Line🔴 Red Line
Station IDR33
ZoneZone 2
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Nol ZoneZone 2
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
Mashreq Metro Station platform
Mashreq Metro Station, Dubai
Mashreq station entrance

About Mashreq Metro Station

Mashreq metro station (R33) is a Red Line station in Zone 2, located in the Al Barsha 1 area between Mall of the Emirates (R32) and Dubai Internet City (R34). The station is named after Mashreq Bank — one of the UAE's oldest private banks — through RTA's naming rights programme. It serves the Al Barsha residential community, one of Dubai's most established mid-to-premium expatriate neighbourhoods, as well as workers commuting through this section of Sheikh Zayed Road toward the media, technology, and education corridors to the south.

The mashreq metro dubai station opened in September 2009. It has a quieter passenger profile than the adjacent Mall of the Emirates station, serving primarily Al Barsha residents and workers rather than retail visitors. Zone 2 fares apply. The station is one stop from both Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Internet City, positioning it as a convenient intermediate station for the Al Barsha residential community that is centrally located between major commercial destinations on either side.

The station is positioned on Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Barsha 1. Al Barsha Mall — a community retail centre — is approximately 400 metres away. Al Barsha Pond Park, with its jogging track, cycle path, and weekend outdoor market, is within easy walking distance. The American School of Dubai is 500 metres. Al Barsha Health Centre provides primary healthcare 400 metres from the metro station mashreq red line exits. The area is a popular landing spot for new arrivals to Dubai given its strong community infrastructure and metro access.

From mashreq metro station, four major destinations are accessible: Mall of the Emirates (R32, 1 stop, approximately 3 minutes) for shopping and Ski Dubai; Dubai Internet City (R34, 1 stop, approximately 3 minutes) for the tech campus; DMCC and Dubai Marina (R37, 4 stops toward Expo, approximately 10 minutes); and Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa (R25, 8 stops toward Rashidiya, approximately 20 minutes). All these journeys are on the same Red Line without any transfer requirement.

The primary users of mashreq metro zone 2 station are Al Barsha residents, school families at American School of Dubai and neighbouring institutions, and professionals working in the SZR commercial towers. For first-time visitors, the most relevant tip is that this station is the best metro access for Al Barsha 1's residential streets and local dining scene — notably the area south of the station with cafés, restaurants, and small shopping streets. The metro to palm jumeirah mashreq connection is possible via a taxi or bus from here, though it is more convenient from Dubai Internet City or Nakheel Harbour & Tower stations further south.

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

About Al Barsha 1 — Mashreq Metro Station Area

Al Barsha 1 is the core of the Al Barsha district — a mid-density residential area that developed primarily between 2003 and 2010 with a mix of villa compounds, apartment blocks, and small retail strips. It is one of the most popular neighbourhoods for expatriate families and professionals who want good metro access while living in a less dense environment than Downtown or JBR. The street network runs south from Sheikh Zayed Road and contains dozens of small restaurants, cafés, pharmacies, grocery stores, and service businesses catering to the resident population.

The mashreq metro zone 2 station's catchment area is characterised by a strong community infrastructure — Al Barsha Health Centre serves the public health needs of the area, American School of Dubai and several other schools provide education, and Al Barsha Mall provides daily retail. What distinguishes Al Barsha 1 from other residential areas is its position between two major commercial clusters: Mall of the Emirates 1 stop north and the Knowledge Village/Dubai Internet City tech corridor 1 stop south. Residents can reach either in 3 minutes by metro.

Practical tips: The metro near nakheel mall reference in searches reflects the fact that Nakheel Mall on Palm Jumeirah is accessible from this area via the Palm Monorail, which is most easily reached from the Nakheel Harbour & Tower metro station (nearby on the Red Line). For Al Barsha 1 visitors using metro station mashreq red line, the neighbourhood is best explored on foot in the streets south of the station — the local café and restaurant scene is good and less expensive than the mall food court. Avoid arriving by car on school mornings (07:30–08:30) as drop-off traffic is significant.

Red Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 equiti R31 Visit →
Mall of the Emirates R32 Visit →
Mashreq R33 ← You are here
Dubai Internet City R34 Visit →
Al Khail R35 Visit →

Nearby Places

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

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Al Barsha Mall

Al Barsha 1 · Community mall with supermarket, food court & retail

★ 3.9 ~400m walk

Al Barsha Mall is a community-scale shopping centre anchored by a large supermarket with a food court, gym, pharmacy, and around 80 retail units. Rated 3.9/5 — solid for everyday errands rather than destination shopping. Open approximately 10:00–22:00. The 400-metre walk from Mashreq Metro Station runs along Al Barsha Street and is shaded for about half the distance by building overhangs. A practical stop for residents picking up groceries on the commute home.

