Line🔴 Route 2020
Station IDR72
ZoneZone 3
Fare (Silver)AED 7.50
Fare (Gold)AED 15.00
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
Al Furjan Metro Station platform
Al Furjan Metro Station, Dubai

About Al Furjan Metro Station — Route 2020 Line

Al Furjan metro station (R72) is on the Route 2020 Line in Nol Zone 3, serving the Al Furjan master-planned residential community developed by Nakheel Properties in the western reaches of Dubai. The station is ground-level — one of the few on the Dubai Metro network not elevated or underground — which gives it a more open, community-facing character. It is integrated with The Pavilion Al Furjan shopping centre directly alongside the station building, with direct covered access to shops and food outlets without stepping outside.

The Route 2020 Line extension opened in June 2020, just before the Expo 2020 event, bringing metro access to areas of western Dubai that had previously been car-dependent. Al Furjan station was part of this extension and quickly became the primary transit hub for the Al Furjan, Discovery Gardens, and parts of Jebel Ali Village communities. The station serves a growing residential population with many of the area's newer apartment developments marketed around proximity to the metro al furjan dubai connection.

The station is located on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road service roads within the Al Furjan development. The Pavilion Al Furjan is immediately adjacent with a Spinneys supermarket, pharmacies, cafes, and restaurants. Ibn Battuta Mall is approximately 3 kilometres east — a short taxi or two stops on the metro to Ibn Battuta station. Discovery Gardens is approximately 2.5 kilometres west by taxi or bus.

From the furjan metro station, key destinations on the Route 2020 Line are directly reachable: Expo City Dubai (Expo 2020 station) is approximately 15 minutes southwest; DMCC (Jumeirah Lakes Towers) is approximately 20 minutes northeast; Mall of the Emirates is approximately 30 minutes with one change at Jabal Ali onto the Red Line. The journey into Downtown Dubai takes approximately 45 minutes with a change to the Red Line at either Jabal Ali or DMCC.

The al furjan metro zone 3 designation means fares are higher than stations in Zone 1: Silver Nol Card fare is AED 6.50 for intra-zone 3 journeys and rises with each zone crossed. First-time visitors should note that the Nol Card daily cap of AED 20 Silver applies — so if you are making more than three long-distance Zone 3 journeys in a day, you stop paying after reaching the cap. The station has lifts, screen doors, Gold Class (Car 1), and a Women and Children's car (Car 3).

Opened
January 2021
Platform Type
Elevated
Platform Doors
Yes
Gold Class
Yes (Car 1)
Women & Children Car
Yes (Car 3)

About Al Furjan — Metro Near Al Furjan Community

Al Furjan is a Nakheel-developed master-planned residential community in western Dubai, consisting of villas, townhouses, and low-rise apartment blocks. It was developed in two phases — Al Furjan East and Al Furjan West — and caters primarily to families and professionals working in the Jebel Ali Free Zone or along Sheikh Zayed Road. The community has a deliberate "neighbourhood" feel with tree-lined internal streets, a cycling track, and community parks set between residential clusters.

The Pavilion Al Furjan is the commercial hub of the community, located directly at the metro near al furjan community station entrance. It contains a Spinneys supermarket, LIFE Pharmacy, cafes, restaurants, and several service businesses. A second commercial area — The Pavilion (South) — is approximately 800 metres away and contains additional dining and service options. The area around the station is pedestrian-friendly by Dubai western suburb standards, with covered walkways connecting the residential buildings to the station building.

Practical tips: Al Furjan is a car-oriented community despite the metro connection — bus services are limited and most internal community trips require a taxi or private car. The al furjan red line metro classification is a common informal name, but the station is technically on the Route 2020 extension, not the main Red Line trunk. The cycling track connects Al Furjan to Discovery Gardens and parts of Jebel Ali Village. Parking at The Pavilion is free for the first two hours, useful if picking up from the station by car.

Route 2020 — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 The Gardens R70 Visit →
Discovery Gardens R71 Visit →
Al Furjan R72 ← You are here
Jumeirah Golf Estates R73 Visit →
Dubai Investment Park R74 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places at or within walking distance of Al Furjan Metro Station.

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Paddock Restaurant

The Pavilion Al Furjan · Georgian cuisine & shisha · Open daily 10:00–01:00

★ 4.7 At The Pavilion

Located inside The Pavilion Al Furjan at the station entrance, Paddock Restaurant serves Georgian and continental cuisine with an outdoor shisha terrace. Open daily 10:00–01:00. With a 4.7-star rating, it is one of the best-reviewed restaurants in the Al Furjan community. The shisha area is particularly popular in the cooler months (November–March). Prices are mid-range for the area — mains from approximately AED 45–90. An easy post-commute dinner option for residents arriving via the al furjan metro station.

