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🚆 Chennai Metro: LIC to Toll Gate

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects LIC to Toll Gate without any interchange. This direct route covers 12 km in approximately 23 minutes across 10 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. LIC station has been operational since 2018. Toll Gate station opened in 2021.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from LIC to Toll Gate. 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: ~23 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (1 min)
2

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (3 min)
3

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (4 min)
4

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mannadi (1 min)
5

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: washermanpet (2 min)
6

Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: sir_theagaraya_college (2 min)
7

Sir Theagaraya College

Blue Line
→ Next: tondiarpet (1 min)
8

Tondiarpet

Blue Line
→ Next: new_washermanpet (2 min)
9

New Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: toll_gate (2 min)
10

Toll Gate

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

LIC → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Government Estate → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → High Court

📏 Distance: 2.41 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
4

High Court → Mannadi

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Mannadi → Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Washermanpet → Sir Theagaraya College

📏 Distance: 1.10 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Sir Theagaraya College → Tondiarpet

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Tondiarpet → New Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.32 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

New Washermanpet → Toll Gate

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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

💡 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 LIC to Toll Gate on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 12 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from LIC?
A: The first metro from LIC 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 LIC to Toll Gate by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 23 minutes under normal conditions, covering 12 km across 10 stations.

Fare & Tickets

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

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from LIC to Toll Gate is a 12 km, 23-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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