World Trade Centre Station (R22) serves the Dubai World Trade Centre complex — the major venue for international exhibitions and conferences in the UAE, including GITEX, GULFOOD, and the UAE National Day celebrations. The station is elevated on Sheikh Zayed Road and is particularly busy during major trade show seasons.
Verified places at or within walking distance of World Trade Centre Metro Station.
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Dubai World Trade Centre
Sheikh Zayed Road · UAE's premier conference & exhibition complex
★ 4.4~150m walk
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Conrad Dubai
Sheikh Zayed Road · Upscale 5-star Hilton property with rooftop pool
★ 4.5~200m walk
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Fairmont Dubai
Sheikh Zayed Road · Landmark luxury hotel with acclaimed dining
★ 4.6~300m walk
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Za'abeel Park
Za'abeel · Dubai's largest urban park — jogging, cycling & technology theme
★ 4.5~700m walk
Getting There
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By Metro
Red Line, Station R22. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).
Red LineR22
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By Bus
RTA bus routes X25, F51, 88 serve this station.
X25F5188
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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
150m
Dubai World Trade Centre
Business
200m
Conrad Dubai
Hotels
300m
Fairmont Dubai
Hotels
300m
Dubai World Trade Centre Residences
Hotels
700m
Za'abeel 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
World Trade Centre 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.
World Trade Centre Metro Station (R22) is on the Red Line on Sheikh Zayed Road, between Max (R21) and Emirates Towers (R23) stations. It is directly adjacent to the Dubai World Trade Centre — the UAE's premier convention and exhibition venue — in the Trade Centre district.
Dubai World Trade Centre hosts major international exhibitions including GITEX Technology Week, Dubai Airshow, Arabian Travel Market, and Gulfood — often attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. When these events run, the metro is the fastest way to reach the venue; the station entrance is only 150 metres from the main DWTC gate.
Za'abeel Park is approximately 700 metres from World Trade Centre Station. Exit from the station toward Trade Centre Road and walk southeast through the residential streets. The park is one of Dubai's largest urban parks with a technology theme, jogging tracks, and cycling paths.
