Dubai Metro Green Line Stations: Complete Guide 2026
Dubai Metro Green Line Stations Guide 2026
Complete station list, interchange tips, fares, timings, tourist stops and feeder bus links for the Green Line from e& to Creek.
The Dubai Metro Green Line is the best metro line for Old Dubai, Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Dubai Healthcare City, Al Jaddaf and the Creek area. It connects 20 stations across zones 5 and 6, with easy transfers to the Dubai Metro Red Line at Union and BurJuman.
This guide is built around the main search topics travelers usually need: Dubai Metro Green Line stations, Green Line route map, Green Line timings, Nol card fares, interchange stations, tourist places near Green Line, and feeder buses from Green Line stations.
Dubai Metro Green Line Stations List
The Green Line runs from e& Metro Station, formerly known as Etisalat, to Creek Metro Station. The most useful planning point is that stations from e& to Gold Souq are generally Deira and Al Qusais side, while Al Ghubaiba through Creek covers Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, Healthcare City and Al Jaddaf.
| No. | Station | Area served | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | e& Metro Station | Al Qusais / Al Twar | Park-and-ride, Al Nahda Street, northern Green Line start |
| 2 | Al Qusais Metro Station | Al Qusais Industrial Area | Industrial area commute, Route 62A connections |
| 3 | Dubai Airport Free Zone Metro Station | DAFZA / Al Qusais | Dubai Airport Free Zone and Terminal 2 area access |
| 4 | Al Nahda Metro Station | Al Nahda / Al Twar | Al Nahda homes, feeder bus links, Route 22 |
| 5 | Stadium Metro Station | Al Qusais / Al Nahda | Stadium area, F24 feeder bus |
| 6 | Al Qiyadah Metro Station | Al Ittihad Road | Dubai Police HQ area and Deira commute |
| 7 | Abu Hail Metro Station | Hor Al Anz / Abu Hail | Residential Deira, airport-side bus connections |
| 8 | Abu Baker Al Siddique Metro Station | Deira | Salah Al Din Road and central Deira |
| 9 | Salah Al Din Metro Station | Deira | Shopping streets and Deira hotels |
| 10 | Union Metro Station Interchange | Deira / Al Rigga | Transfer to Red Line, Al Rigga, Baniyas, central Deira |
| 11 | Baniyas Square Metro Station | Old Deira | Baniyas Square, markets, budget hotels |
| 12 | Gold Souq Metro Station | Deira Corniche | Gold Souq, Spice Souq, old market streets |
| 13 | Al Ras Metro Station | Deira Creek side | Al Ras, Spice Souq, abra crossings |
| 14 | Al Ghubaiba Metro Station | Bur Dubai | Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Creek, intercity bus links |
| 15 | Sharaf DG Metro Station | Bur Dubai / Al Mankhool | Al Fahidi Historic District, Meena Bazaar, Bur Dubai hotels |
| 16 | BurJuman Metro Station Interchange | Bur Dubai | Transfer to Red Line, BurJuman Mall, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Street |
| 17 | Oud Metha Metro Station | Oud Metha | Schools, clinics, sports clubs, Wafi area connections |
| 18 | Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station | Healthcare City | Hospitals, Wafi, Creek Park and Dolphinarium area |
| 19 | Al Jadaf Metro Station | Al Jaddaf | Hotels, waterfront apartments, marine connections nearby |
| 20 | Creek Metro Station | Al Jaddaf Waterfront | Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Creek waterfront, future Blue Line connection |
Best Green Line Stations by Travel Need
For Old Dubai souks
Use Gold Souq for the Gold Souq and Al Ras for the Spice Souq, textile market walks and Creek abra crossings.
For Bur Dubai heritage
Use Sharaf DG for Al Fahidi, Meena Bazaar and Bur Dubai hotels. Al Ghubaiba is better if your trip includes the Creek or bus station.
