Chennai Taxi & Auto Rickshaw Fare Calculator

Google maps based fare calculator. Enter your route, AI calculates distance and waiting time. Instantly displays correct fare as per official tariff.

Live Google Maps routing Detects tampered meters Wait time calculated Night surcharge +50%
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Enter pickup and drop-off, then hit Calculate to see the map and correct fare.

Chennai auto tariff — 2023 revised chart (TN auto fare)

Min. fare₹25
Per km₹12.00
Wait/min₹0.70
Night +50%

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How this Chennai auto fare checker works

Live route via Google Maps

We fetch your exact route with real-time Chennai traffic to get accurate distance and journey time.

Wait time from traffic delay

We estimate genuine standstill time from the traffic delay on your route — the portion that accrues meter waiting charges.

Official Tamil Nadu tariff

₹12.00/km + ₹0.70/min wait + night surcharge, exactly as per 2023 revised chart (TN auto fare) rates.

±₹5 tolerance band

Meters can differ by a few rupees due to rounding. Only differences beyond ₹5 are flagged as tampering.

Chennai Auto Fare Chart 2023 revised chart (TN auto fare)

Official rates as per Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicles Department — 2023 revised chart (TN auto fare)

ComponentRateNotes
Minimum fare₹25First 1.8 km
Per km rate₹12.00 / kmBeyond 1.8 km
Waiting charge₹0.70 / minVehicle stationary
Night surcharge+50%11 PM – 5 AM
Luggage₹0/pieceOversized items
Tolerance band±₹5Acceptable meter rounding

Frequently asked questions — Chennai autos

What is the Chennai auto fare per km in 2023 revised chart (TN auto fare)?
The rate is ₹12.00/km as per Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicles Department (2023 revised chart (TN auto fare)). The minimum fare is ₹25 for the first 1.8 km.
How do I know if my Chennai auto meter is tampered?
Use MeterSahi? — enter your pickup, drop, and the fare charged. If the driver's fare exceeds the calculated correct fare by more than ₹5, tampering is likely. Signs include fares that seem very high for a short distance.
What is the night surcharge for Chennai autos?
A 50% night surcharge applies to all rides between 11 PM – 5 AM.
How do I complain about a tampered auto meter in Chennai?
Call the helpline 1800-425-1616 or contact your nearest RTO office with the auto's number plate and trip details.
Is MeterSahi? free to use?
Yes, completely free. No registration or app download needed.

Auto meter tampered? How to complain in Chennai

Every report helps clean up the system.

State Transport Helpline1800-425-1616Toll-free
TN Transport Dept044-24333220