Line🟢 Green Line
Station IDG25
ZoneZone 1
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Nol ZoneZone 1
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
Sharaf DG Metro Station platform
Sharaf DG Metro Station, Dubai

About Sharaf DG Metro Station

Sharaf DG Metro Station (G25) is a Green Line station in Mankhool, Bur Dubai, named under a commercial naming rights arrangement after Sharaf DG Electronics — one of the UAE's largest consumer electronics chains. The station is in Nol Zone 1, meaning a Silver Nol Card journey to most Green Line destinations costs AED 3.00. It sits on the western arc of the Green Line as the line sweeps from Oud Metha northward through Bur Dubai toward BurJuman.

Sharaf DG Metro Station opened in September 2011 as part of the Green Line's inaugural run. Mankhool is one of the older residential districts in Bur Dubai, with a population mix of South Asian, Southeast Asian and Arab communities living in low-to-mid-rise apartment buildings. The area has a practical, everyday character — few tourist attractions but a strong concentration of affordable dining, community mosques, clinics, and small retail.

The station is on Al Mankhool Road, one of the main streets running through the district. Sharaf DG Electronics' main store is approximately 200 metres from the exit. The Bur Dubai waterfront and souq area along the Creek are reachable in about 600 metres on foot heading east, and Capitol Hotel sits around 400 metres away. Mankhool Road itself hosts a dense strip of restaurants serving Filipino, Indian, and Pakistani cuisines within 300 metres of the station.

From Sharaf DG Metro Station, BurJuman — a major Red/Green Line interchange — is one stop north (approximately 2 minutes). Al Ghubaiba, the next station south toward the Creek, is about 3 minutes in the other direction. BurJuman Centre mall is accessible from BurJuman Station via a covered walkway, making it easy to reach from here with a single-stop ride.

Sharaf DG Metro Station is popular with residents of Mankhool and Karama, workers in the commercial offices along Al Mankhool Road, and shoppers visiting the electronics store or heading to the Creek waterfront. The Zone 1 Silver Nol Card fare covers most Green Line journeys from here, with the daily travel cap at AED 20. Bus routes 9, C3 and C11 extend coverage into surrounding streets.

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

About Mankhool — Sharaf DG Metro Station Area

Mankhool is a mid-density residential district in Bur Dubai that developed steadily through the 1980s and 1990s. The neighbourhood has a distinctly South Asian and Southeast Asian character, with a large Filipino community concentrated along Mankhool Road and side streets. You will find remittance centres, Filipino grocery stores, Tagalog-language signage and community churches within minutes of Sharaf DG Metro Station alongside Indian and Pakistani restaurants and fabric shops.

The Creek waterfront is the nearest heritage area, roughly 600 metres east — the Bur Dubai Souq and abra crossing to Deira are accessible on foot. Capitol Hotel at 400 metres is the main mid-range accommodation option. Sharaf DG Electronics at 200 metres anchors the commercial identity of the immediate area; the store stocks laptops, phones, home appliances and gaming gear across multiple floors and is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00.

Bus routes 9 and C11 from the station connect into the broader Bur Dubai residential grid, while C3 provides a circular link to nearby attractions. For BurJuman Mall and the Red Line interchange, one metro stop is faster than any bus. The last metro departs around midnight Sunday to Thursday and 01:00 on Fridays — plan return journeys accordingly if dining late in the area.

Green Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 Al Ras G23 Visit →
Al Ghudaiba G24 Visit →
Sharaf DG G25 ← You are here
BurJuman R19 Visit →
Oud Metha G27 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places at or within walking distance of Sharaf DG Metro Station.

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Sharaf DG Electronics

Bur Dubai · One of UAE's largest electronics retailers — TVs, phones & appliances

The flagship Sharaf DG outlet at 200 metres is one of the chain's largest locations, stocking laptops, smartphones, televisions, home appliances and gaming gear across multiple floors. Open daily 10:00–22:00. Prices are fixed and displayed; the store runs regular promotions around UAE public holidays. Walk directly from the station exit — the signage is visible from the metro entrance.

★ 4.2 ~200m walk
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Bur Dubai Souq

Bur Dubai · Fabric & textile souq alongside the historic Creek

The Bur Dubai Textile Souq runs along the Creek waterfront and is one of the better places in Dubai to buy fabrics, embroidered cloth, pashminas and traditional dress materials at competitive prices. The 600-metre walk east along Al Fahidi Street takes about 8 minutes. Once there, the abra crossing to Deira Gold Souq costs AED 1 and operates continuously until around midnight.