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Spinneys

The Pavilion Al Furjan · Premium supermarket · Open daily 08:00–23:00

★ 4.3 At The Pavilion

Spinneys is a premium supermarket chain popular with the Western and South African expatriate community in Dubai for its imported European products and high-quality fresh produce. This branch at The Pavilion Al Furjan is directly accessible from the station — no outdoor walk required. Open daily 08:00–23:00. Stocks a wide range of international grocery items, a deli counter, fresh bakery, and pharmacy products. Accepts Nol Card payments at some checkouts via contactless.

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LIFE Pharmacy — Al Furjan South Pavilion

South Pavilion, Al Furjan · Open daily 08:00–23:00

★ 4.6 At The Pavilion

LIFE Pharmacy is one of the UAE's largest pharmacy chains, and this branch at the Al Furjan Pavilion serves the community's healthcare needs. Open daily 08:00–23:00 with a licensed pharmacist on duty. Stocks prescription medications, over-the-counter treatments, vitamins, baby care, and personal care items. The branch also offers a home delivery service for those unable to collect in person. Conveniently located for metro near al furjan community commuters needing to collect prescriptions on the way home.

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Al Yaqeen Masjid

Al Furjan East · Next to The Pavilion, beside Spinneys · ~3 min walk

★ 4.6 ~3 min walk

Al Yaqeen Masjid is the community mosque of Al Furjan East, located approximately 3 minutes on foot from the station alongside The Pavilion. It serves the mosque needs of the local Muslim resident community, with prayer times broadcast and the facility maintained by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department. Non-Muslim visitors are welcome to enter respectfully outside prayer times — modest dress is required. The mosque has ablution facilities and a car park adjacent to The Pavilion.

How to Use Al Furjan Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting Al Furjan 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. Al Furjan 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

Route 2020, Station R72. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Route 2020 R72
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By Bus

RTA bus routes F39, 93 serve this station.

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Bus stops are at The Pavilion Al Furjan adjacent to the station. Route F39 is a community feeder connecting Al Furjan residential clusters to the metro station — useful for residents in the deeper parts of the community who are more than a 10-minute walk from the metro. Route 93 connects Al Furjan to Ibn Battuta and the surrounding western Dubai areas, providing an alternative to the metro for certain inter-community trips. Bus frequency is approximately every 20–30 minutes. All routes require a Nol Card.

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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.

RTA taxis are available outside the station entrance. Uber and Careem are often faster to book in this area than flagging a taxi at the stand. Approximate fares from Al Furjan metro station: Ibn Battuta Mall approximately AED 20–28 (3 km); Discovery Gardens approximately AED 20–30 (2.5 km); Dubai Marina approximately AED 45–60 (14 km); DIFC approximately AED 75–95 (28 km). Because Al Furjan is in a lower-traffic western area, taxis and ride-hail cars are plentiful during evenings and can be faster than the metro for shorter westward journeys within Dubai's Jebel Ali corridor.

Walking Distances from Station

Direct
The Pavilion Al Furjan (Al Furjan Centre)
Shopping · Food · Pharmacy
Direct
Spinneys Al Furjan
Supermarket · Inside The Pavilion
~3 min
Al Yaqeen Masjid
Mosque · Al Furjan East

Nol Card Fares from Al Furjan Metro Station — Zone 3

Al Furjan Metro Station is in Zone 3 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 11.50AED 18.00
BurJuman (interchange)BurJuman (R20)AED 6.50AED 13.00
Downtown Dubai / Burj KhalifaBurj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (R23)AED 6.50AED 13.00
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 6.50AED 13.00
Expo City DubaiExpo 2020 (R35)AED 3.00AED 6.00

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 3 applies here — AED 7.50 (Silver) / AED 15.00 (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

Al Furjan Metro Station (R72) is on the Route 2020 Line in the Al Furjan community, off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). It is an elevated station adjacent to The Pavilion Al Furjan mall and serves Al Furjan, Discovery Gardens, and Jebel Ali Village residents.
Al Furjan Metro Station operates 05:00–00:00 Monday to Thursday and Saturday–Sunday. On Fridays, service starts at 10:00 and closes at 01:00. Route 2020 trains connect to the main Red Line at Expo City / Ibn Battuta Station.
Al Furjan is served by the Route 2020 Line, an extension of the Dubai Metro Red Line. Trains run from Al Furjan through Expo City Dubai and connect to the Red Line at Jebel Ali and Ibn Battuta stations, giving access to the full network.
Al Furjan Metro Station is the nearest metro stop for Discovery Gardens residents. It is approximately 1–1.5 km from the Discovery Gardens cluster entrances. Several RTA bus routes also connect Discovery Gardens to the station. The walk takes around 15–20 minutes.
Take the Route 2020 Line from Al Furjan (R72) to Ibn Battuta or Jebel Ali Station, then switch to the Red Line towards Rashidiya. Alight at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station (R12). Total journey time is approximately 40–45 minutes.
Al Furjan 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). Al Furjan 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 Al Furjan 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 F39, 93 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Al Furjan 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 Al Furjan Metro Station.