Line🔴 Red Line
Station IDR22
ZoneZone 1
Operating Hours05:00–00:00
Nol ZoneZone 1
Accessibility♿ Full Access
Status
World Trade Center Metro Station platform
World Trade Centre Metro Station, Dubai
World Trade Centre station entrance
World Trade Centre station area
World Trade Centre station exterior

About World Trade Centre Metro Station

World Trade Centre Metro Station (R22) is an elevated station on the Dubai Metro Red Line, serving the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) complex in Nol Zone 1. It sits between Max (R21) and Emirates Towers (R23) on Sheikh Zayed Road, giving direct metro access to the UAE's largest conference and exhibition venue from any point on the Red or Green Lines. The world trade centre metro station handles very high passenger volumes during major trade shows and exhibitions held at DWTC throughout the year.

The station opened in September 2009 as part of the original Red Line. The Dubai World Trade Centre itself predates the metro significantly — the DWTC tower was completed in 1979 and for many years was the tallest building in the Middle East. Today it operates a 466,000 square metre exhibition centre hosting over 500 events annually, including GITEX Global (technology), GULFOOD (food and beverage), INDEX (interiors), and the annual UAE National Day celebrations. The wtc metro station is the primary transit gateway for exhibitors and visitors attending these events, with trains running at 3–4 minute frequency during show hours.

The station is positioned directly adjacent to the DWTC complex on Sheikh Zayed Road, with the main exhibition hall entrance 150 metres from the exit. Conrad Dubai is 200 metres south and Fairmont Dubai 300 metres north along SZR. Za'abeel Park — Dubai's largest urban park at 1.6 square kilometres — is approximately 700 metres east across Za'abeel Road, accessible via a pedestrian crossing.

From World Trade Centre Station, key Red Line connections include: Emirates Towers (R23) in 1 stop and 3 minutes; Financial Centre / DIFC (R24) in 2 stops and 5 minutes; Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall (R25) in 3 stops and 8 minutes; and Union interchange for the Green Line in approximately 4 stops and 10 minutes toward Rashidiya. All journeys benefit from Zone 1 pricing — the lowest Nol tier at AED 3.00 Silver.

The station is used daily by DWTC staff and visitors, SZR hotel guests (Conrad, Fairmont, and Crowne Plaza are within 400 metres), and exhibition attendees. During major shows the metro is the only reliable way to reach DWTC on time — taxi and ride-hail queues outside the complex can stretch to 45–60 minutes at peak event exit times. A practical tip: for the wtc metro station during GITEX or GULFOOD, arrive by metro in the morning rush and return before 17:30 or after 19:30 to avoid the worst of the post-show platform crowds.

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

About DWTC & Za'abeel — World Trade Centre Metro Station Area

The DWTC district is defined by the rhythm of its exhibition calendar. For roughly 30 weeks of the year, the world trade centre metro station area transforms into one of Dubai's busiest transit corridors as tens of thousands of exhibitors, buyers, and visitors converge on the exhibition halls for shows like GITEX (October), Cityscape (November), GULFOOD (February), and Arab Health (January). Outside of major shows the area is quieter — a SZR hotel strip, residential towers, and government offices that fill with a more typical office-hour crowd.

Za'abeel Park to the east is Dubai's largest urban park — 1.6 square kilometres of landscaped open space with a technology theme, including a rollercoaster, children's science zones, and a covered plant house. The park is 700 metres from the metro station via Za'abeel Road pedestrian crossing. Also on the Za'abeel side is the Dubai Frame, a 150-metre picture-frame shaped landmark with views across old and new Dubai from the glass-floored sky bridge — an AED 50 attraction that is better reached from here by taxi (AED 15–20) than walking. Conrad and Fairmont hotels flank the metro station directly and are among the most transit-accessible 5-star properties in Dubai.

For DWTC event visitors: register your badge in advance online to avoid morning queues at the entrance hall. The wtc metro station exit to the DWTC main hall is 150 metres with a covered walkway for most of the route. If your event is in Hall 1–4 (older halls), exit toward the main SZR side; Hall 5–8 and the new Za'abeel halls may have a closer exit depending on the station layout shown at the gates. Check the DWTC event map on arrival.

Red Line — Nearby Stations

Adjacent stations on the line.

 ADCB R20 Visit →
Max R21 Visit →
World Trade Centre R22 ← You are here
Emirates Towers R23 Visit →
Financial Centre R24 Visit →

Nearby Places

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

Dubai World Trade Centre is the UAE's largest conference and exhibition complex, with 466,000 square metres of event space across multiple halls and the DWTC tower complex. Rated 4.4/5. It hosts 500+ events annually including GITEX Global, GULFOOD, Arabian Travel Market, and the annual UAE National Day ceremony. The 150-metre walk from the world trade centre metro station is direct and partially covered — this is effectively at the metro station's doorstep. Exhibition registration and badge collection is online in advance for most major shows; arrive at least 30 minutes before sessions during GITEX or GULFOOD to clear security without rushing.

