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🚆 Chennai Metro: Koyambedu to Thousand Lights

The Green Line of the Chennai Metro connects Koyambedu to Thousand Lights without any interchange. This direct route covers 13 km in approximately 25 minutes across 13 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

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

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Koyambedu to Thousand Lights. 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: ~25 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 40
🎟️ Discounted: INR 32
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Koyambedu

Green Line
→ Next: thirumangalam (2 min)
2

Thirumangalam

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_tower (1 min)
3

Anna Nagar Tower

Green Line
→ Next: anna_nagar_east (2 min)
4

Anna Nagar East

Green Line
→ Next: shenoy_nagar (1 min)
5

Shenoy Nagar

Green Line
→ Next: pachaiyappa_college (1 min)
6

Pachaiyappa College

Green Line
→ Next: kilpauk_medical_college (2 min)
7

Kilpauk Medical College

Green Line
→ Next: nehru_park (1 min)
8

Nehru Park

Green Line
→ Next: egmore (2 min)
9

Egmore

Green Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (0 min)
10

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (3 min)
11

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (1 min)
12

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (2 min)
13

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Koyambedu → Thirumangalam

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Thirumangalam → Anna Nagar Tower

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Anna Nagar Tower → Anna Nagar East

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Anna Nagar East → Shenoy Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.90 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Shenoy Nagar → Pachaiyappa College

📏 Distance: 0.61 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Pachaiyappa College → Kilpauk Medical College

📏 Distance: 1.43 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Kilpauk Medical College → Nehru Park

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Nehru Park → Egmore

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Egmore → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 0.43 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
10

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
11

Government Estate → Lic

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

LIC → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Koyambedu

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thirumangalam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Anna Nagar Tower

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Anna Nagar East

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Shenoy Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kilpauk Medical College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nehru Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Egmore

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Government Estate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

LIC

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thousand Lights

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 Koyambedu to Thousand Lights on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 13 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Koyambedu?
A: The first metro from Koyambedu 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 Koyambedu to Thousand Lights by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 25 minutes under normal conditions, covering 13 km across 13 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Koyambedu to Thousand Lights?
A: The standard token fare is INR 40. With a smart card, you pay INR 32 (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 Koyambedu to Thousand Lights drops from INR 40 to INR 32.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Koyambedu to Thousand Lights is a 13 km, 25-minute journey with no line change. At INR 40 (or INR 32 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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