Dubai Metro Red Line Stations: Complete Guide 2026
Dubai Metro Red Line Stations Guide 2026
Complete station list, airport stops, Jabal Ali branch details, Nol fares, timings, tourist stations and feeder bus links for Dubai’s main metro line.
The Dubai Metro Red Line is the main north-south metro route through Dubai. It connects Centrepoint, Dubai International Airport, Deira, Bur Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina, Jabal Ali, Expo City Dubai and the southern industrial/free-zone areas.
This updated guide targets the main Red Line topic cluster: Dubai Metro Red Line stations, Red Line route map, Red Line timings, Nol card fares, airport metro stations, Jabal Ali branch, Expo 2020 Metro Station, tourist stops on Red Line, and feeder buses from Red Line stations.
Dubai Metro Red Line Stations List
The Red Line has one shared section from Centrepoint to Jabal Ali. At Jabal Ali, trains split toward either the Expo 2020 branch or the UAE Exchange/Life Pharmacy side. Check the destination shown on the platform screen before boarding southbound trains after Jabal Ali.
| No. | Station | Area served | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centrepoint Metro Station | Al Rashidiya | Park-and-ride, Al Rashidiya Bus Station, Route F10 |
| 2 | Emirates Metro Station | Garhoud / Emirates HQ | Emirates Group HQ, airport-side offices |
| 3 | Airport Terminal 3 Metro Station | DXB Terminal 3 | Emirates flights, Dubai airport metro access |
| 4 | Airport Terminal 1 Metro Station | DXB Terminal 1 | International flights, airport hotels |
| 5 | GGICO Metro Station | Garhoud | Garhoud offices, airport-area hotels |
| 6 | City Centre Deira Metro Station | Port Saeed / Deira | City Centre Deira mall, hotels, Route 22 |
| 7 | Al Rigga Metro Station | Al Rigga / Deira | Deira hotels, restaurants, Al Rigga Road |
| 8 | Union Metro Station Interchange | Deira | Transfer to Green Line, Baniyas, Al Rigga |
| 9 | BurJuman Metro Station Interchange | Bur Dubai | Transfer to Green Line, BurJuman Mall, Al Mankhool |
| 10 | ADCB Metro Station | Karama | Karama, Zabeel, Oud Metha side access |
| 11 | Max Metro Station | Al Jafiliya | Zabeel Park, Dubai Frame, government offices |
| 12 | World Trade Centre Metro Station | Sheikh Zayed Road | DWTC events, exhibitions, hotels |
| 13 | Emirates Towers Metro Station | DIFC / Sheikh Zayed Road | Museum of the Future, Emirates Towers, offices |
| 14 | Financial Centre Metro Station | DIFC / SZR | DIFC, Satwa feeder links, Route F11 |
| 15 | Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Metro Station | Downtown Dubai | Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, fountains, Route F13 |
| 16 | Business Bay Metro Station | Business Bay | Business Bay offices, Canal, Route F20 |
| 17 | ONPASSIVE Metro Station | Al Quoz / Sheikh Zayed Road | Al Quoz and Umm Suqeim side access |
| 18 | Equiti Metro Station | Al Quoz / SZR | Al Wasl Road links, Route F29 |
| 19 | Mall of the Emirates Metro Station | Al Barsha | Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai, Route F30 |
| 20 | Mashreq Metro Station | Al Barsha | Al Barsha hotels, residential areas |
| 21 | Dubai Internet City Metro Station | Barsha Heights / TECOM | Media City, Internet City, Barsha Heights |
| 22 | Al Khail Metro Station | Emirates Golf Club | Media City side, golf club, hotels |
| 23 | Sobha Realty Metro Station | Dubai Marina / JLT | Dubai Tram transfer, Marina, JBR side access |
| 24 | DMCC Metro Station | JLT / Dubai Marina | Dubai Tram transfer, JLT, Marina, Route 8 |
| 25 | Jabal Ali Metro Station Branch point | Jabal Ali | Change between Expo branch and UAE Exchange/Life Pharmacy side |
| 26 | Ibn Battuta Metro Station | Jebel Ali / Ibn Battuta | Ibn Battuta Mall, bus station, intercity links |
| 27 | Energy Metro Station | Jebel Ali Industrial | Industrial area commute |
| 28 | Danube Metro Station | Jebel Ali Industrial | Industrial and warehouse districts |
| 29 | UAE Exchange / Life Pharmacy side | Jebel Ali Free Zone South | Free-zone commute and southern Red Line endpoint area |
| 30 | The Gardens Metro Station | The Gardens | The Gardens community |
| 31 | Discovery Gardens Metro Station | Discovery Gardens | Discovery Gardens residential clusters |
| 32 | Al Furjan Metro Station | Al Furjan | Al Furjan community |
| 33 | Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station | Jumeirah Golf Estates | Golf community and event access |
| 34 | Dubai Investment Park Metro Station | DIP | DIP commute, Route X92 area connections |
| 35 | Expo 2020 Metro Station | Expo City Dubai | Expo City, events, Route 2020 endpoint |
How the Jabal Ali Branch Works
Jabal Ali is the key station to understand on the Red Line. From Centrepoint to Jabal Ali, the line is straightforward. South of Jabal Ali, trains continue toward different branches. One branch serves Ibn Battuta, Energy, Danube and the UAE Exchange/Life Pharmacy side. The other branch serves The Gardens, Discovery Gardens, Al Furjan, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai Investment Park and Expo 2020.
