Chennai Metro Red Line: Route, map, latest updates

The Chennai Metro network is witnessing expansion with the construction of new corridor. The upcoming Line-5 or Red Line of Chennai Metro will provide connectivity between the northern and southern parts of the city. The route will start from Madhavaram in north and connect Sholinganallur in south. Spanning a length of 44.6 kilometre (km), the Chennai Metro Red Line will comprise 45 stations.

Click to read about the Chennai Metro Orange Line, which has an interchange facility with the Chennai Metro Red Line.

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Quick facts

Metro Line	Chennai Metro Red Line
Status	Under construction
Number of stations	45
Length	44.6 km
Train operating speed	80 km/h
Estimated project cost	$708.64
Operator	Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL)
Route	Madhavaram to Sholinganallur

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Construction and route details

The Chennai Metro Red Line construction is underway, with work commencing on one of the stretches. Construction of piers is also in progress. A total of 1,500 piers will be developed. Till date, 50 piers between Madhavaram and Koyambedu, 142 piers between Koyambedu and Ullagaram and 205 piers between Ullagaram and Elcot have been completed.

The first operational stretch of the Chennai Metro Red Line is the section from Madhavaram and Retteri, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2026. Track work and installation of overhead electrical equipment on this section will commence soon.

The Chennai Metro Red Line construction is being undertaken as part of the Chennai Metro Phase-2 project at an estimated cost of Rs 61,843 Cr.

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Stations

Metro station	Layout	Interchange
Madhavaram Milk Colony	Underground	Purple Line
Madhavaram Depot	At-grade
Assisi Nagar	Elevated
Manjambakkam	Elevated
Velumurugan Nahar	Elevated
Madhavaram Bus Terminus	Elevated
Shastri Nagar	Elevated
Retteri Junction	Elevated
Kolathur Junction	Underground
Srinivasa Nagar	Underground
Villivakkam	Underground
Villivakkam Bus Terminus	Underground
Villivakkam MTH Road	Underground
Anna Nagar West	Elevated
Thirumangalam	Elevated
Anna Nagar KV	Elevated
Koyambedu	Elevated	Green Line
Koyambedu Market	Elevated
Natesan Nagar	Elevated
Virugambakkam	Elevated
Alwarthirunagar	Elevated	Orange Line
Valasaravakkam	Elevated	Orange Line
Karambakkam	Elevated	Orange Line
Alapakkam Junction	Elevated	Orange Line
Mugalivakkam	Elevated
Ramapuram	Elevated
Manapakkam	Elevated
Chennai Trade Centre	Elevated
Butt Road	Elevated
Arinagar Anna Alandur	Elevated	Blue Line and Green Line
St. Thomas Mount	Elevated	Green Line
Adambakkam	Elevated
Vanuvampet	Elevated
Ullagaram	Elevated
Madipakkam	Elevated
Kilkattalai	Elevated
Echangadu	Elevated
Kovilambakkam	Elevated
Vellakkal	Elevated
Medavakkam 1	Elevated
Medavakkam 2	Elevated
Perumbakkam	Elevated
Classical Tamil Institute	Elevated
Elcot Park	Elevated
Sholinganallur	Elevated	Purple Line

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Proposed stations under Phase-2 extension  

Metro station	Layout
Padi Pudhu Nagar	Elevated
Park Road	Elevated
Golden Flats	Elevated
Wavin	Elevated
Ambattur Estate	Elevated
Dunlop	Elevated
Ambattur Railway Station	Elevated
Ambattur OT	Elevated
Stedeford Hospital	Elevated
Thirumullaivoyal	Elevated
Vaishnavi Nagar	Elevated
Murugappa College	Elevated
Avadi	Elevated
Hindu College	Elevated
Pattabiram	Elevated

 

Chennai Metro Red Line route map

Source: themetrorailguy.com

 

Source: chennaimetrorail

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Benefits

• Faster connectivity: The Chennai Metro Red Line will connect Madhavaram to Sholinganallur, providing faster connectivity to different localities along the corridor.
• Affordable transportation: The Chennai Metro Red Line will provide an affordable mode of transportation for commuters.
• Reduced traffic congestion: The metro corridor will significantly reduce traffic congestion, providing a sustainable mode of transportation. This will also facilitate the reduction of air pollution due to vehicles.
• Real estate growth: The upcoming Metro Line-5 in Chennai will result in significant growth of commercial and residential properties along the corridor.
• Boost economic activities: Chennai Metro Line-5 will increase commercial activities, which will create jobs and economic growth.

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Features

• Elevated stations: The Chennai Metro Red Line is comprised mostly of elevated stations.
• Underground stations: Six stations on the Chennai Metro Red Line are built using the cut-and-cover method.
• Automatic train operation (ATO): The Chennai Metro Line-5 will use the Automatic Train Operation (ATO).
• Passenger information system: The Red Line station will be equipped with a passenger information system, which will provide information about train arrival time, fare, depot station, etc.
• Facilities for the differently abled: The stations will be equipped with wheelchair ramps and other facilities.
• Other facilities: The stations will have modern features, including elevators, escalators, and food outlets.

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Real estate impact

The Chennai Metro Red Line is expected to boost connectivity in the city as it will link prominent residential and commercial localities as well as educational hubs.

• The Red Line will provide easy access for those commuting from different parts of the city.
• Owing to the upcoming infrastructure project, the areas along the corridor will see increased demand for residential and commercial real estate.
• With an increased demand for properties, property prices are expected to witness an increase.
• Due to the accessibility to the metro, these areas are also expected to see increased demand for rented properties, leading to an increase in rent.

 

Chennai Metro Red Line: Contact information

Address: CMRL Depot, Poonamallee High Road, Koyambedu, Chennai, Tamil Nadu-600107

Phone Number: 044-23792000

E-mail address: [email protected]

 

Housing.com News Viewpoint

The upcoming Chennai Metro Line-5, known as the Chennai Metro Red Line, will provide a convenient mode of transportation to residents. Connecting various localities along its route from Madhavaram to Sholinganallur, the Chennai Metro Red Line will significantly reduce commuting time. One can visit the official CMRL website at chennaimetrorail.org for more information.

 

FAQs

How many metro lines are there in Chennai?

Chennai Metro has two operational lines, the Blue Line and Green Line. The upcoming metro lines in Chennai include Purple Line, Orange Line and Red Line.

How many stations does Chennai Metro Line-5 have?

There are 45 stations on the Chennai Metro Line-5.

What is the status of Chennai Metro Line-5?

The construction of Chennai Metro Line-5 or Red Line is in progress.

What is the purple metro line in Chennai?

The Chennai Metro Purple Line will connect Madhavaram Milk Colony and Siruset Sipcot 2.

What is the estimated cost of the Chennai Metro Red Line project?

The Chennai Metro Red Line is being developed at an estimated cost of Rs 61,843 Cr.

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