Line🔴 Red Line
Station IDR31
ZoneZone 2
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Nol ZoneZone 2
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
Equiti Metro Station platform
Equiti Metro Station, Dubai
Equiti station entrance
Equiti station area

About Equiti Metro Station

Equiti metro station (R31) is a Dubai Metro Red Line station in Zone 2, positioned on Sheikh Zayed Road in the Al Quoz area between Onpassive (R29) and Mall of the Emirates (R32). The station takes its name from Equiti, a global multi-asset financial services group, through RTA's station naming rights programme — a scheme used across many outer-zone stations on the Red Line. The station serves one of the denser mid-city residential and commercial strips along the Sheikh Zayed Road corridor, directly south of Business Bay and the Dubai Water Canal.

The equiti metro dubai station opened in September 2009 as part of the original Red Line rollout. Passenger volumes here reflect the mixed residential and commercial character of the area — a steady flow of office workers from nearby towers and residents of Al Safa and the surrounding SZR residential buildings using the metro for daily commuting. Zone 2 fares apply, making it slightly more expensive than Zone 1 trips but significantly cheaper than trips requiring Zone 3 travel. Trains run every 3–4 minutes at peak and 7–10 minutes off-peak throughout the day.

The station sits on the elevated Red Line track running along Sheikh Zayed Road. Immediately to the east, Al Safa neighbourhood begins — a mid-density residential area with villas and apartment blocks. Al Safa Park, one of Dubai's most popular community parks with lakes, jogging tracks, and tennis courts, is approximately 800 metres from the station. The Dubai Water Canal pedestrian bridge is around 600 metres, offering one of the best elevated views of the canal and the Jumeirah skyline beyond. Spinneys supermarket at 400 metres is the closest full-service grocery option.

From equiti metro station, four major destinations are conveniently reachable: Mall of the Emirates (R32, 1 stop, approximately 3 minutes) is the obvious retail destination one stop toward Expo; Business Bay station (R26, 5 stops in the opposite direction, approximately 12 minutes) connects to the Business Bay and Downtown corridor; DMCC/JLT (R36, 5 stops toward Expo, approximately 13 minutes) reaches Dubai Marina and the DMCC cluster; and Dubai International Airport T3 (R18, approximately 25 minutes) is reachable without a transfer on the Red Line. All these journeys require careful direction checking at the platform.

This station is primarily used by residents of the SZR residential towers and Al Safa neighbourhood, plus office workers in the commercial towers on Sheikh Zayed Road. For first-time visitors, the most useful tip is that the metro station equiti red line sits at a mid-point of the line — equidistant from central areas like Downtown Dubai and outer destinations like Marina and Expo. This makes it a convenient staging point for day trips across the city. The equiti metro al quoz area has good walkable amenities and a pleasant canal-side promenade accessible on foot from the station.

Opened
September 2009
Platform Type
Elevated
Platform Doors
Yes
Gold Class
Yes (Car 1)
Women & Children Car
Yes (Car 3)

About Al Quoz & Al Safa — Equiti Metro Station Area

Al Quoz is one of Dubai's most diverse neighbourhoods — a zone where industrial warehouses and art galleries, residential towers and logistics companies all coexist side by side. The Alserkal Avenue arts district, home to dozens of contemporary galleries, creative studios, and cultural venues, sits in the Al Quoz industrial precinct and has become one of the most visited arts destinations in the Middle East. The equiti metro al quoz catchment spans this creative-industrial mix on one side and the quieter mid-density residential area of Al Safa on the other.

Al Safa is a traditional residential neighbourhood popular with long-term Dubai residents who prefer villa-style living with access to the city's transport network. Al Safa Park — 1.8 square kilometres of landscaped green space — anchors the neighbourhood and is one of the few large parks in central Dubai with lakes, a jogging circuit, tennis courts, and a cycling track. The Dubai Water Canal, which cuts through from Business Bay to the sea, is accessible via a scenic pedestrian bridge about 600 metres from equiti metro station, offering views of the Jumeirah skyline.

Practical tips: For the metro near dubai frame — note that Dubai Frame is actually closer to Onpassive station (R29) or World Trade Centre (R22), not Equiti. Alserkal Avenue (the arts hub) is approximately 2 km from Equiti station and best reached by taxi from the station. Al Safa Park charges a small entry fee and is most pleasant before 09:00 or after 16:00 during cooler months. Street parking on SZR is limited; using the metro is strongly recommended for visitors.

Red Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 Business Bay R26 Visit →
Onpassive R29 Visit →
equiti R31 ← You are here
Mall of the Emirates R32 Visit →
Mashreq R33 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places at or within walking distance of Equiti Metro Station.

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Equiti Group Office

Sheikh Zayed Road · Global financial services company headquarters

Business ~300m walk

Equiti Group is the global multi-asset financial services company that holds the naming rights to this metro station. Their regional offices are housed in a commercial tower approximately 300 metres from the station on Sheikh Zayed Road. The office is not open to visitors but provides context for the station's name. For professionals with meetings at Equiti, the station entrance is a direct connection to the building's ground floor lobby area.

