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🚆 Chennai Metro: Thousand Lights to Little Mount

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Thousand Lights to Little Mount without any interchange. This direct route covers 6 km in approximately 12 minutes across 6 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

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

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Thousand Lights to Little 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

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~12 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (3 min)
2

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
3

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (1 min)
4

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (3 min)
5

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
6

Little Mount

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Thousand Lights → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

AG-DMS → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Teynampet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Nandanam → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Saidapet → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Thousand Lights

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

AG-DMS

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Teynampet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nandanam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Saidapet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Little Mount

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 Thousand Lights to Little Mount on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 6 stations on this route, covering 6 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Thousand Lights?
A: The first metro from Thousand Lights 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 Thousand Lights to Little Mount by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 12 minutes under normal conditions, covering 6 km across 6 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Thousand Lights to Little Mount?
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 Thousand Lights to Little Mount drops from INR 30 to INR 24.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Thousand Lights to Little Mount is a 6 km, 12-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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