How long does it take from Showacho to Bentencho by metro?

The journey from Showacho to Bentencho takes approximately 36 minutes by Osaka Metro, covering 14.28 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Showacho to Bentencho?

The token fare from Showacho to Bentencho 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 Showacho for Bentencho?

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

What is the last train from Showacho to Bentencho?

The last train from Showacho towards Esaka departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bentencho back towards Showacho departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Showacho to Bentencho?

There are 9 stops between Showacho and Bentencho on the Midosuji Line. The stations are: Showacho, Tennoji, Dobutsuen-mae, Daikokucho, Namba, Shinsaibashi, Hommachi.

Showacho To Bentencho

ShortestShortest Route

Showacho

Platform 2·underground·Midosuji LineTowards Esaka

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

Tennoji

purple interchange

+3.46 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Dobutsuen-mae

+6.92 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Namba

blue interchange

+13.86 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Shinsaibashi

+17.32 min

3.46 min · 1.63 km

Hommachi

green interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground9.8 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

Awaza

blue interchange

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Kujo

+6.42 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Bentencho

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.48 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

36 min

Total time

stops

14.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Showacho	05:00	23:00	Towards Esaka
Bentencho	05:00	23:00	Towards Showacho

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

1.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.89 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥340

Bike

¥96

Auto

¥202

Cab

¥364

Estimates for 14.28 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Midosuji Line

Departure station

Showacho

underground

Showacho, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bentencho

underground

Bentencho, Osaka, Japan

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water