5.84 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Minami-morimachi

+11.7 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tenmabashi

+14.62 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tanimachi 4-chome

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8 km

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

interchange Tanimachi 4-chome — 5 min

Platform 1 · Chuo Line ·Platform 3 Towards Cosmosquare

+5 min

Tanimachi 4-chome

purple 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

Hommachi

red interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.98 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

Yodoyabashi

+3.46 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Umeda

+6.92 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shin-Osaka

+17.32 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Higashi-Mikuni

+20.8 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Esaka

Arrive Platform 1·elevated11.43 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

58 min

Total time

stops

22.41 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sekime-takadono	05:00	23:00	Towards Yaominami
Esaka	05:00	00:00	Towards Sekime-takadono

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

3.03 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.39 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~90 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥390

Bike

¥144

Auto

¥298

Cab

¥544

Estimates for 22.41 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Tanimachi Line

Departure station

Sekime-takadono

underground

Sekime-takadono, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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