Chennai Metro Route Map
Complete route map of all Chennai Metro lines for easy navigation and trip planning.
Pioneering urban mobility in Chennai — your complete guide to CMRL's network, lines, infrastructure, and its transformative impact on the city.
Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, is a vibrant metropolis that combines modernity with rich cultural legacy. Nestled along the Coromandel Coast, the Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) is a shining example of innovation, transforming urban transportation. The project was approved in 2007 and the first section opened in June 2015.
Chennai Metro currently operates two lines, each distinguished by unique color coding. These lines interconnect different parts of Chennai, making travel convenient and efficient across the city.
Wimco Nagar Depot to Chennai International Airport — 32.6 km covering 26 stations. Connects key areas like Central Railway Station, Anna Nagar East, CMBT Koyambedu, Vadapalani, and Alandur.
Chennai Central to St. Thomas Mount — 22 km covering 17 stations. Connects Government Estate, Egmore, Saidapet, Guindy, and Alandur interchange.
Complete route map of all Chennai Metro lines for easy navigation and trip planning.
Quick reference for all Chennai Metro lines with their lengths, stations, and routes.
| Metro Line | Length (KM) | Stations | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 32.6 | 26 | Wimco Nagar Depot – Chennai International Airport |
| Green | 22 | 17 | Chennai Central – St Thomas Mount |
Chennai Metro Rail incorporates world-class infrastructure and modern design principles to deliver a safe, comfortable, and efficient transit experience.
Contemporary stations blending functionality with aesthetic appeal for large passenger volumes.
Ramps, elevators, tactile paths, and designated spaces for people with disabilities.
Comfortable environment for passengers in Chennai's hot and humid climate.
Emergency intercoms, CCTV surveillance, and emergency buttons for passenger safety.
Smart card systems, digital ticketing via mobile apps, and real-time schedule updates.
Chennai Metro is set to expand significantly under Phase 2, extending connectivity to more areas and improving urban mobility across the metropolitan region.
Blue Line extension from Airport to Poonamallee, expanding coverage to western Chennai and improving connectivity to residential and commercial zones.
Green Line extension to serve additional neighborhoods, bridging gaps in north-south connectivity and reaching underserved communities.
Phase 2 lines covering more areas of Chennai, including corridors to Madhavaram, Sholinganallur, and SIPCOT, transforming the city's transit landscape.
Chennai Metro Rail has brought transformative changes to the city's urban fabric, influencing mobility, economy, real estate, and daily life.
Metro corridors stimulate property values and attract commercial investments, driving growth in residential and retail sectors along transit routes.
Jobs generated during construction and ongoing operations, benefiting skilled and unskilled workers across multiple sectors.
Improved connectivity to education, employment, healthcare, and commercial hubs, making daily commutes faster and more reliable for millions.
Encourages public transport use, reducing emissions and congestion on Chennai's busy roads and arterial corridors.
Inclusive design ensuring everyone can use metro services, with features catering to elderly passengers, children, and persons with disabilities.
Beautification and modernization of neighborhoods along metro routes, fostering civic pride and improved quality of life for residents.
While Chennai Metro has achieved significant milestones, several challenges remain as the network scales to meet the city's growing needs.
Integrating feeder buses, auto-rickshaws, and pedestrian infrastructure to bridge the gap between metro stations and final destinations.
Seamless connectivity with suburban rail, MTC buses, and other transit modes for a unified multi-modal transport experience.
Increasing daily ridership and exploring sustainable revenue models through transit-oriented development and commercial opportunities.
Completing Phase 2 corridors on schedule while managing land acquisition, environmental clearances, and construction in a dense urban environment.
Implementing smart transit solutions including contactless payments, AI-based crowd management, and real-time passenger information systems.
Quick answers to common questions about traveling on Chennai Metro Rail.
