How long does it take from LIC to Ekkattuthangal by metro?

The journey from LIC to Ekkattuthangal takes approximately 31 minutes by Chennai Metro, covering 11.83 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from LIC to Ekkattuthangal?

The token fare from LIC to Ekkattuthangal is ₹30. With a smart card the fare is ₹24 (save ₹6). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹24.

Which platform at LIC for Ekkattuthangal?

At LIC, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Wimco Nagar Depot. Look for the electronic board showing "Wimco Nagar Depot".

What is the last train from LIC to Ekkattuthangal?

The last train from LIC towards Wimco Nagar Depot departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ekkattuthangal back towards LIC departs at 23:00.

How many stops from LIC to Ekkattuthangal?

There are 9 stops between LIC and Ekkattuthangal on the Blue Line. The stations are: LIC, Thousand Lights, AG – DMS, Teynampet, Nandanam, Saidapet, Little Mount, Guindy, Arignar Anna Alandur.

LIC To Ekkattuthangal

ShortestShortest Route

LIC

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Wimco Nagar Depot

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Thousand Lights

purple interchange

+2.88 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

AG – DMS

+5.76 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Little Mount

+17.24 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Guindy

suburban interchange

+20.12 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Arignar Anna Alandur

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated10.45 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Arignar Anna Alandur — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 1 Towards Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central

+5 min

Arignar Anna Alandur

blue interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Green LineTowards Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Ekkattuthangal

Arrive Platform 1·elevated1.38 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

11.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
LIC	05:00	23:00	Towards Wimco Nagar Depot
Ekkattuthangal	05:00	23:00	Towards LIC

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹30

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹24

Save ₹6 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹24

Save ₹6 per ride

Use your Chennai Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.60 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹80

Auto

₹172

Cab

₹310

Estimates for 11.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Blue Line

Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran CentralSt. Thomas Mount

Blue Line

Departure station

LIC

underground

LIC, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 07:00)

Zone 2 · 4 entry points

Key exits

LIC main road· LIC area♿

LIC bus stop· LIC area♿

LIC market side· LIC area♿

LIC parking side· LIC area♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Ekkattuthangal

elevated

Ekkattuthangal, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 07:00)

Zone 2 · 3 entry points

Key exits

Ekkattuthangal main road· Ekkattuthangal area♿

Ekkattuthangal bus stop· Ekkattuthangal area♿

Ekkattuthangal market side· Ekkattuthangal area♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

LIC To Ekkattuthangal

Route on the map

Journey at a glance

First & last trains

Fares & smart card

Travel green

Cost comparison

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

LIC

Ekkattuthangal