About the Red Line
The Red Line is the primary artery of the Dubai Metro, running from Centrepoint in Deira to Expo City Dubai and UAE Exchange. It covers major landmarks including the Airport, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Dubai Marina.
History
The Red Line opened on 9 September 2009 (09/09/09) with an initial 10 stations. It was the first part of the Dubai Metro project to launch, significantly changing how residents and tourists navigate the city's main corridor along Sheikh Zayed Road. It has since been extended, most notably with the 'Route 2020' branch that connects directly to the Expo City Dubai site.
Stations on this Line
35 stops along the route
StationInterchangeTerminal
Line Statistics
Total Stations35
Route Length52.1 km
Year Opened2009
Accessible Stations35
Travel Tips
- 1Gold Class is located at the front of the train if heading towards UAE Exchange/Expo City, and at the back if heading towards Centrepoint.
- 2Use the Red Line to reach both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport.
- 3Transfer to the Green Line at Union or BurJuman stations.
- 4Transfer to the Dubai Tram at Sobha Realty or DMCC stations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Red Line in Dubai.
QDoes the Red Line go to the airport?
Yes, the Red Line has dedicated stations for both Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.
QHow long is the Red Line?
The Red Line is approximately 52.1 km long, stretching from the eastern side of the city to the southwest.
QWhere can I switch from the Red Line to the Green Line?
You can switch at either Union Station or BurJuman Station. Both are major underground interchanges.
QWhat is the last station on the Red Line?
The Red Line splits into two branches at Jabal Ali. One branch ends at UAE Exchange (Jebel Ali) and the other ends at Expo City Dubai.