Line🔴 Route 2020
Station IDR74
ZoneZone 3
Fare (Silver)AED 7.50
Fare (Gold)AED 15.00
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
DIP Metro Station platform
Dubai Investment Park Metro Station, Dubai

About Dubai Investment Park Metro Station 1 — Route 2020

Dubai investment park metro station 1 (R74) is on the Route 2020 Line in Nol Zone 3, located underground at the heart of the Dubai Investment Park (DIP) mixed-use development and Green Community residential area. The station is one of the few underground stations on the Dubai Metro network — a contrast to the majority of elevated stations on the Red and Green Lines. DIP 1 and DIP 2 refer to the two exits of the same station, not separate stations. Exit 1 faces Green Community East and the Fortune Park Hotel; Exit 2 faces Green Community West and The Market Mall.

The dip metro station opened in January 2021 as part of the Route 2020 extension to Expo City Dubai. Dubai Investment Park itself is a massive 2,300+ hectare mixed-use freehold development covering residential villa compounds, warehouse and light industrial zones, office parks, and the Green Community — a high-quality family residential development popular with European and South African expatriate families.

The metro dip dubai station provides the first rail link to this large community that had previously required private cars or long bus journeys to access the city. The Market Mall (accessible from Exit 2) is the community shopping centre with a supermarket, restaurants, cafes, and service outlets. The Green Community lake and park are also near Exit 2 and provide pleasant outdoor recreation space.

From the dip 1 metro station, key metro destinations take: Expo City Dubai (Route 2020 terminus) is 2 stops southwest (approximately 8 minutes); Al Furjan is 3 stops northeast (12 minutes); DMCC/JLT is approximately 6 stops northeast (22 minutes, with line running toward DMCC); Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall requires a change to the Red Line and takes approximately 50 minutes total. Zone 3 fares apply — AED 6.50 Silver for same-zone journeys.

A practical note for the metro to dubai investment park: the DIP industrial zones (warehouses, logistics hubs) are several kilometres from the metro station and require bus or taxi from the station. The industrial zone buses run from the station forecourt. Confirm your specific destination within DIP before arriving — the zone is large and navigating it without a car is challenging without knowing the specific sub-zone bus route.

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

About Green Community — Dubai Investment Park Metro Area

The Green Community is a high-quality low-density residential development within Dubai Investment Park, designed with sustainability principles including solar panels, energy-efficient architecture, and green landscaping. It consists of villa clusters, townhouse rows, and low-rise apartments built around a central lake and park. The community has a predominantly Western and South African resident base and is known for its quiet, family-friendly environment distinct from the density of central Dubai.

The Market Mall (accessible from dip 1 metro station Exit 2) is the community's retail and dining hub, containing a Carrefour Market, cafes, restaurants, a salon, and various service businesses. The lake and community park adjacent to the mall provide a pleasant public space. The Fortune Park Hotel is near Exit 1 and is the main hospitality option for business visitors to the DIP industrial zones.

Practical tips: the Green Community is a private residential development with security at the entry points. Visitors should inform their host to expect them or be prepared to present ID at the gate. For business visits to the DIP industrial and warehouse zones, the dubai investment park 1 metro station provides a public transport starting point but specific industrial addresses will likely require a taxi from the station. The area around the station has limited retail and dining options outside of The Market Mall.

Route 2020 — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 Al Furjan R72 Visit →
Jumeirah Golf Estates R73 Visit →
Dubai Investment Park R74 ← You are here
Expo 2020 R76 Visit →

Nearby Places

GPS-verified distances from Dubai Investment Park Metro Station, Green Community, DIP 1.

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Pan Asian 24/7 — Fortune Park Hotel

Fortune Park Hotel, DIP 1 · 24-hour restaurant · International cuisine · Open 24 hours

★ 4.0 ~1 min walk (~90m)

Pan Asian 24/7 is the hotel restaurant inside Fortune Park Hotel, located approximately 90 metres from the dubai investment park metro station 1 Exit 1 — the closest dining option to the station. Open 24 hours daily with a menu covering Asian and international dishes. Rated 4.0 stars. The hotel restaurant is a reliable option at unusual hours for DIP workers on rotating shifts, and a convenient first meal option for visitors arriving late to the area by the dip metro station. The Fortune Park Hotel also provides practical short-stay accommodation for business visitors to DIP's industrial zones.

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The Petshop Café

Near Premier Inn Hotel, E311, DIP 1 · Pet-friendly café · Coffee & snacks · Open daily 09:00–22:00

★ 4.7 ~6 min walk (~500m)

The Petshop Café near the Premier Inn Hotel on E311 is a pet-friendly café approximately 500 metres from the metro to dubai investment park exit — about a 6-minute walk. Rated 4.7 stars. Open daily 09:00–22:00 serving coffees, teas, and light snacks in a relaxed environment that welcomes visitors with pets. A popular stop for Green Community residents with dogs enjoying a morning walk before commuting from the dip 1 metro station. The adjacent Premier Inn is the budget hotel option for DIP visitors.

