How long does it take from Shin-Osaka to Esaka by metro?

The journey from Shin-Osaka to Esaka takes approximately 7 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 3.27 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shin-Osaka to Esaka?

The token fare from Shin-Osaka to Esaka is ¥240. With a smart card the fare is ¥240 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥240.

Which platform at Shin-Osaka for Esaka?

At Shin-Osaka, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Esaka. Look for the electronic board showing "Esaka".

What is the last train from Shin-Osaka to Esaka?

The last train from Shin-Osaka towards Esaka departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esaka back towards Shin-Osaka departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Shin-Osaka to Esaka?

There are 2 stops between Shin-Osaka and Esaka on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Shin-Osaka, Higashi-Mikuni, Esaka.

Shin-Osaka To Esaka

ShortestShortest Route

Shin-Osaka

Platform 2·elevated·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

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

Higashi-Mikuni

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Esaka

Arrive Platform 1·elevated3.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

7 min

Total time

stops

3.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shin-Osaka	05:00	23:00	Towards Esaka
Esaka	05:00	00:00	Towards Shin-Osaka

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

¥240

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥240

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥240

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

0.44 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.20 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~13 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥240

Bike

¥30

Auto

¥70

Cab

¥122

Estimates for 3.27 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Nishi-UmedaSuminoekoen

Midosuji Line

Departure station

Shin-Osaka

elevated

Shin-Osaka, 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