🚆 Chennai Metro: Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount
The Chennai Metro journey from Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount involves an interchange at Arignar Anna Alandur — from the Blue Line to the Green Line. Total distance is 133 km with an estimated travel time of 265 minutes across 20 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Green Line at Arignar Anna Alandur. Kaladipet station has been operational since 2021. St. Thomas Mount station opened in 2016.
🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide
Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount. 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
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First Train:
6:00 AM
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Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~265 minutes
💰 Fare Information
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Standard:
INR 50
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Discounted:
INR 40
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Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Kaladipet
Blue Line
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Next:
toll_gate
(1 min)
2
Toll Gate
Blue Line
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Next:
new_washermanpet
(2 min)
3
New Washermanpet
Blue Line
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Next:
tondiarpet
(2 min)
4
Tondiarpet
Blue Line
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Next:
sir_theagaraya_college
(1 min)
5
Sir Theagaraya College
Blue Line
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Next:
washermanpet
(2 min)
6
Washermanpet
Blue Line
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Next:
mannadi
(2 min)
7
Mannadi
Blue Line
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Next:
high_court
(1 min)
8
High Court
Blue Line
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Next:
mgr_central_chennai_central
(4 min)
9
MGR Central (Chennai Central)
Blue Line
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Next:
government_estate
(3 min)
10
Government Estate
Blue Line
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Next:
lic
(1 min)
11
LIC
Blue Line
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Next:
thousand_lights
(2 min)
12
Thousand Lights
Blue Line
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Next:
ag_dms
(3 min)
13
AG-DMS
Blue Line
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Next:
teynampet
(1 min)
14
Teynampet
Blue Line
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Next:
nandanam
(1 min)
15
Nandanam
Blue Line
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Next:
saidapet
(3 min)
16
Saidapet
Blue Line
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Next:
little_mount
(2 min)
17
Little Mount
Blue Line
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Next:
guindy
(2 min)
18
Guindy
Blue Line
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Next:
arignar_anna_alandur
(2 min)
19
Arignar Anna Alandur
Blue Line
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Terminal Station
20
Arignar Anna Alandur
Green Line
→
Next:
st_thomas_mount
(220 min)
21
St. Thomas Mount
Green Line
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Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
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Distance:
0.92 km
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Time:
1 min
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Distance:
1.01 km
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Time:
2 min
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Distance:
1.32 km
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Time:
2 min
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Distance:
0.87 km
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Time:
1 min
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Distance:
1.10 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
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Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.87 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.41 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.71 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.07 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.90 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
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Distance:
0.83 km
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Time:
1 min
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Distance:
0.88 km
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Time:
1 min
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Distance:
1.66 km
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Time:
3 min
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Distance:
1.11 km
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Time:
2 min
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Distance:
1.30 km
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Time:
2 min
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Distance:
1.38 km
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Time:
2 min
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Distance:
110.20 km
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Time:
220 min
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Transfer:
Green Line
🏢 Station Facilities
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💡 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 Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 20 stations on this route, covering 133 km. You need to change trains at Arignar Anna Alandur.
Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Kaladipet?
A: The first metro from Kaladipet 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 Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 265 minutes under normal conditions, covering 133 km across 20 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount?
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 Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount drops from INR 50 to INR 40.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Kaladipet metro station?
A: Kaladipet is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2021.
Q: What facilities are available at St. Thomas Mount metro station?
A: St. Thomas Mount offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2016.
🏁 Conclusion
The Chennai Metro route from Kaladipet to St. Thomas Mount is a 133 km, 265-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.