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🚆 Chennai Metro: Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal

The Chennai Metro journey from Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal involves an interchange at M.G.Ramachandran Central — from the Blue Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 23 km with an estimated travel time of 47 minutes across 21 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at M.G.Ramachandran Central. Tiruvottriyur Theradi station has been operational since 2021. Ekkattuthangal station opened in 2015.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal. 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: 04:55 AM
🌙 Last Train: 09:55 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~47 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 45
🎟️ Discounted: INR 40
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Tiruvottriyur Theradi

Blue Line
→ Next: kaladipet (2 min)
2

Kaladipet

Blue Line
→ Next: toll_gate (1 min)
3

Toll Gate

Blue Line
→ Next: new_washermanpet (2 min)
4

New Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: tondiarpet (2 min)
5

Tondiarpet

Blue Line
→ Next: sir_theagaraya_college (1 min)
6

Sir Theagaraya College

Blue Line
→ Next: washermanpet (2 min)
7

Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: mannadi (2 min)
8

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (1 min)
9

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central (2 min)
10

M.G.Ramachandran Central

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
11

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (1 min)
12

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (2 min)
13

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (3 min)
14

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
15

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (1 min)
16

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (3 min)
17

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
18

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
19

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: arignar_anna_alandur (2 min)
20

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
21

Arignar Anna Alandur

Green Line
→ Next: ekkattuthangal (2 min)
22

Ekkattuthangal

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Tiruvottriyur Theradi → Kaladipet

📏 Distance: 1.05 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Kaladipet → Toll Gate

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Toll Gate → New Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

New Washermanpet → Tondiarpet

📏 Distance: 1.32 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Tondiarpet → Sir Theagaraya College

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Sir Theagaraya College → Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.10 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Washermanpet → Mannadi

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Mannadi → High Court

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

High Court → Mgr Central

📏 Distance: 1.47 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Government Estate → Lic

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

LIC → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Thousand Lights → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
14

AG-DMS → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
15

Teynampet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Nandanam → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
17

Saidapet → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Little Mount → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
19

Guindy → Arignar Anna Alandur

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
21

Arignar Anna Alandur → Ekkattuthangal

📏 Distance: 1.44 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Tiruvottriyur Theradi

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kaladipet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Toll Gate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

New Washermanpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Tondiarpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sir Theagaraya College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Washermanpet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mannadi

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

High Court

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

M.G.Ramachandran Central

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Government Estate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

LIC

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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
🚉

Guindy

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Ekkattuthangal

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 Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 21 stations on this route, covering 23 km. You need to change trains at M.G.Ramachandran Central.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Tiruvottriyur Theradi?
A: The first metro from Tiruvottriyur Theradi departs at 04:55 AM and the last train is at 09:55 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 47 minutes under normal conditions, covering 23 km across 21 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal?
A: The standard token fare is INR 45. 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 Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal drops from INR 45 to INR 40.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Tiruvottriyur Theradi metro station?
A: Tiruvottriyur Theradi is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2021.

Q: What facilities are available at Ekkattuthangal metro station?
A: Ekkattuthangal offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2015.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Tiruvottriyur Theradi to Ekkattuthangal is a 23 km, 47-minute journey with one interchange at M.G.Ramachandran Central. At INR 45 (or INR 40 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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