Sobha Realty

Sobha Realty Station is the primary metro gateway to Dubai Marina, one of the city's most popular residential and leisure destinations. The Marina waterfront, with its restaurants, the Walk at JBR and direct beach access, is one of the more walkable and pleasant areas of Dubai in cooler weather. The station also connects to the Dubai Tram, extending access further into the Marina and JBR.

Weekend evenings at the Marina are among Dubai's most lively and enjoyable experiences, with a genuinely cosmopolitan atmosphere. The metro and tram combination makes it accessible from anywhere on the Red Line without dealing with the considerable parking pressure around the Marina on busy days.

Station Overview

Sobha Realty Station opened in 2010 on the Dubai Metro's Red Line. It is classified as Zone 2 under the NOL card fare system. The Dubai Metro is a fully automated, driverless system operating on elevated viaducts and underground sections, offering fast, reliable and air-conditioned travel across the city.

Lines and Connectivity

The Red Line connects Sobha Realty to major destinations across Dubai. Red Line stations stretch from the UAE Exchange terminus in Jebel Ali through central Dubai to the Centrepoint terminus in the east. Green Line stations loop through Deira and Bur Dubai, connecting to the Red Line at Union and BurJuman.

Station Layout and Facilities

Sobha Realty Station is a modern, fully air-conditioned facility in line with the Dubai Metro's system-wide standards. Facilities include toilets, ATMs, NOL card top-up machines and a staffed customer service point. Gold Class carriages (front of train) offer a premium seating option. Women and children have a dedicated carriage in the middle of each train, clearly marked on the platform.

Accessibility

Sobha Realty Station has lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements and platform screen doors throughout, in line with the Dubai Metro's full accessibility standards. Step-free access is available between street level, the concourse and all platforms.

Travel Tips

• Get a NOL card (AED 25 including AED 19 credit) - it works on metro, bus, tram and marine transport across Dubai.
• Gold Class carriages at the front of the train require a Gold Class NOL card or ticket.
• The dedicated women and children's carriage is in the middle of the train - clearly marked on the platform floor.
• Metro hours: Saturday to Wednesday 05:30-24:00, Thursday 05:30-01:00, Friday 10:00-01:00.
• Eating, drinking and chewing gum are prohibited on the metro and at stations - fines apply.
• Download the RTA Dubai app for real-time arrivals and journey planning across all modes.

Nearby Attractions

Dubai Marina Walk - one of the key destinations accessible from Sobha Realty Station.

The Walk at JBR - one of the key destinations accessible from Sobha Realty Station.

Dubai Tram interchange - one of the key destinations accessible from Sobha Realty Station.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Dubai Metro services at Sobha Realty run Saturday to Wednesday 05:30-24:00, Thursday 05:30-01:00, and Friday 10:00-01:00. Rush hours are approximately 07:30-09:30 and 17:00-19:30 on weekdays. Mid-morning and early afternoon are the quietest periods for travel. Fridays and weekends see higher leisure traffic, particularly at mall, Marina and waterfront stations.