The Dubai Metro Red Line is considered the longest metro route in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Dubai and even all over the world. It expands its route in length on an average of 52.1 km. The Red Line of the Dubai Metro is operated by the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority. The RTA has introduced 2 metro lines, one is the red line and another is the green line, that I have already made about Dubai Metro Green Line Timing and Stations.
In this article, I delves into all the information that you need to know about the Red Line Dubai Metro. So, without further ado, let’s come into the topic!
Dubai Metro Red Line: Overview
As being the longest metro route, the Red Line operates 29 stations. Well, it was founded in 2005 and began operating in 2009 with millions of hopes to run successfully. Fortunately, it generates revenue, which is unforgettable. The Dubai Metro Red Line operates 24 stations that are elevated; four are underground, and one is at ground level out of 29 stations. The Dubai Metro created a world record in the history of being the single longest driverless Metro Line, awarded by Guinness World Records in 2011.
There are two transfer stations where the Red Line intersects with the Green Line, that is, Union and BurJuman stations. The Red Line runs from Rashidiya Station to UAE Exchange Station.
Revenue
If we talk about its revenue, each station has procured revenue of around 90 to 100 million dirhams, according to the report Roads and Transport Authority. The metro stops consist of popular locations such as Dubai International Airport, Burj Khalifa, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina and Expo City Dubai.
List of stations on the Dubai Metro Red Line
Below I have elaborated on all the Dubai Metro Red Line stations that are included in the Red Line route. Here are some numbers missing on the red metro line, i.e. numbers 27, 28 and 30. See the Dubai Metro station names (Red Line) 👇👇
| Metro station | Highlights nearby |
|---|---|
| R11 | Centrepoint, parking |
| R12 | Emirates Tower |
| R13 | Airport Terminal 3 |
| R14 | Airport Terminal 1 |
| R15 | GGICO |
| R16 | Deira City Centre |
| R17 | Al Rigga |
| R18 | Union, Transfer stop to the Green Line Metro |
| R19 | BurJuman, Transfer stop to the Green Line Metro |
| R20 | ADCB |
| R21 | Max |
| R22 | World Trade Centre |
| R23 | Emirates Towers |
| R24 | Financial Centre |
| R25 | Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall |
| R26 | Business Bay |
| R29 | Al Safa / ONPASSIVE |
| R31 | Umm Al Sheif / Equiti |
| R32 | Mall of the Emirates |
| R33 | Mashreq |
| R34 | Dubai Internet City |
| R35 | Al Khail |
| R36 | Sobha Realty, Transfer stop to the Orange Line Tram |
| R37 | DMCC, Transfer stop to the Orange Line Tram |
| R38 | Jabal Ali, Transfer stop to the Red Line Metro |
| R39 | Ibn Battuta, Transfer stop to the bus to Al Maktoum International Airport |
| R40 | Energy |
| R41 | Danube |
| R42 | UAE Exchange |
| R70 | The Gardens |
| R71 | Discovery Gardens |
| R72 | Al Furjan |
| R73 | Jumeirah Golf Estate |
| R74 | Dubai Investment Park |
| R76 | Expo City Dubai / EXPO 2020 area |
Dubai Metro Red Line Route Map
Below is the updated Dubai Metro Red Line map. You can search by the Red Line Metro Dubai map 👇👇
Metro Red Line timings Dubai
| Day | Operating hours |
|---|---|
| Sunday | 05:30 to 00:00 |
| Monday | 05:30 to 00:00 |
| Tuesday | 05:30 to 00:00 |
| Wednesday | 05:30 to 00:00 |
| Thursday | 05:30 to 01:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 to 01:00 |
| Saturday | 05:30 to 00:00 |
Red Line Dubai Metro Fare
It is considered metro is the cheapest way to travel in Dubai. You can travel with a minimal amount across the UAE from the Dubai Metro. The metro ticket price is 20 AED for regular class and 40 AED for gold class.
There are several types of tickets that rely on the zones. You cannot pay with cash or a credit card. You need to hold a NOL card. However, you can top up your NOL card using cash or a credit card at each of the stations.
| Ticket Type | 1 Zone or <3km 2 zones | 2 Zones | 3+ Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Adult Ticket (Red) | 4 dirhams | 6 dirhams | 8.50 dirhams |
| Pre-paid Standard Adult Ticket (Silver Nol) | 3 dirhams | 5 dirhams | 7.50 dirhams |
| Concessionary (Blue Nol Card) | 1.50 dirhams | 2.50 dirhams | 3.75 dirhams |
| Gold Class (Red Ticket) | 8 dirhams | 12 dirhams | 17 dirhams |
| Gold Class Pre-Paid | 6 dirhams | 10 dirhams | 15 dirhams |
FAQs
What is the route of the Dubai Metro Red Line?
Dubai International Airport, Burj Khalifa, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina and Expo City Dubai are the Dubai Metro Red Line.
How many stations are on the Red Line in Dubai Metro?
There are a total of 29 stations are on the Red Line in Dubai Metro.
How to travel on the Red Line Dubai Metro?
Foremost, you should plan to trip, purchase a Nol card, enter the Metro Station, and then enjoy your journey.
Conclusion
It is advisable to know that out of the total of 52.1 km, each train has a 20-30-second stop at every station. However, more than 4 km of the line is underground. It takes an average of 60 to 90 seconds to travel between the stations. The interval between the trains is about 7 to 8 minutes in off-hours and 5 to 6 minutes in peak hours.
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