Chennai Metro Fare Calculator 2026
Find the exact Chennai Metro fare between any two of 41 stations. Get token, QR and smart-card prices, the distance, number of stops and estimated travel time — instantly, across all 2 lines.
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How Chennai Metro fares work
Chennai Metro uses a distance-based fare system with 6 slabs. The price of your trip depends on how far you travel between your boarding and alighting stations, not on the number of interchanges. Single-journey tokens and QR tickets cost a little more than travelling with a stored-value smart card, and several networks offer an additional discount when you travel during off-peak hours. Fares start at ₹10 and rise to a maximum of ₹50.
Chennai Metro fare chart 2026
| Distance | Token / QR | Smart card | Off-peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–2 km | ₹10 | ₹8 | ₹8 |
| 2–5 km | ₹20 | ₹16 | ₹16 |
| 5–12 km | ₹30 | ₹24 | ₹24 |
| 12–21 km | ₹40 | ₹32 | ₹32 |
| 21–32 km | ₹50 | ₹40 | ₹40 |
| Over 32 km | ₹50 | ₹40 | ₹40 |
Frequently asked questions
What are Chennai Metro operating hours?▾
Chennai Metro generally operates from about 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM on the Blue and Green lines. Exact first and last train timings can vary by terminal and day, so check CMRL notices before very early or late travel.
What is the Chennai Metro fare?▾
Chennai Metro fares are distance based. The regular fare starts around ₹10 and the maximum fare is around ₹50. Digital tickets and NCMC products may receive discounts depending on CMRL rules and offers.
How many stations does Chennai Metro have?▾
This dataset includes 41 unique Chennai Metro station records across the Blue and Green lines. Blue Line has 26 station records and Green Line has 17 station records, with Central and Alandur counted once as interchange stations in the network total.
Which Chennai Metro line goes to the airport?▾
Chennai International Airport is served by the Blue Line. The corridor runs toward Wimco Nagar Depot through Nanganallur Road, Alandur, Guindy, Saidapet, LIC, Central, High Court, Washermanpet and Wimco Nagar.
Where can I change between Blue and Green lines?▾
Use Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central in the city core or Arignar Anna Alandur in south Chennai for Blue Line and Green Line interchange.
Does Chennai Metro connect to Chennai Central?▾
Yes. Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central is an underground interchange station served by both Blue and Green lines, with access to Chennai Central railway station, Moore Market and Park Town connections.
Does Chennai Metro connect to CMBT?▾
Yes. Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT on the Green Line serves the Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus area at Koyambedu.
Can I use QR tickets or smart cards on Chennai Metro?▾
CMRL supports QR tickets, NCMC products including Singara Chennai card, and other digital ticketing options where enabled. Availability and discounts can change by channel.
Which are the busiest interchange stations in Chennai Metro?▾
Central and Alandur are the primary Blue-Green interchange stations. Central is also important for long-distance rail, suburban rail and MRTS connections, while Alandur helps airport-side transfers.
Is Chennai Metro Phase 2 included?▾
This dataset focuses on operational Blue and Green Line stations. Phase 2 corridors such as Purple, Yellow and Red are under construction or upcoming and are referenced only as future interchange notes.