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Bubble Puff Café — Lake View, Green Community

Lake Views Apartments, Green Community · Lakeside café & shisha · Open daily 08:00–02:00

★ 4.8 · 1,142 reviews ~10 min walk (~800m) via Exit 2

Bubble Puff Café at Lake Views Apartments in the Green Community is the highest-rated nearby venue at 4.8 stars from 1,142 reviews — exceptional for a community café. Located approximately 800 metres from the dubai investment park 1 metro station via Exit 2, along the lakeside path. Open daily 08:00–02:00. Serves beverages, light food, and shisha in an outdoor lakeside setting popular with Green Community residents in the evenings. The lake view setting is particularly pleasant in the cooler months and on weekend mornings.

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The Market Mall — Green Community

DIP 1, Green Community · Community mall · Supermarket, restaurants, pharmacy, ATM · Open daily 10:00–22:00

★ 4.2 · 958 reviews ~12 min walk (~950m) via Exit 2

The Market Mall is the Green Community's retail centre, approximately 950 metres from the metro dip dubai station via Exit 2 — about a 12-minute walk. Rated 4.2 stars from 958 reviews. Contains a Carrefour Market supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants, cafes, ATMs, and service outlets. Open daily 10:00–22:00. The primary shopping destination for Green Community residents. A taxi from the station is practical for those with heavy shopping or during the summer heat, costing approximately AED 10–15 for the short distance.

How to Use DIP Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting DIP 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. DIP 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 R74. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Route 2020 R74
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By Bus

RTA bus routes F39, X93 serve this station.

F39X93

Bus stops are at the station forecourt. Route F39 is the community feeder connecting the Green Community's internal streets and villa clusters to the dubai investment park metro station 1 — essential for residents whose homes are too far to walk to the metro exit. Route X93 is an express service connecting DIP to Sharjah's Al Jubail Bus Station for Sharjah-based workers. Industrial zone feeder routes also connect from this station to DIP 1 and DIP 2 warehouse and industrial areas. Confirm specific route numbers for industrial destinations on the RTA website. 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 and ride-hail are available at the station exit. This is a lower-traffic suburban area and taxis may take slightly longer to arrive than in central Dubai — booking via the Careem or Uber app is recommended over street hailing. Approximate fares: The Market Mall approximately AED 10–15 (1 km); Al Furjan Metro Station approximately AED 25–35 (6 km); Ibn Battuta Mall approximately AED 30–40 (8 km); Mall of the Emirates approximately AED 55–70 (20 km); Dubai International Airport T3 approximately AED 85–110 (30 km). For the DIP industrial zones, taxis are often the only practical option as bus routes may not cover the exact destination address.

Walking Distances from Station

~1 min
Pan Asian 24/7 (Fortune Park Hotel)
DIP 1 · Open 24 hours · ~90m via Exit 1
~6 min
The Petshop Café / Premier Inn DIP
E311 road, DIP 1 · ~500m via Exit 1
~10 min
Bubble Puff Café (Lake View)
Green Community lake · 4.8★ · ~800m via Exit 2
~12 min
The Market Mall
Green Community · Supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants · ~950m via Exit 2
Bus F47/F48
DIP Industrial area & deeper residential zones
DIP is large — take connecting bus for destinations beyond ~1km

Nol Card Fares from DIP Metro Station — Zone 3

DIP 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

Dubai Investment Park 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.
DIP 1 and DIP 2 are not two different stations — they are Exit 1 and Exit 2 of the same Dubai Investment Park Metro Station (R74). Exit 1 (DIP 1) opens toward the Green Community East, Fortune Park Hotel and the E311 road side. Exit 2 (DIP 2) opens toward the Green Community West, The Market Mall and the lake area. When someone gives you an address in "DIP 1" or "DIP 2," it refers to the sub-zone of Dubai Investment Park, not a separate station.
Yes. DIP Metro Station is the common short name for Dubai Investment Park Metro Station (R74). DIP stands for Dubai Investment Park, one of Dubai's largest mixed-use freehold developments covering over 2,300 hectares with residential, commercial and light industrial zones in the Jebel Ali area.
RTA bus routes F47 and F48 connect Dubai Investment Park Metro Station to various zones within DIP. Danube Metro Station (R41) on the Red Line is also used by DIP commuters as an alternative connection — from Danube, buses F47 and F48 also serve DIP 1. Route X93 and F39 serve the area from the metro station. Check the RTA S'hail app for current schedules as DIP is a large district requiring bus connections to reach specific buildings.
Dubai Investment Park is in Zone 3 — the highest fare zone. A single journey fare is AED 7.50 (Silver Nol) or AED 15.00 (Gold Class). Travelling to Zone 1 stations (e.g. BurJuman, Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall) costs AED 7.50. To Zone 2 stations the fare is AED 5.00. A daily cap protects frequent travellers from paying more than a set maximum per day.