For Red Line transfers
Use Union for Deira, Al Rigga and airport-side Red Line trips. Use BurJuman for Bur Dubai, Downtown, Business Bay, Dubai Marina and Expo direction trips.
For airport planning
Green Line is useful for DAFZA and Terminal 2 area access. For Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, check the Dubai Airport to city guide and Red Line stations.
Green Line Interchanges: Union and BurJuman
The two most important Green Line interchange stations are Union and BurJuman. Both connect the Green Line with the Red Line, but they are useful for different trips.
- Union Metro Station: best for Deira, Al Rigga, Baniyas Square, airport-side Red Line trips and quick movement between old Deira and the Red Line.
- BurJuman Metro Station: best for Bur Dubai, Al Mankhool, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali and Expo 2020 direction trips.
Green Line Fares and Nol Card
Dubai Metro fares use the Nol card and are based on zones. The Green Line mainly covers zones 5 and 6, but your final fare depends on the full journey, including any Red Line, bus, tram or marine transfer. RTA states that Nol is used across metro, bus, tram and marine transport, so one card is enough for most public transport trips in Dubai.
For fare checking, use the official RTA Nol fares page. For practical route planning around Green Line stations, also see the RTA Dubai Bus Routes and Nol Card guide.
Green Line Timings and Frequency
Metro operating hours can change during public holidays, major events, Dubai Run, Dubai Ride and New Year periods. For normal travel, plan with the official RTA public transport journey planner or the RTA timetable tools before you travel.
As a rule of thumb, allow extra time at interchange stations during peak commute hours, especially at Union and BurJuman. For tourist trips to the souks, late morning and early afternoon are usually easier than the evening rush.
Green Line Feeder Buses and Useful Route Links
Several Dubai bus routes connect residential and industrial areas to Green Line stations. These are especially useful around Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Stadium, Gold Souq and Al Ghubaiba.
- Route 62A connects Al Qusais Industrial Area with Al Qusais Metro.
- Route 22 is useful around Deira City Centre, Al Nahda and metro connections.
- Route F24 connects Stadium Metro with Al Qusais Industrial Area 3.
- Route F81 connects Al Qusais Industrial Area with Al Nahda Metro.
- Route 13 links Gold Souq with Al Qusais DM Housing.
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Tourist Stops on the Green Line
| Place | Best station | Travel note |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Souq | Gold Souq Metro Station | Closest Green Line stop for the Gold Souq and Deira Corniche. |
| Spice Souq and abra crossings | Al Ras Metro Station | Best for walking through old market lanes and crossing Dubai Creek. |
| Al Fahidi Historic District | Sharaf DG Metro Station | Good for heritage walks, museums, cafes and Meena Bazaar. |
| Creek Park / Dolphinarium | Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station | Short onward taxi, bus or walk depending on entrance and weather. |
| Mohammed Bin Rashid Library | Creek Metro Station | Useful for Al Jaddaf waterfront and the Creek end of the line. |
Green Line vs Red Line: Which One Should You Use?
Use the Green Line for Old Dubai, Deira, Bur Dubai, souks, Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Healthcare City and Creek. Use the Red Line for Dubai Airport Terminals 1 and 3, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall, Business Bay, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina, Jebel Ali and Expo 2020.
If your trip mixes both sides of Dubai, start with the closest station and transfer at Union or BurJuman. For a sightseeing-only day, Green Line works well with the Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour guide, especially if you want to combine souks, Creek and modern skyline stops.
FAQ
How many stations are on the Dubai Metro Green Line?
There are 20 Green Line stations, running from e& Metro Station to Creek Metro Station.
Which Green Line stations connect to the Red Line?
Union and BurJuman are the two interchange stations between the Green Line and Red Line.
Is the Green Line good for tourists?
Yes. It is one of the best lines for Old Dubai, including Gold Souq, Spice Souq, Al Ras, Al Ghubaiba, Al Fahidi and Creek areas.
Does the Green Line go to Dubai Airport?
