South West Line, Chennai Suburban
Appearance
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Status | Operational till Arakkonam |
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Stations | 39 |
Service | |
Type | Suburban railway |
System | Chennai Suburban Railway |
Operator(s) | Southern Railway (India) |
Depot(s) | Tambaram, Egmore |
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Line length | 122.71 km |
Track gauge | Broad Gauge |
Operating speed | 90 km/h (maximum service speed) |
The South West Line of Chennai Suburban Railway is the sixth longest suburban line that runs south-west from Chennai (Madras) City.
Sections
Beach — Tambaram
- 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
- 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
- Suburban trains run between Chennai Beach and Arakkonam.
Chennai Beach — Arakkonam
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