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🚆 Chennai Metro: Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC without any interchange. This direct route covers 10 km in approximately 20 minutes across 9 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Arignar Anna Alandur station has been operational since 2015. LIC station opened in 2018.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC. 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: ~20 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
2

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
3

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (2 min)
4

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (3 min)
5

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
6

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (1 min)
7

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (3 min)
8

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (2 min)
9

LIC

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Arignar Anna Alandur → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Guindy → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Little Mount → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Saidapet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Nandanam → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Teynampet → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

AG-DMS → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
8

Thousand Lights → Lic

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Guindy

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Little Mount

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Saidapet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nandanam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Teynampet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

AG-DMS

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thousand Lights

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

LIC

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 Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 9 stations on this route, covering 10 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Arignar Anna Alandur?
A: The first metro from Arignar Anna Alandur 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 Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 20 minutes under normal conditions, covering 10 km across 9 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC?
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 Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC drops from INR 30 to INR 24.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Arignar Anna Alandur metro station?
A: Arignar Anna Alandur is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2015.

Q: What facilities are available at LIC metro station?
A: LIC offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Arignar Anna Alandur to LIC is a 10 km, 20-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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