It does not directly serve Terminal 1 or Terminal 3. Dubai Airport Free Zone Metro Station is useful for DAFZA and Terminal 2 area access, while the Red Line is better for Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.
Can I use Nol card on the Green Line?
Yes. Nol card is required for Dubai Metro travel and also works across Dubai buses, tram and marine transport.
Related Dubai Metro and Bus Guides
- Dubai Metro Red Line Stations Guide
- RTA Dubai Bus Routes and Nol Card Guide
- Dubai Airport to City Transport Guide
- RTA Dubai Operator Page
- Route 62A from Al Qusais Metro
- Route 22 Deira to Al Nahda
- Gold Souq Metro Station
- Creek Metro Station
Official Sources to Check Before Travelling
🆕 2026 update — the full station list, hours and the Terminal 2 note
🚉 Green Line stations in order (e& → Creek)
e& (11 — the terminus; full name “etisalat by e&”) · Al Qusais (12) · Dubai Airport Free Zone (13) · Al Nahda (14) · Stadium (15) · Al Qiyadah (16) · Abu Hail (17) · Abu Baker Al Siddique (18) · Salah Al Din (19) · Union (20 — interchange, Red Line) · Baniyas Square (21) · Gold Souq (22 — formerly Palm Deira) · Al Ras (23) · Al Ghubaiba (24) · Sharaf DG (25 — formerly Al Fahidi) · BurJuman (26 — interchange, Red Line) · Oud Metha (27) · Dubai Healthcare City (28) · Al Jadaf (29) · Creek (30 — the terminus). The line is 22.5 km with 20 stations; Al Jadaf and Creek were the last extension, opened in 2014.
The Sharaf DG trap: the Green Line’s Sharaf DG (code 25) still carries that name. The Red Line’s former Sharaf DG is now InsuranceMarket. Older guides conflate the two — they are different stations on different lines.
✈️ Terminal 2 is a Green Line journey
Dubai International’s Terminal 2 has no Red Line station. Its nearest Metro access is the Green Line’s Dubai Airport Free Zone station (code 13) on the airport’s north side — from there it is a short taxi or feeder-bus hop to Terminal 2 itself. Travellers who ride the Red Line to Terminal 1/3 and try to walk to Terminal 2 discover the airport is split by runways; plan the Green Line side from the start. RTA’s Metro luggage rule applies on both lines: maximum two pieces per passenger — one large case up to 81 × 58 × 30 cm and one smaller piece up to 55 × 38 × 20 cm.
🕐 Operating hours (current pattern — both lines)
- Monday–Thursday and Saturday: 05:00 – 00:00
- Friday: 05:00 – 01:00 (next day)
- Sunday: 08:00 – 00:00
The 10:00 Friday start printed by older guides is the pre-2022 pattern and no longer applies. Fares are the standard Nol zonal table (Silver AED 3 / 5 / 7.50 for 1 / 2 / 3+ zones; Gold double; Red Ticket AED 4 / 6 / 8.50) — see the Nol card guide for the full system, and the Red Line guide for the other half of the network. Together the two lines have 53 unique stations (Union and BurJuman are the interchanges, counted once).
🏙️ The Green Line’s Dubai — the old city line
Where the Red Line serves the Sheikh Zayed Road corridor and the new city, the Green Line is the old city’s metro: it loops through Al Qusais and Al Nahda, crosses to the Deira side (Abu Hail, Salah Al Din), dives through the historic core — Union, Baniyas Square, the Gold Souq and Al Ras, where the abra crossings of the Creek are a short walk — and out through Al Ghubaiba and BurJuman to Oud Metha, Healthcare City and the Al Jadaf waterfront at the Creek. For visitors, this is the line for the souqs, the Creek and the museums quarter; for residents of the north-east, it is the daily line to everywhere, with the two Red Line interchanges at Union and BurJuman.
Update data: RTA tariff and hours as published 2024–2026; station order and codes per the current RTA/Wikipedia station table, October 2026.