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Al Barsha Health Centre

Al Barsha · Government primary healthcare centre, MOHAP licensed

Healthcare ~400m walk

Al Barsha Health Centre is a DHA-operated primary care facility offering general practice consultations, vaccinations, and routine diagnostics for Dubai residents with insurance or via the Thiqa/Saada programmes. Open Sunday to Thursday 07:30–20:00, Friday 07:30–12:00. Book appointments through the DHA app or website to avoid waiting. The 400-metre walk from the mashreq metro station is straightforward along Al Barsha Road. Specialist referrals are issued from here for DHA hospitals including Rashid and Latifa.

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Al Barsha 1 Residential Area

Al Barsha 1 · Popular expat neighbourhood with cafes & local restaurants

Residential ~300m walk

Al Barsha 1 is one of Dubai's most established mid-range residential districts, popular with families and professionals who want metro access without Marina prices. Within 300–600 metres of Mashreq Metro Station you will find a cluster of independently run cafes, Lebanese restaurants, Indian eateries, and pharmacies catering to the area's diverse residents. The streets here are quieter than the SZR corridor, making morning and evening walks comfortable. Several supermarkets, laundromats, and salons are within easy reach for daily needs.

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American School of Dubai

Al Barsha · Long-established K-12 American curriculum school

Education ~500m walk

The American School of Dubai (ASD) is one of the UAE's oldest international schools, founded in 1966 and offering a US-accredited curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12. It has a strong college placement record with many graduates attending US universities. 500 metres from the mashreq metro station via Al Barsha Street — a practical commute for students who live along the Red Line. The school operates on a US academic calendar; drop-off and pick-up times (07:30–15:00) coincide with morning rush metro crowds.

How to Use Mashreq Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting Mashreq 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. Mashreq 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 R33. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Red Line R33
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By Bus

RTA bus routes 29, F35 serve this station.

29F35

Route 29 runs along Sheikh Zayed Road linking Al Barsha to Al Quoz, Satwa, and Al Ghubaiba Bus Station — frequency every 15–20 minutes, approximately 15 minutes to Satwa and 25–30 minutes to Al Ghubaiba. Route F35 is the Barsha Heights and TECOM feeder connecting Mashreq to Dubai Internet City metro area and the Barsha Heights (Tecom) cluster of hotels and offices — runs every 15–20 minutes, 10–15 minutes to reach Barsha Heights, useful for reaching the cluster of budget hotels there. Pay with Nol Card at the bus stop reader; exact cash is not accepted on RTA buses.

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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 Mashreq Metro Station: Mall of the Emirates AED 10–15 (8–12 min, 1 stop by metro is quicker); Dubai Internet City AED 10–15 (8–12 min); Dubai Marina / JBR AED 30–45 (20–30 min); Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa AED 30–42 (20–28 min); Dubai Airport T3 AED 55–70 (35–45 min). Uber and Careem are typically AED 3–6 less for these routes during non-surge periods. The taxi stand is at the station exit on Al Barsha Road.

Walking Distances from Station

300m
Mashreq Bank Al Barsha Branch
Services
400m
Al Barsha Mall
Shopping
500m
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing
Residential
600m
The Galleries Downtown Dubai (office)
Business
400m
Al Barsha Health Centre
Healthcare

Nol Card Fares from Mashreq Metro Station — Zone 2

Mashreq 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

Mashreq 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.
Mashreq Metro Station (R33) is on the Red Line on Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Barsha 1, Dubai. It is between Mall of the Emirates (R32) and Dubai Internet City (R34) stations. The station primarily serves the Al Barsha 1 residential and commercial neighbourhood.
Al Barsha Mall — a community shopping centre with a supermarket, gym, and food court — is approximately 400 metres away. Al Barsha Health Centre (a government clinic) is also about 400 metres. Several cafes, pharmacies, and local restaurants are within the Al Barsha 1 neighbourhood on foot.
From Mashreq (R33), take the Red Line one stop toward Expo direction to Dubai Internet City Station (R34). The journey takes approximately 2 minutes. Dubai Internet City's main campus and American University in Dubai are within walking distance of that station.
Mashreq 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). Mashreq 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 Mashreq 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, F35 stop directly at or within 200 metres of Mashreq 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 Mashreq Metro Station.