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🚆 Chennai Metro: Egmore to Vadapalani

The Green Line of the Chennai Metro connects Egmore to Vadapalani without any interchange. This direct route covers 12 km in approximately 23 minutes across 12 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

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

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Egmore to Vadapalani. 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: ~23 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Egmore

Green Line
→ Next: nehru_park (2 min)
2

Nehru Park

Green Line
→ Next: kilpauk_medical_college (1 min)
3

Kilpauk Medical College

Green Line
→ Next: pachaiyappa_college (2 min)
4

Pachaiyappa College

Green Line
→ Next: shenoy_nagar (1 min)
5

Shenoy Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_east (1 min)
6

Anna Nagar East

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_tower (2 min)
7

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (1 min)
8

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: koyambedu (2 min)
9

Koyambedu

Green Line
→ Next: cmbt (1 min)
10

CMBT

Green Line
→ Next: arumbakkam (2 min)
11

Arumbakkam

Green Line
→ Next: vadapalani (2 min)
12

Vadapalani

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Egmore → Nehru Park

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Nehru Park → Kilpauk Medical College

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Kilpauk Medical College → Pachaiyappa College

📏 Distance: 1.43 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Pachaiyappa College → Shenoy Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.61 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Shenoy Nagar → Anna Nagar East

📏 Distance: 0.90 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Anna Nagar East → Anna Nagar Tower

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Anna Nagar Tower → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Thirumangalam → Koyambedu

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Koyambedu → Cmbt

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

CMBT → Arumbakkam

📏 Distance: 1.33 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Arumbakkam → Vadapalani

📏 Distance: 1.26 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Egmore

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nehru Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kilpauk Medical College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Shenoy Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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

💡 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 Egmore to Vadapalani on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 12 stations on this route, covering 12 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Egmore?
A: The first metro from Egmore 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 Egmore to Vadapalani by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 23 minutes under normal conditions, covering 12 km across 12 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Egmore to Vadapalani?
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 Egmore to Vadapalani drops from INR 30 to INR 24.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Egmore to Vadapalani is a 12 km, 23-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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