Qusais Metro Station

Q: How frequently do trains run at Qusais Metro Station?

During peak hours (06:00-09:00 and 17:00-20:00) trains run every 3-4 minutes. Off-peak they run every 7-10 minutes. Real-time arrival information is on the platform screens and in the RTA Dubai app.

Q: What is the nearest bus stop to Qusais Metro Station Metro?

RTA bus routes stop directly at or within 200 metres of Qusais Metro Station Metro Station. Use the RTA S'hail app for real-time bus schedules and route planning.

Line🟢 Green Line

Station IDG12

ZoneZone 2

Fare (Silver)AED 5.00

Fare (Gold)AED 10.00

Operating Hours05:00–00:00

Accessibility♿ Full Access

Status

Station Photos

About Al Qusais Metro Station

Al Qusais Metro Station (G12) is on the Green Line, serving one of Dubai's largest residential districts in Zone 2. The station sits at the centre of Al Qusais — a densely populated area covering three sub-districts (Al Qusais 1, 2 and 3) that is home to a large South Asian and Arab community. For residents between the Dubai–Sharjah border and Dubai International Airport, this station is the primary entry point into the city's metro network.

The station opened in September 2011 as part of the Green Line extension that brought metro coverage to the eastern and northern residential neighbourhoods of Dubai. Al Qusais Metro Station handles a high daily passenger volume, as the district's large population — made up of families, blue-collar workers and office commuters — depends on the Green Line for journeys to the city centre and beyond. For DAFZA employees, the adjacent Dubai Airport Free Zone Metro Station (G13) is one stop away on the same line.

The station is elevated on Al Nahda Road close to the 28th Street junction in Al Qusais 1. The nearest commercial cluster is along 28th Street, with cafes, supermarkets and pharmacies within a 5–15 minute walk. Al Qusais Police Station on Beirut Road (Al Qusais 2) is around 10 minutes by taxi. The Green Line continues north from here toward the Dubai–Sharjah border area, with Al Nahda Metro Station (G14) just two minutes in that direction.

From Al Qusais Metro Station you can reach Union Metro Station (G20/R20, the Green–Red Line interchange in Deira) in approximately 12 minutes. BurJuman (G26, the second Green–Red interchange) takes around 18 minutes southbound. Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 at GGICO (G08 on the Red Line) is 6–8 minutes by metro after a platform change at Union. Creek Metro Station (G30, the southern Green Line terminus) is around 20 minutes away via direct Green Line service.

The station is primarily used by Al Qusais residents commuting to work across Dubai, and by workers connecting onward by bus to the Sonapur and Muhaisnah labour zones. The Zone 2 fare from Al Qusais is AED 5.00 on a Silver Nol Card, and the daily cap of AED 20 makes it cost-effective for high-frequency travellers. Bus routes 7, C19 and 16 from the station exit extend metro access to areas the Green Line does not directly serve — a route transfer Dubai commuters working in these zones rely on every day.

Opened

September 2011

Platform Type

Elevated

Platform Doors

Yes

Gold Class

Yes (Car 1)

Women & Children Car

Yes (Car 3)

About Al Qusais — Al Qusais Metro Station Area

Al Qusais is one of Dubai's older planned residential areas, developed from the 1970s onward to house workers employed across the city's industrial and commercial sectors. The district today is a mix of mid-rise apartment blocks, grocery stores, clinics and community mosques spread across a grid of residential streets. Al Qusais Metro Station (G12) places residents of this area on the Green Line within easy reach of Union Station, BurJuman and, via one change, the airport and city centre.

The streets of Al Qusais 1 around 28th Street carry the texture of a working residential neighbourhood: cafes that open at 08:00 and run until 02:00, pharmacies that stay open late, Kerala restaurants, grocery shops stocked with South Asian goods and phone repair stalls. Calicut Stories Restaurant on Al Doha Street draws regulars from across the district for fish curry and dosa at prices that make it a neighbourhood staple rather than a destination.

Bus connections at the station extend the metro's reach into areas the Green Line does not directly serve. Routes 7 and C19 link directly to Al Qusais Bus Stations 1, 2 and 4 in Sonapur and Muhaisnah — the major RTA terminals for workers in those areas. A Silver Nol Card purchased at the station vending machine (AED 25 with AED 19 travel credit) covers both metro and bus on the same tap, making the combined journey straightforward and cheaper than a taxi for short hops.

Green Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

Etisalat by e& G11 Visit →

Al Qusais G12 ← You are here

Dubai Airport Free Zone G13 Visit →

Al Nahda G14 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places near Al Qusais Metro Station. Bus stops for Al Qusais Bus Stations 1, 2 & 4 are accessible via routes 7, C19 and 16.

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Valley Cafe 3

28th St, Al Nahda First / Al Qusais 1 · Cafe, shisha & food · Open daily 08:00–02:00

★ 4.0 ~5 min walk

A corner staple on 28th Street five minutes from the station exit, Valley Cafe 3 serves food, shisha and hot drinks from 08:00 until 02:00. The late closing time makes it a useful option for those finishing late shifts or arriving on the last metro. It is the closest sit-down spot to Al Qusais Metro Station without needing a bus or taxi.