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Conrad Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Road · Upscale 5-star Hilton property with rooftop pool

★ 4.5 ~200m walk

Conrad Dubai is a 555-room five-star property operated by Hilton, positioned directly on Sheikh Zayed Road next to the DWTC complex. Rated 4.5/5. The hotel features a rooftop pool with SZR views, multiple restaurants including Traders Vic's and Ballaro, and a business centre popular with DWTC exhibitors. The 200-metre walk from world trade centre metro makes it one of the most metro-accessible 5-star business hotels in Dubai — no taxi needed from the airport if you take the Red Line. Room rates surge significantly during GITEX and GULFOOD; book several weeks in advance for those periods.

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Fairmont Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Road · Landmark luxury hotel with acclaimed dining

★ 4.6 ~300m walk

Fairmont Dubai is a 394-room luxury hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road with one of the strongest dining reputations of the SZR hotel strip — Spectrum On One restaurant offers an exceptional multi-cuisine buffet, and The Exchange Grill is a long-established steakhouse. Rated 4.6/5. 300 metres from the wtc metro station along SZR's service road. The hotel's Gold class rooms face the Za'abeel Park greenery on the east side — a quieter outlook than the westward SZR view. Afternoon tea in the lobby is a popular option for visitors looking for a mid-day break during DWTC event days.

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Za'abeel Park

Za'abeel · Dubai's largest urban park — jogging, cycling & technology theme

★ 4.5 ~700m walk

Za'abeel Park is Dubai's largest urban park at 1.6 square kilometres, built on a technology theme with a rollercoaster, science and nature zones, a covered botanical house, cycling tracks, jogging paths, and open grass areas. Rated 4.5/5. Entry fee AED 5 (children free under 3). Open 08:00–23:00. The 700-metre walk from the world trade centre metro station crosses Za'abeel Road via a pedestrian bridge — manageable in cooler months. The Dubai Frame landmark (AED 50 entry, 150m glass-floor sky bridge with old and new Dubai panoramas) is also within Za'abeel Park, best reached from here by taxi (AED 12–18, 5–8 minutes) if visiting directly.

How to Use World Trade Center Metro Station Metro Station

Here is a straightforward guide to entering, navigating, and exiting World Trade Center 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. World Trade Center 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 R22. Hours: 05:00–00:00 (Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun); 10:00–01:00 (Friday).

Red Line R22
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By Bus

RTA bus routes X25, F51, 88 serve this station.

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Route X25 is an express bus from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station through SZR to Sharjah Al Jubail — frequency every 20–30 minutes, approximately 50–60 minutes to Sharjah, useful for Sharjah commuters who work in or near the DWTC area. Route F51 is the DIFC internal feeder connecting World Trade Centre and Financial Centre metro stations to buildings inside the DIFC financial district that are not easily walkable — frequency every 10–15 minutes, short circular route, Nol Card required. Route 88 serves the Za'abeel and Karama residential areas east of SZR — frequency every 15–25 minutes, approximately 15 minutes to Karama. All buses depart from the SZR service road stop visible from the station exit.

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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 World Trade Centre Metro Station: DIFC / Gate Avenue AED 15–22 (8–12 min, or 2 stops by metro); Downtown Dubai / Burj Khalifa AED 18–25 (12–18 min, or 3 stops by metro); Dubai Frame / Za'abeel Park AED 12–18 (5–8 min); Dubai Airport T3 AED 50–65 (25–35 min); Dubai Marina AED 55–75 (35–50 min). During major DWTC show evenings (GITEX, GULFOOD) taxi and ride-hail queues outside the venue can reach 45–60 minutes — always use the metro for post-show departures if heading toward the Red Line direction.

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

Nol Card Fares from World Trade Center Metro Station — Zone 1

World Trade Center Metro Station is in Zone 1 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 8.00AED 11.00
BurJuman (interchange)BurJuman (R20)AED 3.00AED 6.00
Downtown Dubai / Burj KhalifaBurj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (R23)AED 3.00AED 6.00
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 3.00AED 6.00
Expo City DubaiExpo 2020 (R35)AED 6.50AED 13.00

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 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.
World Trade Center 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). World Trade Center 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 World Trade Center 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 X25, F51, 88 stop directly at or within 200 metres of World Trade Center 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 World Trade Center Metro Station.