Al Rigga Station (R17) sits at the heart of one of Deira's most vibrant commercial streets, lined with budget hotels, restaurants, currency exchange shops, and retail stores. It is a popular stop for backpackers and budget travellers, and provides easy access to the Dubai Creek area and the historic Deira Souqs.
Verified places at or within walking distance of Al Rigga Metro Station.
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Al Rigga Road Restaurants
Al Rigga Street, Deira · Dense strip of Lebanese, Indian & Filipino eateries
Dining StripAt Station
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Currency Exchange Row
Al Rigga Street · Multiple exchange bureaus with competitive rates
Financial Services~100m walk
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Al Rigga Park
Al Muraqabbat, Deira · Quiet community park with shaded seating
Parks~300m walk
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Riviera Hotel Dubai
Al Rigga Road · Classic Deira hotel popular with business travellers
★ 3.8~200m walk
Getting There
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By Metro
Red Line, Station R17. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).
Red LineR17
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By Bus
RTA bus routes 11, 42, C10 serve this station.
1142C10
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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
50m
Al Rigga Street Restaurants
Dining
200m
Riviera Hotel Dubai
Hotels
100m
Currency Exchange Row
Services
400m
Al Muraqabbat Police Station
Services
300m
Al Rigga Park
Parks
✦ 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
Al Rigga 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.
Al Rigga Metro Station (R17) is on the Red Line in Deira, Dubai, on Al Rigga Street. It is between City Centre Deira (R16) and Union (R18) stations, in the heart of Deira's commercial and dining district — just one stop from Deira City Centre Mall.
Al Rigga Street is lined with Lebanese, Indian, Filipino, and Middle Eastern restaurants within metres of the station exits. It is one of Deira's liveliest dining strips, with dozens of affordable eateries, bakeries, and juice bars open late. Currency exchange bureaus and small supermarkets are also right at the station.
From Al Rigga (R17), take the Red Line toward Expo 2020 direction — no transfer needed. Ride through Union and BurJuman to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station (R25). The journey takes approximately 20 minutes. Exit via the Dubai Mall link bridge to reach Burj Khalifa and the fountain.