Best Red Line Stations by Travel Need
For Dubai Airport
Use Airport Terminal 3 or Airport Terminal 1. For full airport-area options, see the Dubai Airport to city guide.
For Downtown Dubai
Use Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall for Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and the fountains. The walkway can be long, so allow extra time.
For Marina and JBR
Use Sobha Realty or DMCC, then transfer to Dubai Tram or use buses toward JBR and Marina.
For Old Dubai
Transfer at Union or BurJuman to the Dubai Metro Green Line for Gold Souq, Al Ras, Al Ghubaiba, Al Fahidi and Creek areas.
Red Line Interchanges and Connections
- Union: transfer to Green Line for Deira, Baniyas Square, Gold Souq and Al Ras.
- BurJuman: transfer to Green Line for Bur Dubai, Sharaf DG, Oud Metha, Healthcare City and Creek.
- Jabal Ali: change between Expo 2020 branch and UAE Exchange/Life Pharmacy side branch.
- Sobha Realty and DMCC: useful for Dubai Tram, Marina, JBR and JLT access.
- Ibn Battuta: useful for Ibn Battuta Bus Station and southern Dubai bus connections.
Red Line Fares and Nol Card
Dubai Metro uses the Nol card, and fares are based on zones travelled. Because the Red Line crosses multiple fare zones, your fare depends on your start and end station, plus any connected bus, tram or marine trip. Use the official RTA Nol fares page for fare categories and the RTA Dubai Bus Routes and Nol Card guide for practical bus and Nol usage.
Red Line Timings and Frequency
Red Line timings can change for weekends, public holidays, major events, New Year travel, airport demand and special Dubai events. Always check RTA journey planning before travel, especially if you need an early airport trip or a late return from Expo City, Marina, Downtown or the airport.
Use the official RTA public transport journey planner for live planning. During peak hours, allow extra transfer time at Union, BurJuman, Jabal Ali, Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, DMCC and Sobha Realty.
Feeder Buses from Red Line Stations
The Red Line works best when combined with feeder buses. Some useful BusUpdate route pages include:
- Route F10 from Centrepoint/Rashidiya area toward Al Warqa.
- Route F11 from Financial Centre Metro to Al Satwa.
- Route F13 circular feeder around Dubai Mall.
- Route F20 from Business Bay Metro to Al Safa 1.
- Route F29 from Equiti Metro to Al Wasl Road.
- Route F30 from Mall of the Emirates to Dubai Studio City.
- Route 8 for coastal/Jumeirah corridor access.
- Route X92 for Al Ghubaiba to DIP express travel.
Tourist Stops on the Red Line
| Place | Best station | Travel note |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai International Airport | Airport Terminal 1 / Airport Terminal 3 | Best metro access for DXB terminals on the Red Line. |
| Museum of the Future | Emirates Towers | Short walk from the station via the linked pedestrian route. |
| Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa | Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall | Use the long air-conditioned walkway; add walking time. |
| Mall of the Emirates | Mall of the Emirates | Direct mall access and feeder buses to Al Barsha communities. |
| Dubai Marina and JBR | Sobha Realty / DMCC | Transfer to Dubai Tram or continue by bus/taxi depending on exact destination. |
| Expo City Dubai | Expo 2020 | Use the Expo branch and check train destination at Jabal Ali. |
Red Line vs Green Line
Use the Red Line for Dubai Airport, Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Mall of the Emirates, Marina, JLT, Jabal Ali and Expo City. Use the Green Line for Old Dubai, Deira markets, Gold Souq, Al Ras, Al Ghubaiba, Bur Dubai, Healthcare City and Creek. The two lines connect at Union and BurJuman.
For sightseeing, the Red Line is excellent for airport-to-city and skyline destinations. If you want a route that combines skyline, beaches and souks with fewer transfers, compare it with the Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour guide.
FAQ
How many stations are on the Dubai Metro Red Line?
The Red Line has 35 stations when the branch stations are included.
Which Red Line stations connect to the Green Line?
Union and BurJuman connect the Red Line with the Green Line.
Which Red Line station is best for Dubai Airport?
Use Airport Terminal 1 or Airport Terminal 3, depending on your flight terminal. Centrepoint and Emirates are nearby airport-area stations but not terminal stations.
How do I get to Expo City by metro?
Take a Red Line train toward Expo 2020. If you are coming from the Centrepoint side, check the train destination at or before Jabal Ali because the line branches there.
Can I use Nol card on the Red Line?
Yes. Nol card is required for Dubai Metro travel and also works across Dubai buses, tram and marine transport.
