There are 4 ways to get from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri by subway, train, bus, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Metro, line 42419 train • 1h 43m
Cheapest option
Bus, line 42419 train • 2h 8m
2 alternative options
Taxi • 33 min
Drive • 33 min
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri is to drive, which costs ₹310 - ₹450 and takes 33 min.
The quickest way to get from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri is to taxi which costs ₹950 - ₹1,200 and takes 33 min.
No, there is no direct train from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri. However, there are services departing from Koyambedu and arriving at Ponneri via Chennai Fort and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
The distance between Koyambedu Station and Ponneri is 29 km. The road distance is 39.3 km.
The best way to get from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri without a car is to Metro and line 42419 train which takes 1h 43m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,200.
It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri, including transfers.
Koyambedu Station to Ponneri train services, operated by Chennai Metro Rail Limited, depart from Koyambedu station.
Koyambedu Station to Ponneri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ponneri station.
Yes, the driving distance between Koyambedu Station to Ponneri is 39 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri.
There are one+ hotels available in Ponneri. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.

- Distance: 29.5 km
- Duration: 1h 43m
What companies run services between Koyambedu Station, India and Ponneri, India?
There is no direct connection from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri. However, you can take the Metro to Chennai Central, take the walk to Chennai Fort, take the line 40701 train to Chennai Park, take the walk to M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal, then take the line 42419 train to Ponneri. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Koyambedu Station to Ponneri via Vadapalani, Vadapalani Kovil, Chennai Central, and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal in around 2h 8m.

- Phone
- +91 44 23792000
- chennaimetrorail@cmrl.in
- Website
- chennaimetrorail.org
Subway from Koyambedu to Chennai Central
- Ave. Duration
- 19 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹35 - ₹55
- Schedules at
- chennaimetrorail.org

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal to Ponneri
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹90 - ₹600
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹90 - ₹120
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹340 - ₹420
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹460 - ₹600

- Phone
- +91 9445030516, 044 23455888
- mtc.chtwo@gems.vsnl.net.in
- Website
- mtcbus.tn.gov.in
Bus from Vadapalani Kovil to Chennai Central
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- ₹19 - ₹50
- Schedules at
- mtcbus.tn.gov.in
- Ave. Duration
- 33 min
- Estimated price
- ₹950 - ₹1,200
Tenride
- Phone
- +91 94 99 97 36 69
- Website
- tenride.com
Drop Taxi
- Phone
- +91 79 99 22 20 00
- Website
- droptaxi.in
Chennai Taxi
- Phone
- +91 89 39 33 40 40
- Website
- chennaitaxiservice.com
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