The Chennai Metro Blue Line is part of the project’s Phase 1. Covering 26 stations, this line has changed the way Chennai commutes. An interchange station, this line connects with the Chennai Metro Green Line.
Chennai Metro Blue Line: Key Facts
| Line | Blue |
| Length | 44 km |
| Stations | 26 |
| Terminal stations | Wimco Nagar Depot and Chennai International Airport |
| Interchange stations | MGR Central (Chennai Central) and Arignar Anna Alandur |
Chennai Metro Blue Line: Route
| Wimco Nagar Depot |
| Wimco Nagar |
| Tiruvottriyur |
| Tiruvottriyur Theradi |
| Kaladipet |
| Toll Gate |
| New Washermanpet |
| Tondiarpet |
| Sir Theagaraya College |
| Washermanpet |
| Mannadi |
| High Court |
| MGR Central (Chennai Central) |
| Government Estate |
| LIC |
| Thousand Lights |
| AG DMS |
| Teynampet |
| Nandanam |
| Saidapet |
| Little Mount |
| Guindy |
| Arignar Anna Alandur |
| Nanganallur Road |
| Meenambakkam |
| Chennai International Airport |
Chennai Metro: Route Map
Chennai Metro Blue Line: Extension
In November 2022, the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA), the nodal authority for the implementation of transportation projects in the city, approved the proposed 15.3-km metro line, connecting Chennai Airport and Kilambakkam. The Chennai Airport-Kilambakkam Blue Line is an extension of the already operational line between Washermenpet and Chennai Airport. Estimated at Rs 4,080 crore, the new line will run through important locations in the southern suburbs with 12 stations. These will include Pallavaram, Kothandam Nagar, Chromepet, Mahalakshmi Colony, Thiru Vi Ka Nagar, Tambaram, Irumbuliyur, Peerkankaranai, Perungalathur, Vandalur, Arignar Anna Zoo and Kilambakkam Bus Terminus.
Chennai Metro Blue Line: Impact on Real Estate
By connecting key areas of the city, the Chennai Metro Blue Line has provided a major boost to real estate in adjoining areas. Thanks to the metro’s growing network, property prices have increased by 30-40% for flats and apartments and 20-35% for land. In the past decade, Guindy, a key station on the Chennai Metro Blue Line, has seen the highest price appreciation of 35% in property rates, industry data show.
According to the developers’ body, CREDAI, prime locations in north Chennai, including Madhavaram and its peripheral areas, Sholinganallur to Siruseri and beyond, Poonamalle to Mount Poonamalee and Porur, have witnessed a 20-40% increase in value in the past decade.
FAQs
When was the Chennai Metro project approved?
The government approved the Chennai Metro Rail project on June 15, 2016.
How many stations are there on the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
There are 26 stations on the Chennai Metro Blue Line.
Which are the interchange stations on the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
MGR Central (Chennai Central) and Arignar Anna Alandur are the interchange stations on the Chennai Metro Blue Line.
What is the length of the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
Chennai Metro Blue Line is 44 km long.
Which are the terminal stations on the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
Wimco Nagar Depot and Chennai International Airport are the terminal stations on the Chennai Metro Blue Line.
What is the fare of the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
(a) 1 Station: Token fare - Rs 10, Smart card fare - Rs 9
(b) 2 Stations: Token fare - Rs 20, Smart card fare - Rs 18
(c) 3 Stations: Token fare - Rs 30, Smart card fare - Rs 27
(d) 4 to 8 stations: Token fare - Rs 40, Smart card fare - Rs 36
(e) 9 to 13 station: Token fare - Rs 50, Smart card fare - Rs 45
(f) More than 13: Token fare - Rs 60, Smart card fare - Rs 54
What are the Chennai Metro Blue Line timings?
The Chennai Metro Blue Line operates on all days based on the following timings:
(a) Wimco Nagar Depot - First train: 4:59 AM Last train: 11:02 PM
(b) Airport - First train: 5:01 AM Last train: 11:01 PM
What is the train frequency on the Chennai Metro Blue Line?
The train frequency on the Chennai Metro Blue Line is 6 minutes during peak hours and 9 minutes during non-peak hours.
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