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🚆 Chennai Metro: Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College

The Chennai Metro journey from Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College involves an interchange at M.G.Ramachandran Central — from the Blue Line to the Green Line. Total distance is 12 km with an estimated travel time of 25 minutes across 12 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Green Line at M.G.Ramachandran Central. Toll Gate station has been operational since 2021. Pachaiyappa's College station opened in 2017.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College. 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: 04:58 AM
🌙 Last Train: 09:58 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~25 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 35
🎟️ Discounted: INR 31
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Toll Gate

Blue Line
→ Next: new_washermanpet (2 min)
2

New Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: tondiarpet (2 min)
3

Tondiarpet

Blue Line
→ Next: sir_theagaraya_college (1 min)
4

Sir Theagaraya College

Blue Line
→ Next: washermanpet (2 min)
5

Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: mannadi (2 min)
6

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (1 min)
7

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central (2 min)
8

M.G.Ramachandran Central

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
9

M.G.Ramachandran Central

Green Line
→ Next: egmore (2 min)
10

Egmore

Green Line
→ Next: nehru_park (2 min)
11

Nehru Park

Green Line
→ Next: kilpauk_medical_college (1 min)
12

Kilpauk Medical College

Green Line
→ Next: pachaiyappas_college (2 min)
13

Pachaiyappa's College

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Toll Gate → New Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

New Washermanpet → Tondiarpet

📏 Distance: 1.32 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Tondiarpet → Sir Theagaraya College

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Sir Theagaraya College → Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.10 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Washermanpet → Mannadi

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Mannadi → High Court

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

High Court → Mgr Central

📏 Distance: 1.47 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

M.G.Ramachandran Central → Egmore

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
10

Egmore → Nehru Park

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Nehru Park → Kilpauk Medical College

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Kilpauk Medical College → Pachaiyappas College

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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
🚉

M.G.Ramachandran Central

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Egmore

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nehru Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kilpauk Medical College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Pachaiyappa's College

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 Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 12 stations on this route, covering 12 km. You need to change trains at M.G.Ramachandran Central.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Toll Gate?
A: The first metro from Toll Gate departs at 04:58 AM and the last train is at 09:58 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 25 minutes under normal conditions, covering 12 km across 12 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College?
A: The standard token fare is INR 35. With a smart card, you pay INR 31 (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 Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College drops from INR 35 to INR 31.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Pachaiyappa's College metro station?
A: Pachaiyappa's College offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2017.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Toll Gate to Pachaiyappa's College is a 12 km, 25-minute journey with one interchange at M.G.Ramachandran Central. At INR 35 (or INR 31 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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