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🚆 Chennai Metro: Ashok Nagar to Egmore

The Green Line of the Chennai Metro connects Ashok Nagar to Egmore without any interchange. This direct route covers 14 km in approximately 27 minutes across 13 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

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

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Ashok Nagar to Egmore. 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: ~27 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Ashok Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: vadapalani (3 min)
2

Vadapalani

Green Line
→ Next: arumbakkam (2 min)
3

Arumbakkam

Green Line
→ Next: cmbt (2 min)
4

CMBT

Green Line
→ Next: koyambedu (1 min)
5

Koyambedu

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (2 min)
6

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_tower (1 min)
7

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_east (2 min)
8

Anna Nagar East

Green Line
→ Next: shenoy_nagar (1 min)
9

Shenoy Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: pachaiyappa_college (1 min)
10

Pachaiyappa College

Green Line
→ Next: kilpauk_medical_college (2 min)
11

Kilpauk Medical College

Green Line
→ Next: nehru_park (1 min)
12

Nehru Park

Green Line
→ Next: egmore (2 min)
13

Egmore

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Ashok Nagar → Vadapalani

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Vadapalani → Arumbakkam

📏 Distance: 1.26 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Arumbakkam → Cmbt

📏 Distance: 1.33 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

CMBT → Koyambedu

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Koyambedu → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Thirumangalam → Anna Nagar Tower

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Anna Nagar Tower → Anna Nagar East

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Anna Nagar East → Shenoy Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.90 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Shenoy Nagar → Pachaiyappa College

📏 Distance: 0.61 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Pachaiyappa College → Kilpauk Medical College

📏 Distance: 1.43 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Kilpauk Medical College → Nehru Park

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Nehru Park → Egmore

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Ashok Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Vadapalani

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arumbakkam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Koyambedu

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thirumangalam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Anna Nagar Tower

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Anna Nagar East

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Shenoy Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kilpauk Medical College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nehru Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Egmore

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 Ashok Nagar to Egmore on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 14 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Ashok Nagar?
A: The first metro from Ashok Nagar 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 Ashok Nagar to Egmore by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 27 minutes under normal conditions, covering 14 km across 13 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Ashok Nagar to Egmore?
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 Ashok Nagar to Egmore drops from INR 40 to INR 32.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Egmore metro station?
A: Egmore offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2017.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Ashok Nagar to Egmore is a 14 km, 27-minute journey with no line change. 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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