Chennai MRTS
Chennai MRTS (Mass Rapid Transit System) is an elevated suburban rail corridor in Chennai, operated by Southern Railway. It was India's first elevated railway line, opened in phases between 1995 and 2026, and now runs from Chennai Beach to St. Thomas Mount, where it connects to Chennai Metro's Green Line.
- Lines
- 1
- Stations
- 21
- Network
- 24 km
- Opened
- 1995
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Popular stations
Popular routes
Route pages for Chennai MRTS are being released in batches - try the route planner for any station pair right now. Route Planner
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What are Chennai MRTS operating hours?
Chennai MRTS services generally run from around 4:00 AM to 11:10 PM on weekdays. Exact first and last trains vary by station and direction - check the first/last train page for your station.
How many lines and stations does Chennai MRTS have?
Chennai MRTS currently operates 1 lines serving 21 stations. The network spans about 24 km.
How many interchange stations does Chennai MRTS have?
Chennai MRTS has 1 interchange stations where you can switch between lines.