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🚆 Chennai Metro: Anna Nagar Tower to Guindy

The Chennai Metro journey from Anna Nagar Tower to Guindy involves an interchange at Arignar Anna Alandur — from the Green Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 12 km with an estimated travel time of 24 minutes across 10 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Green Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Arignar Anna Alandur. Anna Nagar Tower station has been operational since 2017. Guindy 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 Tower to Guindy. 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: ~24 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 40
🎟️ Discounted: INR 32
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (1 min)
2

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: koyambedu (2 min)
3

Koyambedu

Green Line
→ Next: cmbt (1 min)
4

CMBT

Green Line
→ Next: arumbakkam (2 min)
5

Arumbakkam

Green Line
→ Next: vadapalani (2 min)
6

Vadapalani

Green Line
→ Next: ashok_nagar (3 min)
7

Ashok Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: ekkattuthangal (4 min)
8

Ekkattuthangal

Green Line
→ Next: arignar_anna_alandur (2 min)
9

Arignar Anna Alandur

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station
10

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
11

Guindy

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Anna Nagar Tower → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Thirumangalam → Koyambedu

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Koyambedu → Cmbt

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

CMBT → Arumbakkam

📏 Distance: 1.33 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Arumbakkam → Vadapalani

📏 Distance: 1.26 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Vadapalani → Ashok Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Ashok Nagar → Ekkattuthangal

📏 Distance: 2.20 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
8

Ekkattuthangal → Arignar Anna Alandur

📏 Distance: 1.44 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Arignar Anna Alandur → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Guindy

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 Tower to Guindy on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 12 km. You need to change trains at Arignar Anna Alandur.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Anna Nagar Tower?
A: The first metro from Anna Nagar Tower 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 Tower to Guindy by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 24 minutes under normal conditions, covering 12 km across 10 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Anna Nagar Tower to Guindy?
A: The standard token fare is INR 40. With a smart card, you pay INR 32 (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 Tower to Guindy drops from INR 40 to INR 32.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Anna Nagar Tower to Guindy is a 12 km, 24-minute journey with one interchange at Arignar Anna Alandur. At INR 40 (or INR 32 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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