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🚆 Chennai Metro: Government Estate to Koyambedu

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Government Estate to Koyambedu without any interchange. This direct route covers 11 km in approximately 21 minutes across 11 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Government Estate station has been operational since 2018. Koyambedu station opened in 2015.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Government Estate to Koyambedu. 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: ~21 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (3 min)
2

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: egmore (0 min)
3

Egmore

Green Line
→ Next: nehru_park (2 min)
4

Nehru Park

Green Line
→ Next: kilpauk_medical_college (1 min)
5

Kilpauk Medical College

Green Line
→ Next: pachaiyappa_college (2 min)
6

Pachaiyappa College

Green Line
→ Next: shenoy_nagar (1 min)
7

Shenoy Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_east (1 min)
8

Anna Nagar East

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_tower (2 min)
9

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (1 min)
10

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: koyambedu (2 min)
11

Koyambedu

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Government Estate → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → Egmore

📏 Distance: 0.43 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
3

Egmore → Nehru Park

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Nehru Park → Kilpauk Medical College

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Kilpauk Medical College → Pachaiyappa College

📏 Distance: 1.43 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Pachaiyappa College → Shenoy Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.61 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Shenoy Nagar → Anna Nagar East

📏 Distance: 0.90 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Anna Nagar East → Anna Nagar Tower

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Anna Nagar Tower → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Thirumangalam → Koyambedu

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Government Estate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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

💡 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 Government Estate to Koyambedu on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 11 stations on this route, covering 11 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Government Estate?
A: The first metro from Government Estate 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 Government Estate to Koyambedu by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 21 minutes under normal conditions, covering 11 km across 11 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Government Estate to Koyambedu?
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 Government Estate to Koyambedu drops from INR 30 to INR 24.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Government Estate metro station?
A: Government Estate is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2018.

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Government Estate to Koyambedu is a 11 km, 21-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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