Line🔴 Red Line
Station IDR32
ZoneZone 2
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Nol ZoneZone 2
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
Mall of Emirates Metro Station platform
Mall of the Emirates Metro Station, Dubai
Mall of the Emirates station entrance

About MOE Metro Station — Mall of the Emirates

MOE metro station (R32) is a Red Line station in Zone 2, directly integrated with the Mall of the Emirates — one of Dubai's most visited retail and entertainment complexes. The station is positioned between Equiti (R31) and Mashreq (R33) on the Red Line, serving the Al Barsha area on Sheikh Zayed Road. The mall of emirates metro station is one of the busiest non-interchange stations on the network, particularly on weekends when visitor volumes to the mall and Ski Dubai peak.

The mall of the emirates metro red line station opened in September 2009. A covered, air-conditioned walkway connects directly from the station fare gates into the mall — no outdoor exposure required. This integration is one of the best examples of transit-mall connectivity in Dubai, making the station the easiest access point for the mall year-round. Zone 2 fares apply for all journeys from this station. Trains run every 3–4 minutes at peak and 7–10 minutes off-peak.

Mall of the Emirates covers 223,000 square metres of gross leasable area and houses over 700 stores across its main mall and linked Fashion Dome. Ski Dubai, the first indoor ski slope in the Middle East with real snow, is located within the mall complex and is approximately 100 metres from the station exit via the covered walkway. The Kempinski Hotel MOE is directly connected at around 200 metres. Al Barsha Pond Park, one of Dubai's most popular neighbourhood parks with jogging tracks, cycling paths, and weekend markets, is 400 metres away.

From metro moe dubai, four key destinations are reachable: DMCC and Dubai Marina (R37, 5 stops toward Expo, approximately 13 minutes); Equiti station and the Al Quoz area (R31, 1 stop toward Rashidiya, approximately 3 minutes); Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa (R25, 7 stops toward Rashidiya, approximately 18 minutes); and Dubai Internet City (R34, 2 stops toward Expo, approximately 6 minutes) for the tech campus corridor. All involve straightforward same-line travel with no interchange.

The station is used by a very broad demographic — mall shoppers, Ski Dubai visitors, hotel guests at Kempinski, Al Barsha residents, and workers in nearby commercial areas. For first-time visitors to the ski dubai metro station, the key tip is to book Ski Dubai tickets online in advance, especially on Friday and Saturday when sessions sell out quickly. Weekend evenings at Mall of the Emirates are extremely busy; if using metro to mall of emirates during this time, allow extra time for crowded escalators inside the mall. The metro entirely removes the parking stress that affects this mall on peak days.

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

About Al Barsha — MOE Metro Station Area

Al Barsha is one of Dubai's most established mid-density residential and commercial areas, developing rapidly after the 2003–2008 building boom. It is divided into Al Barsha 1, Al Barsha 2, and Al Barsha 3, with Al Barsha 1 being the most developed — a grid of villa compounds, mid-rise apartments, and local retail strips that runs south from Sheikh Zayed Road toward Al Barsha Pond Park. The area is popular with families and long-term Dubai residents who value proximity to amenities and good transport links while maintaining more space than downtown areas offer.

Mall of the Emirates is the centrepiece of the area — a massive retail and entertainment complex that draws visitors from across the emirate and from tourists staying in nearby Jumeirah hotels. Its Al Barsha address gives it a mid-city location that is accessible from almost every part of Dubai in under 30 minutes by metro. Al Barsha Pond Park, 400 metres from the moe metro station, is a genuine neighbourhood asset — a large public park built around a man-made pond that hosts weekend night markets, food trucks, and family activities particularly popular from October through March.

Practical tips: Mall of the Emirates' Ski Dubai requires advance booking, particularly on weekends and during school holidays. The mall itself stays open until 00:00 on weekdays and 01:00 on Thursdays and Fridays — always check the last metro time before planning a late visit (metro to mall of emirates runs until 00:00 on weeknights). Al Barsha Pond Park is at its best in the evening during cooler months, with the Sunday farmers' market being a favourite for residents. The area is well-served by taxis and ride-hailing apps, but parking at the mall itself can become congested on weekends even with the large multi-storey car park.

Red Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 Onpassive R29 Visit →
equiti R31 Visit →
Mall of the Emirates R32 ← You are here
Mashreq R33 Visit →
Dubai Internet City R34 Visit →

Nearby Places

Verified places at or within walking distance of Mall of the Emirates Metro Station.

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Mall of the Emirates

Al Barsha · One of Dubai's largest malls — 700+ stores, dining & entertainment

★ 4.5 Connected

Mall of the Emirates is one of Dubai's flagship retail and entertainment destinations, housing over 700 stores across its main mall and the linked Fashion Dome. Key anchors include Carrefour, Harvey Nichols, Waitrose, VOX Cinemas, Magic Planet, and Ski Dubai. Rated 4.5/5 from hundreds of thousands of visitors. Hours 10:00–00:00 Sunday–Wednesday, 10:00–01:00 Thursday–Saturday. The moe metro station connects directly to the mall via a covered air-conditioned walkway — walk time from fare gates to mall interior approximately 4–6 minutes with no outdoor exposure.

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Ski Dubai

Mall of the Emirates · Indoor ski slope with real snow, penguins & snowpark

★ 4.2 ~100m walk

Ski Dubai is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East, featuring a 400-metre ski slope with real snow, a snowpark with tube rides and tobogganing, and the famous Snow Penguins experience. Rated 4.2/5 with a well-established reputation as a major family attraction. Session prices approximately AED 150–330 depending on activity and duration — book online in advance, especially for weekends. The facility is 100 metres from the ski dubai metro station exit via the mall's covered walkway on Level 2. Best visited on weekday mornings for shorter queues.

