RTA Dubai — Official Metro Network

Dubai Metro —
Stations, Timings
& Travel Guide

Your complete Dubai metro guide — 53 stations across the Red Line, Green Line, and Route 2020. Find the nearest metro station, check dubai metro timings, and explore every stop.

دليلك الشامل لمحطات مترو دبي

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47
Stations
2
Lines
75km
Track Length
1M+
Daily Riders
Red Line
Green Line
Route 2020
Interchange
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Metro Stations Near You

Locate the closest Dubai Metro station to your current location or search by area

Operating Hours

Dubai Metro Timings

Operating hours and train frequency for Red Line and Green Line

Red Line

Saturday - Thursday:
5:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday:
5:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Green Line

Saturday - Thursday:
5:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Friday:
5:30 AM - 1:00 AM

Train Frequency

Peak Hours:
Every 3-4 minutes

Off-Peak:
Every 7-10 minutes

The Network

Choose Your Line

Dubai Metro operates two main lines connecting over 47 stations across the emirate, from Centrepoint in the east to UAE Exchange and Expo 2020 in the west.

Red Line

الخط الأحمر

الخط الرئيسي لشبكة مترو دبي — من سنتربوينت إلى الإمارات للصرافة

35
Stations
52.1
Kilometres
2
Interchanges

The backbone of the network, running from Centrepoint near Dubai Airport through Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, and on to UAE Exchange and Expo 2020 via the Route 2020 extension.

Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Mall of the Emirates Airport Terminal 3 Dubai Internet City Expo 2020 Financial Centre ⇄ Union ⇄ BurJuman
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Green Line

الخط الأخضر

من الخور إلى اتصالات by e& — عبر ديرة وبر دبي

20
Stations
22.5
Kilometres
2
Interchanges

A crescent-shaped line serving the historic heart of Dubai — from the heritage waterfront at Creek through Deira's bustling souqs, Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, and north to Al Qusais near the Sharjah border.

Oud Metha Dubai Healthcare City Al Jadaf Creek Stadium Al Nahda ⇄ Union ⇄ BurJuman
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Top Picks

The most visited stations on the network, each a gateway to iconic Dubai landmarks and experiences.

Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall
برج خليفة / دبي مول
Red
R25 Zone 1 Elevated
🏙️ Gateway to the world's tallest building and largest mall
⛲ Free shuttle to Dubai Mall fashion avenue every 10 min
Landmark Shopping Fine Dining
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Union
الاتحاد
Red / Green
R18 / G20 Zone 1 Interchange
⇄ Primary interchange between Red and Green Lines
🏪 Access to Deira City Centre and Naif Souq area
Interchange Shopping Heritage
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Mall of the Emirates
مول الإمارات
Red
R32 Zone 2 Elevated
🎿 Home to Ski Dubai — an indoor ski resort in the desert
🎭 Mall of the Emirates with VOX Cinemas and 500+ stores
Shopping Leisure Family
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Airport Terminal 3
مطار دبي — المبنى 3
Red
R13 Zone 1 Underground
✈️ Direct underground connection to DXB Terminal 3 (Emirates)
🧳 ~22 min to Downtown Dubai by metro
Airport Transit Hub
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Getting Started

How to Use Dubai Metro

Everything you need to know about tickets, Nol cards, and metro zones

Nol Card

Get a rechargeable Nol card from any metro station or authorized retailer. Available in Silver (standard) and Gold (premium cabins).

Card Cost: AED 25 (incl. AED 19 credit)
Top-up: At stations or via app

Metro Zones

The metro network is divided into zones. Fares vary based on zones traveled and time of day.

1 Zone: AED 3 - 4
2 Zones: AED 5 - 6
All Zones: AED 7.5 - 8.5

Travel Tips

  • Gold Class available in the front cabin
  • Women & Children cabins (middle car)
  • Luggage allowed (max 2 bags)
  • All stations are wheelchair accessible
  • Tap in and out with your Nol card
Visitor Guide

Getting Around by Metro

Everything you need to know to ride the Dubai Metro like a pro.

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Get a Nol Card

The reloadable Nol smart card is the easiest way to pay. Available at every metro station in Red, Silver, Gold and Blue varieties. Top up at vending machines or the RTA app.

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Gold Class & Women's Car

The first carriage offers Gold Class seating (premium fare), and one carriage is exclusively for women and children. Fines apply for using these incorrectly.

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Operating Hours

Mon–Thu & Sat: 05:00–00:00 (midnight). Friday: 10:00–01:00. Saturday: 05:00–00:00. Trains every 3–7 minutes during peak hours.

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Interchange Stations

Union and BurJuman allow free transfers between the Red and Green Lines. No extra fare is charged when you transfer within 90 minutes using your Nol Card.

About the Network

The World's Longest Driverless Metro

Dubai Metro is operated by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and holds the Guinness World Record for the longest driverless automated metro network in the world. Opened in 2009, the system connects Dubai International Airport to the Expo 2020 site and beyond.

The metro is fully air-conditioned, features platform screen doors at every station, and provides Wi-Fi throughout the network. With the Blue Line expansion underway, the network is set to grow significantly by 2030.

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2009
Year Opened
75km
Total Track
47
Stations
1M+
Daily Riders