How long does it take from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT by metro?

The journey from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT takes approximately 40 minutes by Chennai Metro, covering 16.02 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT?

The token fare from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹32 (save ₹8). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Thousand Lights for Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT?

At Thousand Lights, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Wimco Nagar Depot. Look for the electronic board showing "Wimco Nagar Depot".

What is the last train from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT?

The last train from Thousand Lights towards Wimco Nagar Depot departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT back towards Thousand Lights departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Thousand Lights to Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT?

There are 12 stops between Thousand Lights and Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT on the Blue Line. The stations are: Thousand Lights, AG – DMS, Teynampet, Nandanam, Saidapet, Little Mount, Guindy, Arignar Anna Alandur.

Thousand Lights To Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT

ShortestShortest Route

Thousand Lights

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Wimco Nagar Depot

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

AG – DMS

+2.88 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Teynampet

+5.74 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Little Mount

+14.36 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Guindy

suburban interchange

+17.24 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Arignar Anna Alandur

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated9.14 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Arignar Anna Alandur — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 1 Towards Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central

+5 min

Arignar Anna Alandur

blue interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Green LineTowards Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Ekkattuthangal

+3.01 min

3.01 min · 1.38 km

Ashok Nagar

+6 min

2.99 min · 1.37 km

Vadapalani

yellow interchange

+9.01 min

3.01 min · 1.38 km

Arumbakkam

+12 min

2.99 min · 1.37 km

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT

Arrive Platform 1·elevated6.88 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

16.02 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Thousand Lights	05:00	23:00	Towards Wimco Nagar Depot
Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT	05:00	23:00	Towards Thousand Lights

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

Use your Chennai Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹106

Auto

₹222

Cab

₹402

Estimates for 16.02 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Blue Line

Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran CentralSt. Thomas Mount

Blue Line

Departure station

Thousand Lights

underground

Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 07:00)

Zone 2 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Thousand Lights main road· Thousand Lights area♿

Thousand Lights bus stop· Thousand Lights area♿

Thousand Lights market side· Thousand Lights area♿

Thousand Lights parking side· Thousand Lights area♿

Interchange or connecting station. Follow color-coded signs for purple connections.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking

Arrival station

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT

elevated

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 07:00)

Zone 2 · 3 entry points

Key exits

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT main road· Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus♿

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT bus stop· Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus♿

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT market side· Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Thousand Lights To Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT

Route on the map

Journey at a glance

First & last trains

Fares & smart card

Travel green

Cost comparison

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Thousand Lights

Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT