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🚆 Chennai Metro: Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar

The Chennai Metro journey from Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar involves an interchange at Arignar Anna Alandur — from the Green Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 28 km with an estimated travel time of 55 minutes across 23 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. Ekkattuthangal station has been operational since 2015. Wimco Nagar station opened in 2021.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar. 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: ~55 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Ekkattuthangal

Green Line
→ Next: arignar_anna_alandur (2 min)
2

Arignar Anna Alandur

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station
3

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
4

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
5

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (2 min)
6

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (3 min)
7

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
8

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (1 min)
9

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (3 min)
10

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (2 min)
11

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (1 min)
12

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (3 min)
13

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (4 min)
14

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mannadi (1 min)
15

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: washermanpet (2 min)
16

Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: sir_theagaraya_college (2 min)
17

Sir Theagaraya College

Blue Line
→ Next: tondiarpet (1 min)
18

Tondiarpet

Blue Line
→ Next: new_washermanpet (2 min)
19

New Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: toll_gate (2 min)
20

Toll Gate

Blue Line
→ Next: kaladipet (1 min)
21

Kaladipet

Blue Line
→ Next: thiruvottriyur_theradi (2 min)
22

Thiruvottriyur Theradi

Blue Line
→ Next: thiruvottriyur (2 min)
23

Thiruvottriyur

Blue Line
→ Next: wimco_nagar (2 min)
24

Wimco Nagar

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Ekkattuthangal → Arignar Anna Alandur

📏 Distance: 1.44 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Arignar Anna Alandur → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
4

Guindy → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Little Mount → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Saidapet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Nandanam → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Teynampet → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

AG-DMS → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Thousand Lights → Lic

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

LIC → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Government Estate → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → High Court

📏 Distance: 2.41 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
14

High Court → Mannadi

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
15

Mannadi → Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Washermanpet → Sir Theagaraya College

📏 Distance: 1.10 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
17

Sir Theagaraya College → Tondiarpet

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
18

Tondiarpet → New Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.32 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
19

New Washermanpet → Toll Gate

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
20

Toll Gate → Kaladipet

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
21

Kaladipet → Thiruvottriyur Theradi

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
22

Thiruvottriyur Theradi → Thiruvottriyur

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
23

Thiruvottriyur → Wimco Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.08 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Ekkattuthangal

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

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
🚉

High Court

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mannadi

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Washermanpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sir Theagaraya College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Tondiarpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

New Washermanpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Toll Gate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kaladipet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Wimco Nagar

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 Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 23 stations on this route, covering 28 km. You need to change trains at Arignar Anna Alandur.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Ekkattuthangal?
A: The first metro from Ekkattuthangal 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 Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 55 minutes under normal conditions, covering 28 km across 23 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar?
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 Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar drops from INR 50 to INR 40.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Wimco Nagar metro station?
A: Wimco Nagar offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2021.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Ekkattuthangal to Wimco Nagar is a 28 km, 55-minute journey with one interchange at Arignar Anna Alandur. At INR 50 (or INR 40 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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