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🚆 Chennai Metro: Guindy to LIC

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Guindy to LIC without any interchange. This direct route covers 9 km in approximately 17 minutes across 8 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

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

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Guindy to LIC. 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: ~17 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
2

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (2 min)
3

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (3 min)
4

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
5

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (1 min)
6

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (3 min)
7

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (2 min)
8

LIC

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Guindy → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Little Mount → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Saidapet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Nandanam → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Teynampet → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

AG-DMS → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Thousand Lights → Lic

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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

💡 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 Guindy to LIC on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 8 stations on this route, covering 9 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Guindy?
A: The first metro from Guindy 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 Guindy to LIC by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 17 minutes under normal conditions, covering 9 km across 8 stations.

Fare & Tickets

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

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at LIC metro station?
A: LIC offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Guindy to LIC is a 9 km, 17-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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