15 stations
0 interchanges
16.5 km
0 hrs 28 mins
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MGR Central (Chennai Central) to Ekkattuthangal Metro Route
Fare & Timings
Normal Fare: ₹40
Smart Card Fare: ₹32
First Train: 05:27 AM
Last Train: 11:27 PM
13 stations
1 interchange
14.1 km
0 hrs 24 mins
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Green Line · Platform No.: 2 · Towards: MGR Central (Chennai Central)
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Board the Blue Line towards Chennai International Airport · from Platform 5
Ride 11 stops to Arignar Anna Alandur.Change lines here -
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Board the Green Line towards MGR Central (Chennai Central) · from Platform 2
Ride 1 stop to Ekkattuthangal.
Chennai Metro Route Map 2026
Route from MGR Central (Chennai Central) to Ekkattuthangal on the map.
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Route Summary
How to reach Ekkattuthangal from MGR Central (Chennai Central) by metro? Board the metro from MGR Central (Chennai Central) station and travel through 13 intermediate metro stations. This is a direct route on the same line, with no train change required before reaching Ekkattuthangal.
The approximate travel time between MGR Central (Chennai Central) and Ekkattuthangal is 0 hrs 28 mins. The total distance covered on this metro route is 16.5 Km. The first metro from MGR Central (Chennai Central) departs at 05:27 AM, while the last train leaves at 11:27 PM.
The estimated metro fare for this route is ₹40. Smart card users may receive discounted fares. Parking facility is available at both MGR Central (Chennai Central) and Ekkattuthangal stations.
Estimated Travel Cost Comparison and Savings based on distance & typical fares in Indian cities.
| Mode | Est. Cost | Savings vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| 🚇 Metro | ₹40 | — |
| 🏍 Bike | ₹152 | ₹112 more |
| 🛺 Auto | ₹228 | ₹188 more |
| 🚕 Cab | ₹369 | ₹329 more |
Pre-calculated Weekly/Monthly Fare Chart
The fare shown below is calculated for daily, weekly, and monthly travel which includes both up and down journey and for a single person.
| Period | Cash | Smart Card |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | ₹80 | ₹64 |
| Weekly (5 days) | ₹400 | ₹320 |
| Weekly (6 days) | ₹480 | ₹384 |
| Weekly (7 days) | ₹560 | ₹448 |
| Monthly (20 days) | ₹1,600 | ₹1,280 |
| Monthly (24 days) | ₹1,920 | ₹1,536 |
| Monthly (28 days) | ₹2,240 | ₹1,792 |
Metro Ride Benefits
- 🌱 Carbon savings: 2.49 kg CO₂
- ⛽ Fuel savings: 1.10 litres
- ⏱ Time saved vs road: 21.2 minutes
- 🔥 Calories burned (walk to/from station): ~70 kcal
Safety Tips
- Stand behind the yellow line while waiting for the train.
- Keep your belongings secure and within sight at all times.
- Let passengers exit before boarding.
- Hold handrails while the train is moving.
- In an emergency, use the help point or alert station staff.
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Address
Park Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600003
Network & Line
Chennai Metro
Blue Line
Layout
Underground
Platform
Island
Areas Around
Madras Medical College
Egmore Court Allikulam
Park Town
Periamet
MGR Central
MGR Chennai Central
MGR Central (Chennai Central)
Station Amenities
Parking
Accessible
IR Connect
ATM
Station Gates
| Gate No. | Way To | Accessible |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Park Town Railway Station, Rajiv Gandhi Govt General Hospital, Madras Medical College, Pallavan Salai, College Of Pharmacy | |
| A2 | Park Town Railway Station, Rajiv Gandhi Govt General Hospital, Madras Medical College, Pallavan Salai, College Of Pharmacy | |
| A3 | Chennai Central Railway Station - MAS, Suburban Railway Station, Southern Railway Head Quarters, Chennai Central Railway Station Bus Stop, School Of N | |
| B1 | Park Railway Station, Park Railway Station Bus Stop | |
| B2 | Park Railway Station, Park Railway Station Bus Stop | |
| B3 | Allikulam Court Complex (Moore Market), Central Square, Victoria Public Hall | |
| B4 | Allikulam Court Complex (Moore Market), Central Square, Victoria Public Hall | |
| B5 | Ripon Building, Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, S D A T Multipurpose Indoor Stadium, Madras Veterinary College/Hospital, G2 Periamet Police Station, |
Train Frequency
| Peak | Off-Peak | |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 12 min | 14 min |
| Saturday | 12 min | 14 min |
| Sunday | 14 min | 20 min |
Address
Labour Colony, SIDCO Industrial Estate, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600032
Network & Line
Chennai Metro
Green Line
Layout
Elevated
Platform
Side
Areas Around
Ambal Nagar
Annai Veilankanni’s College
Ekkattuthangal
Station Amenities
Parking
Accessible
Station Gates
| Gate No. | Way To | Accessible |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | BNR, SIDCO Industrial Estate | |
| A2 | — | |
| B1 | Bus Stop Towards Koyambedu, Hilton Hotel, Olympia Tech Park |
Train Frequency
| Peak | Off-Peak | |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 12 min | 14 min |
| Saturday | 12 min | 14 min |
| Sunday | 14 min | 20 min |
MGR Central (Chennai Central) to Ekkattuthangal Metro Route FAQs
There are 15 stations between MGR Central (Chennai Central) and Ekkattuthangal on this metro route.
No, MGR Central (Chennai Central) to Ekkattuthangal is a direct route on the same line — no train change is needed.
The journey from MGR Central (Chennai Central) to Ekkattuthangal takes approximately 0 hrs 28 mins, covering a distance of about 16.5 km.
