South West Line, Chennai Suburban

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South West Line, Chennai Suburban
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Overview
StatusOperational till Arakkonam
TerminiChennai Beach (Madras Beach)
Arakkonam
Stations39
Service
TypeSuburban railway
SystemChennai Suburban Railway
Operator(s)Southern Railway (India)
Depot(s)Tambaram, Egmore
Technical
Line length122.71 km
Track gaugeBroad Gauge
Operating speed90 km/h (maximum service speed)
Route map
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The South West Line of Chennai Suburban Railway is the sixth longest suburban line that runs south-west from Chennai (Madras) City.

Sections[edit]

Beach — Tambaram[edit]

  • This section has 2 dedicated lines for the suburban train operations apart from 2 main lines for mixed traffic.
  • EMUs are operated along 3rd and 4th main lines during peak hours.
  • 12-car EMU are operated in this sector.

Tambaram — Chengalpattu[edit]

  • This section has Double main line in which suburban trains as well as other trains are operated.
  • 3rd line is under-construction and 4th line is planned.
  • 12-car EMU are operated in this sector.

Chengalpattu — Arakkonam[edit]

  • Suburban trains run between Chennai Beach and Arakkonam.