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Spinneys Supermarket

Sheikh Zayed Road · Premium British-style supermarket

★ 4.3 ~400m walk

Spinneys is one of Dubai's leading premium supermarkets, particularly well known for its British and South African product range, fresh bakery section, and high-quality deli counter. The branch near equiti metro station serves the dense SZR residential corridor. Hours approximately 07:00–00:00 daily. The 400-metre walk from the station is partly along the service road running parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road — straightforward and signposted from the station exits.

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Al Safa Park

Al Safa · Large community park with lakes, jogging track & sports courts

★ 4.5 ~800m walk

Al Safa Park is one of Dubai's largest public parks at 1.8 square kilometres, featuring two lakes, a 2.4 km jogging track, tennis courts, a cycling path, paddle boats, a play area, and a café. Rated 4.5/5 with thousands of visitor reviews. Entrance fee AED 3. Hours 08:00–23:00 Saturday–Wednesday, 08:00–23:30 Thursday–Friday. The 800-metre walk from equiti metro station takes approximately 10 minutes through the Al Safa residential streets — best done in the morning or evening to avoid heat.

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Dubai Water Canal Bridge

Al Safa · Iconic pedestrian bridge over the Dubai Water Canal

Landmark ~600m walk

The Dubai Water Canal pedestrian bridge is a striking architectural structure crossing the 3-kilometre inland waterway that connects Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf. The bridge offers elevated views of the canal, Jumeirah, and the city skyline and is popular with photographers, joggers, and evening walkers. Access is free and it is open 24 hours. The 600-metre walk from equiti red line dubai station takes approximately 8 minutes. Evenings are particularly scenic when the bridge and canal promenade are lit.

How to Use Equiti Metro Station Metro Station

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

Red Line, Station R31. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Red Line R31
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By Bus

RTA bus routes 29, F28, X28 serve this station.

29F28X28

Bus stops are on the Sheikh Zayed Road service road adjacent to the station. Route 29 connects along the SZR corridor toward Satwa and Al Ghubaiba — useful for reaching areas not directly on the metro line. Route F28 is a feeder connecting into the Jumeirah and Al Safa residential streets that are away from the metro track. Route X28 is an express service running to Sharjah, making this station a useful interchange for Sharjah-based professionals working in the Al Quoz corridor. Nol Card required; frequencies vary from approximately 12–25 minutes.

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By Taxi / Ride-Hail

RTA taxis available at the station exit. Uber and Careem also serve this area.

RTA taxis and Careem/Uber are readily available on Sheikh Zayed Road adjacent to the station. Approximate fares from equiti metro station: Mall of the Emirates approximately AED 12–18 (3 km, 5–10 min); Dubai Marina approximately AED 30–45 (10 km); Downtown Dubai approximately AED 25–35 (10 km); Alserkal Avenue (Al Quoz arts district) approximately AED 15–22 (3 km); Dubai International Airport T3 approximately AED 55–75 (18 km). For central destinations, the metro is typically faster and cheaper than taxis during peak hours when SZR traffic is heavy.

Walking Distances from Station

200m
SZR Residential Towers
Residential
400m
Spinneys Supermarket
Shopping
300m
Equiti Group Office
Business
800m
Al Safa Park (North)
Parks
600m
Dubai Canal Bridge
Landmark

Nol Card Fares from Equiti Metro Station — Zone 2

Equiti 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 T1Terminal 1 (R14)AED 10.00AED 15.00
BurJuman (interchange)BurJuman (R20)AED 5.00AED 10.00
Downtown Dubai / Burj KhalifaBurj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (R23)AED 5.00AED 10.00
Mall of the EmiratesMall of the Emirates (R25)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Jumeirah Lakes TowersDMCC (R27)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Union (interchange)Union (R19)AED 5.00AED 10.00
Expo City DubaiExpo 2020 (R35)AED 5.00AED 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

equiti 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.
Equiti Metro Station (R31) is on the Red Line on Sheikh Zayed Road, between ONPASSIVE (Al Quoz) and Mall of the Emirates (R32) stations. It is an elevated station in the Al Safa / SZR corridor, named after the Equiti financial services group whose office is nearby.
Equiti Station is in a mixed-use Sheikh Zayed Road corridor. Spinneys supermarket is about 400 metres away. Al Safa Park — Dubai's popular community park with jogging paths and sports courts — is approximately 800 metres away. The Dubai Water Canal pedestrian bridge is also within walking distance.
From Equiti (R31), take the Red Line one stop toward Expo direction to Mall of the Emirates Station (R32). The journey takes approximately 2 minutes. Mall of the Emirates is directly connected to the station via a covered walkway, including Ski Dubai and Kempinski Hotel MOE.
Equiti 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). Equiti 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 Equiti 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 29, F28, X28 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Equiti 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 Equiti Metro Station.