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Calicut Stories Restaurant

Al Doha St, Al Qusais 1 · Kerala & Indian cuisine · Open daily 11:30–02:00

★ 4.3 ~15 min walk

Serving traditional Kerala and Indian cuisine — fish curry, dosas, biriyani — at AED 20–50 per person, Calicut Stories is one of the better-rated South Indian restaurants in Al Qusais. The 15-minute walk is comfortable from October to April; in summer, a taxi of around AED 10–12 covers it quickly. Opens at 11:30 daily.

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Aster Pharmacy — Al Qusais 1

40th St, Al Qusais 1 · Open 24 hours

★ 4.4 ~15 min walk

The 24-hour Aster Pharmacy on 40th Street is the most reliable late-night option for Al Qusais Metro Station users needing prescriptions or over-the-counter medicine. Aster branches of this size often have a co-located GP clinic — check at the counter for walk-in availability. A taxi of around AED 10–12 from the station cuts the 15-minute walk in summer heat.

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Al Qusais Metro Bus Stop 1

Al Twar 2 · RTA bus interchange for routes to Muhaisanah, Ras Al Khor & Sonapur

Bus 7 · C19 · 16 ~10 min by bus

This RTA interchange links Al Qusais Metro Station directly to the Muhaisnah and Sonapur bus terminals via routes 7 and C19, with route 16 adding Al Nahda corridor coverage. Buses run every 15–30 minutes depending on the route. Your Nol Card works on both the metro gate and the bus reader — no separate ticket needed for the combined journey.

How to Use Qusais Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting Qusais Metro Station Station whether you are a first-time visitor or a regular commuter.

Look for the Dubai Metro logo (red M on white background) on street signage. Qusais Metro Station has multiple exits — check which exit is closest to your destination before entering. Exit maps are displayed at the top of the stairs and beside the gates.
Tap your Silver or Gold Nol Card on the reader at the entrance gate. The gate will display your remaining balance. If your balance is below AED 3.00 the gate will not open — top up at the vending machines beside the gates before entering.
Check the overhead direction signs on the platform. On the Red Line trains run towards Centrepoint (Rashidiya) in one direction and towards UAE Exchange / Expo City in the other. On the Green Line trains run towards Etisalat by e& or towards Creek. Confirm your direction on the station map before the train arrives.
Stand behind the yellow safety line until the train stops and doors open. Let passengers exit first then board. Tap your Nol Card at the exit gates at your destination — forgetting to tap out results in the maximum fare being charged for that journey.

Nol Card tip: If you are visiting Dubai for more than 2 days a Silver Nol Card (AED 25 including AED 19 travel credit) saves money compared to buying individual paper tickets. It works on metro, bus, tram, and water bus across all of Dubai. Available at every metro station vending machine.

Getting There

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By Metro

Green Line, Station G12. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Green Line G12

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By Bus

Route 7 runs from Al Qusais to Sonapur and the Muhaisnah bus terminals, covering the labour and residential zones north-east of the station, with departures roughly every 15–20 minutes during peak hours. Route C19 is a circular service through Al Qusais and Muhaisnah residential streets, useful for addresses off the main roads. Route 16 extends along the corridor toward Al Nahda, adding coverage near the Dubai–Sharjah border. All three routes accept Nol Card — tap on the metro gate and again on the bus reader and your Zone 2 fare covers the full combined journey.

7C1916

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By Taxi / Ride-Hail

RTA taxis queue at the station exit. Approximate fares from Al Qusais Metro Station: Al Nahda (AED 8–12), Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 (AED 18–25), BurJuman or Union (AED 20–30), Deira Gold Souq / DCC (AED 25–35), Downtown Dubai (AED 40–55), Terminal 3 (AED 45–60), Sharjah city (AED 25–40 depending on destination). Uber and Careem are available from the station area; morning rush journeys toward Sharjah attract surge pricing.

Walking Distances from Station

~5 min

Valley Cafe 3

Cafe & shisha · 28th St, Al Qusais 1

~15 min

Calicut Stories Restaurant

Kerala & Indian cuisine · Al Doha St

~15 min

Aster Pharmacy — Al Qusais 1

40th St · Open 24 hours

Bus 7

Al Qusais Bus Stations 1, 2 & 4

Sonapur / Al Muhaisnah · Not walkable

Taxi

Al Qusais Police Station

Beirut Rd, Al Qusais 2 · Open 24 hours

Nol Card Fares from Qusais Metro Station — Zone 2

Qusais Metro Station is in Zone 2 of the Dubai Metro fare system. Your fare depends on how many zones your journey crosses. The table below shows Silver and Gold Nol Card fares to the most common destinations from this station.

