Plan Your Trip
"The journey is part of the experience. We invite you to navigate our 600-acre lush green campus while prioritizing sustainable transport options."
Go Green
As a conference dedicated to sustainability, we highly encourage all attendees to utilize public transport. Let's work together to minimize our collective carbon footprint!
Accommodation Information
We won't provide any accommodation; participants are requested to arrange for their stay by themselves.
There are many PG hostels and hotels available nearby IIT Madras (Adyar, Velachery, and Taramani areas). We recommend exploring these options early to ensure a comfortable visit.
Vehicle Entry Rules
IIT Madras has strict security protocols for vehicle entry. Please set your destination carefully based on your mode of transport.
Main Gate
Allows ALL vehicles (Cabs, Autos, Cars, Two-Wheelers). Entry to ICSR building via cab is only possible through this gate.
Taramani & Velachery Gates
Strictly restricted to Two-Wheelers and Pedestrians ONLY. Cabs and Autos will drop you at the gate.
Internal Eco-Transit
IIT Madras operates a free fleet of eco-friendly Electric Buses.
Pro Tip: Pay attention to the destination board on the e-bus:
• "Hostel" board: Heading into the campus.
• "Main Gate" board: Heading towards the exit.
Always ask to get down at the ICSR stop.
The institute bus service operates from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM with a frequency of every 15 minutes.
Navigation Guide
The Green Commute
As a sustainability conference, we encourage public transit. Inside campus, ride free Electric Buses.
Cab Entry Rules
- • Main Gate: Cabs allowed to ICSR.
- • Other Gates: Pedestrian only.
Fair Pricing Alert
First time in Chennai? Do not take direct street-hail autos/cabs. Use apps like Uber, Ola, or Rapido to avoid overcharging (rates can be 2-3x higher otherwise).
Arriving by Flight (MAA Airport)
Metro Train (Blue Line)
Step 01Board at Airport and alight at Guindy Metro Station.
Transfer at Guindy
Step 02Exit station and cross railway overbridge to the Race Course Bus Stop.
City Bus
Routes: 3, 51A, 119Take the bus and alight at Gandhi Road Stop (Velachery Gate).
Velachery Gate
Campus EntryEnter on foot. This is the nearest pedestrian entrance to the venue.
ICSR Building
DestinationBoard free e-bus ("Hostel" or "Main Gate" board) and alight at SustainX.
Preferred Cab Destination
"Set destination to ICSR- IIT Madras for direct drop-off at the venue."
Wildlife Interaction Protocol
The IIT Madras ecosystem is a protected forest area containing deers and monkeys. To ensure your safety and the well-being of the animals, please adhere to the following:
Spotted Deer
Macaque Interaction Warning
Strict Prohibition
Do not attempt to feed any wildlife. It disrupts their natural diet and behavior.
Personal Safety
Avoid carrying open food or water bottles in your hands. Monkeys are quick and may attempt to take them away.
"Once inside the 600-acre campus, you can ask any security personnel or student to point you toward the ICSR building—it is a well-known landmark!"