Etisalat Metro Station

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

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

Line🟢 Green Line

Station IDG11

ZoneZone 2

Operating Hours05:00–00:00

Nol ZoneZone 2

Accessibility♿ Full Access

Status

Station Photos

About Etisalat by e& Metro Station

Etisalat by e& Metro Station (G11) is the north-eastern terminus of the Green Line in Zone 1, named after the UAE's largest telecommunications company. The station sits in Al Qusais at the northern edge of Dubai's metro network, closest to the Dubai–Sharjah border. It is both the final metro stop on the Green Line and a major interchange point for commuters arriving from Sharjah by bus, making it one of the highest-traffic stations on the line for inter-emirate transit.

The station opened in September 2011 with the Green Line and has Park & Ride facilities, one of only three stations on the entire Dubai Metro network with dedicated free parking for metro users (alongside Rashidiya on the Red Line and Jabal Ali on the Red Line). The Park & Ride function means the station serves not only metro commuters but also drivers from Sharjah and northern Al Qusais who park here before boarding the Green Line into the city centre.

The station is in Al Qusais, close to the e& (Etisalat) telecommunications headquarters — the iconic globe-topped tower visible from the station area. Al Twar Centre, a community mall with a supermarket and food court, is about 600 metres away. The Sharjah Coach Terminal near the station at around 300 metres is a major inter-emirate bus hub with affordable services to Sharjah city and Northern Emirates destinations.

From Etisalat by e& Metro Station, travellers can reach Al Qusais (G12) in about 2 minutes on the Green Line. Dubai Airport Free Zone (G13) is 4 minutes. Union Metro Station (G20/R20, the Green–Red Line interchange) is approximately 15 minutes. BurJuman (G26) is around 20 minutes. For airport connections, a platform change at Union to the Red Line reaches Terminal 1 at GGICO (G08) in roughly 10 more minutes.

Etisalat by e& Metro Station is used heavily by Sharjah workers who board here after the inter-emirate bus connection, Al Qusais residents using the terminus as their nearest station, and DAFZA employees who park here and take the metro to work. The Zone 1 Silver Nol Card fare is AED 3.00 for most central Green Line stations. Bus routes 7, C19 and X81 provide additional coverage to surrounding districts and express connections further into the commuter corridor.

Opened

September 2011

Platform Type

Elevated

Platform Doors

Yes

Gold Class

Yes (Car 1)

Women & Children Car

Yes (Car 3)

About Al Qusais North — Etisalat by e& Metro Station Area

The area around Etisalat by e& Metro Station is the northernmost part of Al Qusais, pressed against the Dubai–Sharjah boundary. The neighbourhood is a mix of residential apartment buildings, light commercial streets, the e& telecommunications campus and the Sharjah coach terminal — a corridor that functions more as a transit gateway than a destination in its own right. For most passengers, this station is either the starting point of a metro journey into Dubai or the Park & Ride base for driving commuters from Al Qusais and Sharjah.

Al Twar Centre at 600 metres is the main community shopping option within walking distance, with a supermarket, food court and retail. Al Qusais Market at 500 metres covers fresh produce and everyday goods at prices lower than supermarkets. The e& headquarters — recognisable by the globe atop its tower — is a landmark 400 metres from the station and a useful navigation aid. The Sharjah Coach Terminal at 300 metres runs services to Sharjah city at roughly AED 5–10 per person, and onward to Ajman and other Northern Emirates throughout the day.

The Park & Ride facility here is free for metro users who park and board the train. Given the volume of Sharjah workers using this station during the morning peak (05:00–09:00), parking spots fill quickly — arriving by 07:00 is advisable for a guaranteed space. Bus routes 7 and C19 from the station cover the Al Qusais and Muhaisnah residential areas; X81 is an express service covering longer corridor connections. All routes accept the same Nol Card used on the metro.

Green Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

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Nearby Places

Verified places at or within walking distance of Etisalat by e& Metro Station.

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e& (Etisalat) Headquarters

Al Qusais · UAE's leading telecom company — iconic globe-topped tower

Business Landmark ~400m walk

The iconic globe-topped tower 400 metres from the station is one of Dubai's most recognisable corporate buildings and the main campus of the UAE's largest telecoms company. The campus is not open to the public, but the tower serves as a reliable navigation landmark for the area. The station itself was named after this headquarters when the company was still branded as Etisalat.