Destination	Metro Station	Silver Nol Card	Gold Nol Card
Dubai International Airport T1	Terminal 1 (R14)	AED 10.00	AED 15.00
BurJuman (interchange)	BurJuman (R20)	AED 5.00	AED 10.00
Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa	Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (R23)	AED 5.00	AED 10.00
Mall of the Emirates	Mall of the Emirates (R25)	AED 3.00	AED 6.00
Jumeirah Lakes Towers	DMCC (R27)	AED 3.00	AED 6.00
Union (interchange)	Union (R19)	AED 5.00	AED 10.00
Expo City Dubai	Expo 2020 (R35)	AED 5.00	AED 10.00

Fares shown are for Nol Card holders. Red Paper Tickets cost approximately 50% more per journey. Children under 5 travel free. A daily spending cap of AED 20 (Silver) and AED 40 (Gold) protects frequent travellers — once you hit the cap all further journeys that day are free. Airport stations carry an additional RTA airport surcharge of AED 5.00 per trip.

Best value: A Silver Nol Card costs AED 25 total (AED 6 card fee + AED 19 travel credit) and is available at every metro station vending machine. It works on all RTA transport including metro, bus, tram, and water bus. For stays of 5 or more days it saves significantly over paper tickets.

✦ 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 2 applies here — AED 5.00 (Silver) / AED 10.00 (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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours for Al Qusais Metro Station?

Al Qusais Metro Station operates 05:00–00:00 Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday. On Fridays the station opens at 10:00 and closes at 01:00. Trains run every 3–7 minutes at peak times and every 7–10 minutes off-peak.

Where is Al Qusais Police Station and how do I get there from the metro?

Al Qusais Police Station is on Beirut Road in Al Qusais 2. It is not within walking distance of the metro station — take a taxi or Careem from Al Qusais Metro Station (G12). The journey takes approximately 5–8 minutes by taxi. The station is open 24 hours; phone: +971 4 606 1600.

How do I get from Al Qusais Metro Station to Al Qusais Bus Station?

Al Qusais Bus Stations 1, 2 and 4 are in the Al Muhaisnah/Sonapur area — they are not within walking distance of the metro station. From Al Qusais Metro Station (G12), take RTA bus route 7, C19 or 16 from the adjacent bus stop. Bus Station 4 in Sonapur is the main terminal serving the labour camp area and takes approximately 15–20 minutes by bus.

Where exactly is Al Qusais Metro Station (G12)?

Al Qusais Metro Station (G12) is on the Green Line on Al Ittihad Road in the Al Twar area of Al Qusais, Dubai. GPS: 25.2849° N, 55.3638° E. It is between Etisalat by e& Station (G11) and Dubai Airport Free Zone Station (G13).

What buses go from Al Qusais Metro Station to Sonapur?

From the bus stop at Al Qusais Metro Station, RTA bus routes 7 and C19 serve routes toward the Al Muhaisnah and Sonapur/Al Qusais Bus Station 4 area. Check the RTA S'hail app for current timings and exact routes — bus schedules in this area vary significantly during peak and off-peak hours.

Which exit should I use at Qusais Metro Station Metro Station?

Qusais Metro Station has multiple exits. Check the exit map displayed at the top of the stairs inside the station, or use the RTA Dubai app which shows numbered exit locations on a map. The app will suggest the exit closest to your specific destination. If in doubt, station staff near the gates can advise on the quickest route out.

Can I bring a suitcase or large luggage on the Dubai Metro at Qusais Metro Station?

Yes, passengers are permitted to bring personal luggage including standard suitcases on the Dubai Metro. Each train has designated luggage areas near the doors. Large or oversized items are not allowed during peak hours (06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00 on weekdays). Qusais Metro Station has elevators and wide corridors making it suitable for passengers with luggage. Keep bags out of the aisles and do not place them on seats.

What is the Nol Card daily cap and how does it work at Qusais Metro Station?

The RTA Nol Card daily cap is AED 20 for Silver Card holders and AED 40 for Gold Card holders. Once your spending reaches the cap in a single calendar day all further metro journeys that day are free. The cap resets at midnight. This makes the Nol Card excellent value for people making multiple trips in one day. The cap applies to metro, bus, tram, and water bus journeys combined. You can check your current day spend in the RTA Dubai app or at any ticket machine.

How frequently do trains run at Qusais Metro Station?

During peak hours (06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00 on weekdays) trains at Qusais Metro Station run every 3–4 minutes on the Red Line and every 5–7 minutes on the Green Line. During off-peak daytime hours trains run every 7–10 minutes. On Fridays before 13:00 the metro opens later and trains run less frequently. Real-time train arrival information is displayed on the platform screens and in the RTA Dubai app.

What is the nearest bus stop to Qusais Metro Station Metro?

RTA bus routes 7, C19, 16 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Qusais Metro Station Metro Station. Bus routes connect this station to residential areas and destinations not directly served by the metro. Use the RTA S'hail app for real-time bus schedules and route planning from Qusais Metro Station.