14 stations
0 interchanges
15.8 km
0 hrs 27 mins
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Egmore to Ekkattuthangal Metro Route
Fare & Timings
Normal Fare: ₹40
Smart Card Fare: ₹32
First Train: 05:33 AM
Last Train: 11:33 PM
15 stations
2 interchanges
15.2 km
0 hrs 26 mins
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Blue Line · Platform No.: 5 · Towards: Chennai International Airport
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Green Line · Platform No.: 2 · Towards: MGR Central (Chennai Central)
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Board the Green Line towards MGR Central (Chennai Central) · from Platform 2
Ride 2 stops to MGR Central (Chennai Central).Change lines here -
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Board the Blue Line towards Chennai International Airport · from Platform 5
Ride 10 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.
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💁 Fares and timings shown are estimates — please confirm with official signage or staff before travel. Terms
Route Summary
How to reach Ekkattuthangal from Egmore by metro? Board the metro from Egmore station and travel through 12 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 Egmore and Ekkattuthangal is 0 hrs 27 mins. The total distance covered on this metro route is 15.8 Km. The first metro from Egmore departs at 05:33 AM, while the last train leaves at 11:33 PM.
The estimated metro fare for this route is ₹40. Smart card users may receive discounted fares. Parking facility is available at both Egmore 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 | ₹147 | ₹107 more |
| 🛺 Auto | ₹220 | ₹180 more |
| 🚕 Cab | ₹357 | ₹317 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: 2.39 kg CO₂
- ⛽ Fuel savings: 1.06 litres
- ⏱ Time saved vs road: 20.4 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
Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600008
Network & Line
Chennai Metro
Green Line
Layout
Underground
Platform
Island
Areas Around
Mahaveer Colony
Chintadripet
Periamet
Egmore
Station Amenities
Parking
Accessible
IR Connect
ATM
Station Gates
| Gate No. | Way To | Accessible |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Egmore Railway station | |
| A2 | - | |
| A3 | Egmore Railway station, Office Of The Commissioner Of Archives And Historical Research, Egmore Childrens Hospital, Egmore F2 Police Station | |
| B1 | - | |
| B2 | Dina Thanthi, Periyar Book House, YWCA International Guest House, HDFC Bank, Office Of Commissioner of Police, Lakshmi Sundaravadanan Hospital | |
| B3 | - |
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 |
Egmore to Ekkattuthangal Metro Route FAQs
There are 14 stations between Egmore and Ekkattuthangal on this metro route.
No, Egmore to Ekkattuthangal is a direct route on the same line — no train change is needed.
The journey from Egmore to Ekkattuthangal takes approximately 0 hrs 27 mins, covering a distance of about 15.8 km.
