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🚆 Chennai Metro: Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal

The Green Line of the Chennai Metro connects Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal without any interchange. This direct route covers 11 km in approximately 21 minutes across 9 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Green Line with no line changes required. Anna Nagar East station has been operational since 2017. Ekkattuthangal station opened in 2015.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Chennai Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~21 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 30
🎟️ Discounted: INR 24
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Anna Nagar East

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_tower (2 min)
2

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (1 min)
3

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: koyambedu (2 min)
4

Koyambedu

Green Line
→ Next: cmbt (1 min)
5

CMBT

Green Line
→ Next: arumbakkam (2 min)
6

Arumbakkam

Green Line
→ Next: vadapalani (2 min)
7

Vadapalani

Green Line
→ Next: ashok_nagar (3 min)
8

Ashok Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: ekkattuthangal (4 min)
9

Ekkattuthangal

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Anna Nagar East → Anna Nagar Tower

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Anna Nagar Tower → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Thirumangalam → Koyambedu

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Koyambedu → Cmbt

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

CMBT → Arumbakkam

📏 Distance: 1.33 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Arumbakkam → Vadapalani

📏 Distance: 1.26 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Vadapalani → Ashok Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
8

Ashok Nagar → Ekkattuthangal

📏 Distance: 2.20 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Anna Nagar East

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Anna Nagar Tower

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thirumangalam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Koyambedu

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arumbakkam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Vadapalani

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Ashok Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Ekkattuthangal

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets

💡 Travel Tips

  • Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • Check for any service advisories before traveling
  • Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
  • During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Route & Timing

Q: How many stops are there from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 9 stations on this route, covering 11 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Anna Nagar East?
A: The first metro from Anna Nagar East departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 21 minutes under normal conditions, covering 11 km across 9 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal?
A: The standard token fare is INR 30. With a smart card, you pay INR 24 (10% discount applied automatically).

Q: Is there a discount on Chennai Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal drops from INR 30 to INR 24.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Anna Nagar East metro station?
A: Anna Nagar East is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2017.

Q: What facilities are available at Ekkattuthangal metro station?
A: Ekkattuthangal offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2015.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Anna Nagar East to Ekkattuthangal is a 11 km, 21-minute journey with no line change. At INR 30 (or INR 24 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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