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Kempinski Hotel MOE

Mall of the Emirates · Luxury 5-star hotel directly connected to the mall

★ 4.5 ~200m walk

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is a five-star property directly integrated into the mall complex. The hotel offers views of Ski Dubai's slope from certain rooms and has direct internal access to the mall via a connecting walkway. Rated 4.5/5. It is one of the most metro-accessible five-star hotels in Dubai — the mall of emirates metro station is effectively the hotel's front door for guests arriving by public transport. Multiple restaurant and bar options on-site; concierge can arrange mall and Ski Dubai bookings. 200 metres from station via the mall walkway.

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Al Barsha Pond Park

Al Barsha · Jogging track, cycling path & popular weekend markets

★ 4.6 ~400m walk

Al Barsha Pond Park is one of Dubai's most popular neighbourhood parks, built around a central man-made pond with a 2 km jogging circuit, dedicated cycling path, children's play areas, and open green spaces. Rated 4.6/5 from thousands of reviews. Free entry, open 24 hours. The park hosts a popular Sunday farmers' market and regular outdoor events from October through April. The 400-metre walk from metro to mall of emirates station crosses Al Barsha 1's residential streets — straightforward but best done in cooler hours given the lack of shade on the route.

How to Reach Mall of the Emirates from Mall of Emirates Metro Station Metro

This station has a direct covered connection to Mall of the Emirates, making it the easiest and most affordable way to reach the destination. Here is the step-by-step route.

  1. Tap your Nol Card at the exit gates and follow the overhead signs for "Mall of the Emirates". There are multiple exits at this station — make sure you follow the correct signs for the mall entrance rather than the street exits.

  2. A covered air-conditioned walkway or bridge connects directly to the mall entrance. No outdoor walking is required. The link is accessible at all hours that the metro operates and is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

  3. The walkway leads you directly into Mall of the Emirates. From here all mall facilities, restaurants, and attractions are accessible. Walk time from metro gates to inside the mall is approximately 3–6 minutes.

  4. To return to the metro follow the "Metro Station" signs inside the mall. Last trains depart at approximately 00:00 Sunday to Thursday and Saturday, and at 01:00 on Fridays. Check the RTA Dubai app for the next departure time before leaving the mall.

Weekend tip: Parking at this location is extremely limited on Friday and Saturday evenings. The metro is the recommended way to visit — it is faster, cheaper, and avoids all parking stress. A Silver Nol Card journey from most Dubai areas costs AED 3.00–6.50.

Getting There

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By Metro

Red Line, Station R32. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Red Line R32
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By Bus

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

29X28F28

Route 29 runs along Sheikh Zayed Road connecting Al Quoz, Satwa, and Al Ghubaiba Bus Station — frequency every 15–20 minutes, journey to Satwa around 20 minutes. Route X28 is a direct express to Sharjah (Al Jubail Bus Station) with stops in Al Barsha and Al Nahda — approximately 45–55 minutes to Sharjah, runs every 20–30 minutes, Nol Card required. Route F28 is the Al Barsha feeder serving Jumeirah and Al Safa residential areas not reachable on foot from the metro — every 15–20 minutes, 12–18 minutes to Jumeirah Beach Road stops. Pay with Nol Card at the bus stop reader for the standard zone fare.

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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.

Approximate RTA taxi fares from MOE Metro Station: Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa AED 20–28 (20–25 min); Dubai Marina AED 18–25 (15–20 min); Dubai Airport T3 AED 55–75 (30–40 min, depending on traffic); Alserkal Avenue / Al Quoz AED 12–18 (10–15 min); JBR / The Beach AED 20–30 (18–25 min). Uber and Careem are typically AED 3–7 less than metered taxis for these routes. The taxi bay is at the station ground level exit marked with a yellow sign.

Walking Distances from Station

Connected
Mall of the Emirates
Shopping
100m
Ski Dubai
Leisure
200m
Kempinski Hotel MOE
Hotels
400m
Al Barsha Pond Park
Parks
100m
Reel Cinemas (MoE)
Entertainment

Nol Card Fares from Mall of Emirates Metro Station — Zone 2

Mall of Emirates 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

Mall of the Emirates 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.
Mall of the Emirates Metro Station (R32) is on the Red Line on Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Barsha, Dubai. It is between Equiti (R31) and Mashreq (R33) stations and is directly connected to Mall of the Emirates — one of Dubai's largest shopping malls — via a covered walkway.
Yes. The station connects directly to Mall of the Emirates, and Ski Dubai — the UAE's only indoor ski slope with real snow — is inside the mall, approximately 100 metres from the metro entry point. VOX Cinemas, Reel Cinemas, and the Kempinski Hotel MOE are all inside the same complex.
Yes. Mall of the Emirates has extensive parking for shoppers. However, if you're commuting, you can Park-and-Ride: drive to the station's dedicated parking area and take the Red Line into the city. This is one of the most popular Park-and-Ride spots on the Red Line.
Mall of Emirates 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). Mall of Emirates 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.
The last trains from Mall of Emirates Metro Station depart at approximately 23:50 (11:50 PM) Sunday to Thursday and Saturday. On Fridays and the eve of public holidays the last train runs at approximately 00:50 (12:50 AM). Always check the RTA Dubai app for the exact last departure time on the day you travel. If you are visiting on a Friday evening allow extra time — the station gets very busy after 21:00.
Yes, Mall of Emirates Metro Station is the designated metro station for this destination and has a direct covered connection. Using Mall of Emirates Metro Station is the recommended and most direct metro route. Check the walking guide section above for the exact walkway directions and estimated walking time from the station gates to the mall entrance.