Your One Stop Guide to

Metro Routes Across India

Find routes, check timings, explore metro systems, get live updates and more — all in one place.

  • Live TrackingReal-time train locations
  • Metro MapsInteractive network maps
  • Plan Your TripFast & easy route search
  • Alerts & UpdatesLatest news & service info
Chennai Metro
Live TrackingTrack your metro journey after selecting both stations
Get Live Tracking
Popular routesQuick access to major metro routesMore Routes ›

🚆 Chennai Metro: Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central)

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central) without any interchange. This direct route covers 238 km in approximately 475 minutes across 14 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Chennai International Airport station has been operational since 2016.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central). 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: ~475 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 50
🎟️ Discounted: INR 40
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Chennai International Airport

Blue Line
→ Next: meenambakkam (3 min)
2

Meenambakkam

Blue Line
→ Next: nanganallur_road (225 min)
3

Nanganallur Road

Blue Line
→ Next: arignar_anna_alandur (221 min)
4

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
5

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
6

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (2 min)
7

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (3 min)
8

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
9

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (1 min)
10

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (3 min)
11

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (2 min)
12

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (1 min)
13

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (3 min)
14

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Chennai International Airport → Meenambakkam

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Meenambakkam → Nanganallur Road

📏 Distance: 112.57 km
⏱️ Time: 225 min
3

Nanganallur Road → Arignar Anna Alandur

📏 Distance: 110.73 km
⏱️ Time: 221 min
4

Arignar Anna Alandur → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Guindy → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Little Mount → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Saidapet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
8

Nandanam → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Teynampet → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

AG-DMS → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
11

Thousand Lights → Lic

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

LIC → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Government Estate → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Chennai International Airport

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Meenambakkam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nanganallur Road

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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
🚉

Government Estate

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 Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central) on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 14 stations on this route, covering 238 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Chennai International Airport?
A: The first metro from Chennai International Airport 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 Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central) by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 475 minutes under normal conditions, covering 238 km across 14 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central)?
A: The standard token fare is INR 50. With a smart card, you pay INR 40 (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 Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central) drops from INR 50 to INR 40.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Chennai International Airport metro station?
A: Chennai International Airport is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2016.

Q: What facilities are available at MGR Central (Chennai Central) metro station?
A: MGR Central (Chennai Central) has standard metro facilities.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Chennai International Airport to MGR Central (Chennai Central) is a 238 km, 475-minute journey with no line change. At INR 50 (or INR 40 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

Related Metro Routes

Explore more metro routes from stations on this journey

Chennai International Airport

Meenambakkam

Mgr Central Chennai Central

Egmore

Mgr Central Chennai Central

Government Estate

Mgr Central Chennai Central

High Court

Meenambakkam

Mgr Central Chennai Central

Chennai International Airport

Nanganallur Road

Nanganallur Road

Mgr Central Chennai Central

Chennai International Airport

Arignar Anna Alandur

Arignar Anna Alandur

Mgr Central Chennai Central

Chennai International Airport

Guindy

Find Your Route