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🚆 Chennai Metro: Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights
The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights without any interchange. This direct route covers 232 km in approximately 464 minutes across 10 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Meenambakkam station has been operational since 2016. 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 Meenambakkam 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
💰 Fare Information
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
Meenambakkam
Blue LineNanganallur Road
Blue LineArignar Anna Alandur
Blue LineGuindy
Blue LineLittle Mount
Blue LineSaidapet
Blue LineNandanam
Blue LineTeynampet
Blue LineAG-DMS
Blue LineThousand Lights
Blue Line📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
Meenambakkam → Nanganallur Road
Nanganallur Road → Arignar Anna Alandur
Arignar Anna Alandur → Guindy
Guindy → Little Mount
Little Mount → Saidapet
Saidapet → Nandanam
Nandanam → Teynampet
Teynampet → Ag Dms
AG-DMS → Thousand Lights
🏢 Station Facilities
Meenambakkam
Nanganallur Road
Arignar Anna Alandur
Guindy
Little Mount
Saidapet
Nandanam
Teynampet
AG-DMS
Thousand Lights
💡 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 Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 232 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.
Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Meenambakkam?
A: The first metro from Meenambakkam 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 Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 464 minutes under normal conditions, covering 232 km across 10 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights?
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 Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights drops from INR 50 to INR 40.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Meenambakkam metro station?
A: Meenambakkam is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2016.
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 Meenambakkam to Thousand Lights is a 232 km, 464-minute journey with no line change. At INR 50 (or INR 40 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.
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