★ 4.4 ~600m walk
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Mankhool Road Restaurants

Mankhool · Mix of Filipino, Indian & Pakistani eateries on a lively street

Within 300 metres of the station, Mankhool Road hosts an informal dining strip popular with the local Filipino, Indian and Pakistani resident communities. Expect rice dishes, biryani, grilled meats, and Filipino comfort food at AED 15–40 per meal. Many outlets are open from early morning until after midnight; cash is typically expected at smaller spots. Busiest during lunch (13:00–15:00) and after 20:00.

Dining Strip ~300m walk
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Capitol Hotel Dubai

Mankhool · Well-known mid-range hotel in Bur Dubai

A long-established mid-range hotel about 400 metres from the station, Capitol Hotel is a reliable option in Bur Dubai with rooms typically priced AED 280–450 per night. The in-house restaurant serves international and Indian food. The 400-metre walk from Sharaf DG Metro Station takes under 6 minutes along Al Mankhool Road heading south toward the Creek side.

★ 3.8 ~400m walk

How to Use Sharaf DG Metro Station Metro Station

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

  1. Look for the Dubai Metro logo (red M on white background) on street signage. Sharaf DG 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 G25. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Green Line G25
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By Bus

RTA bus routes 9, C3, C11 serve this station.

Route 9 covers the Oud Metha and Bur Dubai residential network, running roughly every 15–20 minutes and serving streets not directly on the metro line. C3 is a circular route linking Bur Dubai attractions and the Creek zone, useful for the Textile Souq and Al Fahidi area. C11 extends to the Deira side and connects to the Bur Dubai corridor toward Al Ghubaiba. All services accept Nol Card — Zone 1 fare AED 3.00 Silver.

9C3C11
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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.

Typical metered fares from Sharaf DG Metro Station: BurJuman Mall AED 8–12 (easier by metro, 1 stop); Al Ghubaiba / Creek waterfront AED 10–15; Wafi Mall AED 18–25; Downtown Dubai / Dubai Mall AED 28–40; Dubai Airport T1 AED 40–55; Dubai Airport T3 AED 45–60; Dubai Marina AED 60–80. Uber and Careem are reliable in Bur Dubai and usually quicker to book in this area than hailing on the street.

Walking Distances from Station

200m
Sharaf DG Electronics
Shopping
300m
Mankhool Road Restaurants
Dining
400m
Capitol Hotel
Hotels
600m
Bur Dubai Souq
Shopping
400m
Regal Plaza Hotel Dubai
Hotels

Nol Card Fares from Sharaf DG Metro Station — Zone 1

Sharaf DG Metro Station is in Zone 1 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 T1Terminal 1 (R14)AED 8.00AED 11.00
BurJuman (interchange)BurJuman (R20)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Downtown Dubai / Burj KhalifaBurj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (R23)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Mall of the EmiratesMall of the Emirates (R25)AED 5.00AED 10.00
Jumeirah Lakes TowersDMCC (R27)AED 5.00AED 10.00
Union (interchange)Union (R19)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Expo City DubaiExpo 2020 (R35)AED 6.50AED 13.00

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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sharaf DG 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.
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.
Sharaf DG Metro Station (G25) is on the Green Line in Bur Dubai, between BurJuman (G26) and Oud Metha (G27) stations — wait, I need to check the order. G25 is between G24 Al Ghudaiba and G26 BurJuman. It is on Al Mankhool Road in Bur Dubai, named after Sharaf DG Electronics nearby.
Sharaf DG Electronics — one of the UAE's largest consumer electronics retailers — is approximately 200 metres away. Bur Dubai Souq (a fabric and textile market along the Creek) is about 600 metres. Mankhool Road offers a lively strip of Filipino, Indian, and Pakistani restaurants within walking distance.
From Sharaf DG (G25), take the Green Line one stop toward Etisalat direction to BurJuman Station (G26). The journey takes approximately 2 minutes. BurJuman is a major interchange where you can switch to the Red Line, or access BurJuman Mall directly via covered walkway.
Sharaf DG 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.
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). Sharaf DG 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.
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.
During peak hours (06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00 on weekdays) trains at Sharaf DG 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.
RTA bus routes 9, C3, C11 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Sharaf DG 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 Sharaf DG Metro Station.