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🚆 Chennai Metro: Tondiarpet to Saidapet

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Tondiarpet to Saidapet without any interchange. This direct route covers 16 km in approximately 31 minutes across 13 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Tondiarpet station has been operational since 2021. Saidapet station opened in 2018.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Tondiarpet to Saidapet. 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: ~31 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 40
🎟️ Discounted: INR 32
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Tondiarpet

Blue Line
→ Next: sir_theagaraya_college (1 min)
2

Sir Theagaraya College

Blue Line
→ Next: washermanpet (2 min)
3

Washermanpet

Blue Line
→ Next: mannadi (2 min)
4

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (1 min)
5

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (4 min)
6

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (3 min)
7

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (1 min)
8

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (2 min)
9

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (3 min)
10

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
11

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (1 min)
12

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (3 min)
13

Saidapet

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Tondiarpet → Sir Theagaraya College

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Sir Theagaraya College → Washermanpet

📏 Distance: 1.10 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Washermanpet → Mannadi

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Mannadi → High Court

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

High Court → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 2.41 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
6

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Government Estate → Lic

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

LIC → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Thousand Lights → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

AG-DMS → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Teynampet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Nandanam → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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
🚉

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

💡 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 Tondiarpet to Saidapet on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 16 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Tondiarpet?
A: The first metro from Tondiarpet 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 Tondiarpet to Saidapet by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 31 minutes under normal conditions, covering 16 km across 13 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Tondiarpet to Saidapet?
A: The standard token fare is INR 40. With a smart card, you pay INR 32 (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 Tondiarpet to Saidapet drops from INR 40 to INR 32.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Tondiarpet to Saidapet is a 16 km, 31-minute journey with no line change. At INR 40 (or INR 32 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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