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Sharjah Coach Terminal

Al Qusais · Affordable buses to Sharjah & Northern Emirates

Transport Hub ~300m walk

The inter-emirate coach terminal at 300 metres from the station runs air-conditioned services to Sharjah city, Ajman and other Northern Emirates throughout the day. Fares to Sharjah are typically AED 5–10 per person; coaches depart frequently during morning and evening rush hours. Purchase at the counter on arrival or via the RTA app. A direct complement to the Green Line for those splitting a journey between metro and inter-emirate coach.

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Al Twar Centre

Al Qusais · Community mall with supermarket, food court & retail

Shopping Mall ~600m walk

A community mall at approximately 600 metres from the station serving the surrounding Al Twar and Al Qusais residential areas with a supermarket, food court, pharmacy and everyday retail. It is primarily a neighbourhood facility for groceries and daily essentials rather than a destination mall. Opening hours are typically 10:00–22:00 daily; the supermarket may open earlier.

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Al Qusais Market

Al Qusais · Fresh produce & local goods market, very affordable

Local Market ~500m walk

A fresh produce and local goods market at 500 metres from the station, with fruit, vegetables and everyday staples at prices that consistently undercut supermarkets. Most active in the mornings before 10:00. Useful for Al Qusais residents who time a market run before or after catching the Green Line — the 500-metre walk is manageable from October to April.

How to Use Etisalat Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting Etisalat 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. Etisalat 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 G11. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Green Line G11

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By Bus

Route 7 runs from the station to Sonapur and the Muhaisnah bus terminals, covering the labour and residential zones to the north-east. Route C19 is a circular service through Al Qusais and Muhaisnah residential streets. Route X81 is an express bus connecting key interchange points along the Al Qusais corridor, reducing journey time on the route. Sharjah routes depart from the Sharjah Coach Terminal 300 metres from the station — services to Sharjah city run throughout the day from AED 5–10. All routes accept Nol Card; the Zone 1 fare covers both metro and bus journeys on the same card.

7C19X81Sharjah routes

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By Taxi / Ride-Hail

RTA taxis are available near the station exit. Approximate fares from Etisalat by e& Metro Station: Al Qusais Police Station (AED 10–15), Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 (AED 20–28), Terminal 3 (AED 22–32), Union / BurJuman (AED 25–35), Downtown Dubai (AED 45–60), Sharjah city (AED 20–35 depending on destination). Uber and Careem are available; Sharjah-destination ride-hail may attract higher base fares due to inter-emirate surcharges.

Walking Distances from Station

400m

Etisalat (e&) Headquarters

Business

300m

Al Qusais Residential Area

Residential

500m

Al Qusais Market

Shopping

300m

Sharjah Coach Terminal (buses)

Transport

600m

Al Twar Centre

Shopping

Nol Card Fares from Etisalat Metro Station — Zone 2

Etisalat 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.

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Terminal Station

Etisalat by e& is the last stop in this direction. Trains terminate and return from here. Allow a few extra minutes if catching the last service of the day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours for Etisalat by e& Station?

Etisalat by e& operates 05:00–00:00 Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday. On Fridays the station opens later: 10:00–01:00. Trains run every 3–7 minutes at peak times and every 7–10 minutes off-peak.

How do I top up my Nol Card at this station?

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.

Is Etisalat by e& a terminal station?

Yes, Etisalat by e& (G11) is a terminus — the end of the line in this direction. Trains reverse here and return in the opposite direction. The last departure times match the published closing hours for the station.

Where is Etisalat by e& Metro Station?

Etisalat by e& Metro Station (G11) is on the Green Line in Al Qusais, Dubai — the northern terminus of the Green Line. It is named after the adjacent Etisalat (e&) telecommunications headquarters, identifiable by its distinctive globe-topped tower. The station is also a major interchange for buses to Sharjah.

Is Etisalat by e& Station a good connection to Sharjah?

Yes. Etisalat by e& Station is the closest Dubai Metro stop to Sharjah. The Sharjah Coach Terminal is approximately 300 metres away, with affordable buses to Sharjah city running frequently. This makes it a popular commuter hub for people living in Sharjah and working in Dubai.

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

Etisalat 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 Etisalat 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). Etisalat 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 Etisalat 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 Etisalat Metro Station?

During peak hours (06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00 on weekdays) trains at Etisalat 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 Etisalat Metro Station Metro?

RTA bus routes 7, C19, X81 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Etisalat 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 Etisalat Metro Station.