Line🟢 Green Line
Station IDG24
ZoneZone 1
Fare (Silver)AED 3.00
Fare (Gold)AED 6.00
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status

About Al Ghubaiba Metro Station

Al Ghubaiba Metro Station (also spelled Al Ghudaiba, station code G24) is on the Green Line in the heart of Bur Dubai's historic waterfront district. It is one of Dubai's most connected public transport hubs: Al Ghubaiba Bus Station — the city's main terminal for inter-emirate coaches to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain and Oman — is a short walk from the station exit. The Al Ghubaiba Marine Transport Station, serving Dubai Creek ferries and water taxis to Dubai Marina and Sharjah, is also within walking distance.

The surrounding Bur Dubai area is rich in heritage. The Al Fahidi Historic District (Bastakiya), the Textile Souq, and the Dubai Museum are all reachable on foot, making this station a practical starting point for exploring old Dubai. The Bur Dubai Abra station on the Dubai Creek is nearby for traditional wooden boat crossings to Deira.

Opened
September 2011
Platform Type
Elevated
Platform Doors
Yes
Gold Class
Yes (Car 1)
Women & Children Car
Yes (Car 3)

Green Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

Gold Souq G22 Visit →
Al Ras G23 Visit →
Al Ghudaiba G24 ← You are here
Sharaf DG G25 Visit →
BurJuman R19 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places within walking distance of Al Ghubaiba Metro Station.

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Dairah Restaurant

Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai · Pakistani & Indian cuisine · Open 24 hours · Opposite Al Ghubaiba Bus Station

★ 4.3 ~5 min walk
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Wescott Hotel

Al Souq Al Kabeer, Bur Dubai · Close to metro & bus station · Meena Bazaar area

★ 4.4 ~5 min walk

Al Ghubaiba Marine Transport Station

Dubai Creek · Ferries to Dubai Marina (AED 50) & Sharjah (AED 15–25) · Open daily

★ 4.5 ~10 min walk
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Aster Pharmacy — Souq Al Kabeer

Near Al Ghubaiba Bus Station · Open daily 09:00–23:00

★ 4.9 ~5 min walk

Getting There

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By Metro

Green Line, Station G24. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Green Line G24
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By Bus

RTA bus routes 4, 8, C11, Inter-emirate coaches serve this station.

48C11Inter-emirate coaches
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By Taxi / Ride-Hail

RTA taxis available at the station exit. Uber and Careem also serve this area. Use the RTA app for journey planning and fare estimates.

Walking Distances from Station

200m
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
Transport
400m
Bur Dubai Abra Station (ferry)
Transport
600m
Dubai Museum
Culture
700m
Bastakiya (Al Fahidi Historic District)
Culture
500m
Textile Souq Bur Dubai
Shopping

Visitor Tips

Practical advice for using this station.

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Use a Nol Card

Top up your Nol Card at station vending machines (cash or card accepted). Zone 1 applies here — AED 3.00 (Silver) / AED 6.00 (Gold) per single journey. A daily fare cap protects frequent travellers.

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Operating Hours

Metro runs 05:00–00:00 Monday–Thursday and Saturday–Sunday. On Fridays the service starts late: 10:00–01:00. Plan accordingly for early Friday mornings.

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Old Dubai Heritage Area

Dress modestly when visiting the nearby souqs and heritage sites. Bargaining is customary in traditional markets. Friday afternoons are particularly lively near the creek waterfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Al Ghubaiba Metro Station operates 05:00–00:00 Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday. On Fridays the station opens later at 10:00 and closes at 01:00. Trains run every 3–7 minutes at peak times and every 7–10 minutes off-peak.
Al Ghubaiba Bus Station is a short walk from Al Ghubaiba Metro Station (G24). Inter-emirate coaches to Abu Dhabi depart regularly from here throughout the day. Check timings and book tickets directly at the bus station or via the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The journey to Abu Dhabi takes approximately 2 hours.
Yes. Al Ghubaiba Marine Transport Station is about a 10-minute walk from the metro station. RTA Dubai ferry services run from here to Dubai Marina (approx. AED 50, ~2.5 hours scenic route) and to Sharjah Aquarium (AED 15 Silver / AED 25 Gold). Traditional Abra boats to Deira depart from the nearby Bur Dubai Abra Station on the Dubai Creek.
Yes, there are several hotels within walking distance of Al Ghubaiba Bus Station and Metro Station. Wescott Hotel (4.4★) in Al Souq Al Kabeer is one of the best-reviewed options in the area, with guests specifically noting its proximity to the metro and bus station in the Meena Bazaar neighbourhood.
Nol Card vending machines are installed at all Dubai Metro stations and accept cash and bank cards for self-service top-ups around the clock. For card purchase or account registration, visit an RTA customer service counter at a major station or the rta.ae website.