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Chennai Metro station

Chennai Central Metro Station

एमजीआर सेंट्रल (चेन्नई सेंट्रल)

Chennai Central Metro Station is listed as MGR Central (Chennai Central) on Blue Line and Green Line. First train 04:55 AM; last train 11:17 PM. Use Plan route from here for fares. First train 04:55 AM; last train 11:17 PM.

Data checked: 13 Nov 2026 · Confirm on official metro site before travel Chennai Metro official site

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Lines at this station
Blue LineGreen Line

Train Timings & First / Last Train

First Train04:55 AM
Last Train11:17 PM

✨ Station Amenities

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ParkingAvailable (see parkingJson)
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RestroomsYes (incl. differently abled toilets — CMRL)
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Feeder BusAvailable

Station Insights & Commuter Tips

Station Guide

Travel & Connectivity

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🏪 Station Facilities & Outlets (11)

Station facilities
Universal access: street → concourse → platform (ramps, lifts, tactile paths)Access
Lifts (street–concourse and concourse–platform) with Braille / low panelsAccess
Wide AFC gates for wheelchair accessAccess
Tactile guidance for visually challenged (entry → concourse → platform)Access
Differently abled toilets (concourse / platform) with tactile pathToilet
Customer Care facility + low-height ticket countersCustomer Care
CCTV cameras; security staff at stations; Pink Squad (women security)Safety
Women-only coach; Women’s Helpline 155370Safety
Wheelchair / stretcher at Station Control Room; dedicated wheelchair space in trainsAccess
Public announcement + chime / audio train arrival-departure indicationsInformation
Free bicycle hiring for metro passengers (₹3000 refundable deposit; max 24h) — see CMRL cycle pamphletCycle

Line-wise first / last train

Line / directionFirstLast
Blue · Weekday from Airport04:51 AM11:00 PM
Blue · Weekday from Wimco Nagar Depot04:56 AM11:00 PM
Inter-corridor · Weekday from Chennai Central (via Egmore, CMBT, Alandur) to Airport04:55 AM11:17 PM
Inter-corridor · Weekday from Airport to Chennai Central05:02 AM11:08 PM
Green · Weekday from Chennai Central05:02 AM11:00 PM
Green · Weekday from St. Thomas Mount05:01 AM11:00 PM
Blue · Saturday from Airport04:51 AM11:00 PM
Blue · Saturday from Wimco Nagar Depot04:56 AM11:00 PM
Inter-corridor · Saturday from Chennai Central (via Egmore, CMBT, Alandur) to Airport04:55 AM11:17 PM
Inter-corridor · Saturday from Airport to Chennai Central05:02 AM11:08 PM
Green · Saturday from Chennai Central05:02 AM11:00 PM
Green · Saturday from St. Thomas Mount05:01 AM11:00 PM
Blue · Sunday/Holiday from Airport05:02 AM11:00 PM
Blue · Sunday/Holiday from Wimco Nagar Depot05:03 AM11:00 PM
Inter-corridor · Sunday/Holiday from Chennai Central (via Egmore, CMBT, Alandur) to Airport05:01 AM11:07 PM
Inter-corridor · Sunday/Holiday from Airport to Chennai Central04:55 AM11:08 PM
Green · Sunday/Holiday from Chennai Central04:51 AM11:17 PM
Green · Sunday/Holiday from St. Thomas Mount04:51 AM11:07 PM

Last-mile / feeder

City last-mile list →
  • Suburban rail — Park Suburban (~50 m) via subway
  • Suburban rail — Park Town Suburban (~50 m)
  • Suburban rail — Chennai Central Suburban (~50 m) walk
  • Bus — Chennai Central Bus Station (~50 m)
  • Indian Railways — Dr. MGR Chennai Central (~50 m)

Parking

  • Two-wheeler: Available (CMRL parking list)
  • Four-wheeler: Available (CMRL parking list)
  • Source: CMRL Parking Facilities PDF w.e.f. 09-03-2026

Gates & exits

  • Gate 1 — North / Main Street Exit
  • Gate 2 — South / Concourse Level

Nearby places

Ripon Building (Greater Chennai Corporation)

0.2 km away

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Popular Metro Routes from MGR Central (Chennai Central)

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Chennai metro guides

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Fare chart

₹10–₹50

Token and Smart Card fares for common trips.

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Last-mile connectivity

17 with feeder routes · 2 with feeder service · parking at 41 stations

Feeder buses, Metro Connect and station parking.

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First & last train

04:51 AM – 11:17 PM

First and last train timings for each station.

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MGR Central (Chennai Central) Metro Station FAQ

What is the Chennai Central metro station name?

The published name is MGR Central (Chennai Central). It is the interchange for Blue Line and Green Line. Use Plan route from here for journeys such as the Airport or Wimco Nagar.