Riyadh Metro
The heartbeat of the Kingdom's vision.
The Riyadh Metro is a state-of-the-art automated transit system serving the capital of Saudi Arabia. With 176 km of track across 6 lines and 85 stations, it is the world's largest automated metro network, representing a key pillar of Saudi Vision 2030.
History of the Riyadh Metro
Launched as a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030, the Riyadh Metro project is an engineering marvel. It is the world's largest automated metro network, spanning 176 km across the capital. The network was designed by some of the world's leading architects, including Zaha Hadid, to revolutionize urban mobility in Saudi Arabia while reducing car dependency and environmental impact.
How to Use the Riyadh Metro
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Purchase a Darb smart card from vending machines at any station or via the official Riyadh Metro digital app.
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Tap your card or scan your digital QR code at the turnstiles before boarding.
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Check the cabin type: First Class, Family, and Single cabins are clearly marked on the platform floor and train doors.
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Transfers between lines at interchange stations like KAFD and Al Olaya are free within a 2-hour window.
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Download the official app for real-time train arrivals and journey planning.
Fare Guide
Travel Tips for Riyadh
- Be mindful of cabin etiquette: Family cabins are reserved for women and families, while Single cabins are for unaccompanied men.
- Eating and drinking are strictly prohibited on trains and platforms; fines are enforced for violations.
- Take the Yellow Line directly from King Khalid International Airport for the fastest route into the city.
- Visit the iconic stations like KAFD and STC Al Olaya for their world-class architectural design.
- Peak hours are 7 AM to 9 AM and 4 PM to 7 PM; travel off-peak for a more comfortable experience.
Accessibility
85/ 85 stations
Step-free access (100% coverage)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take the Riyadh Metro directly from King Khalid International Airport?
Yes, the Yellow Line (Line 4) connects directly to all airport terminals, serving as an express link to KAFD and the city center.
What is the closest metro station to KAFD?
The KAFD metro station is the primary interchange for the Blue, Yellow, and Purple lines, located right in the heart of the financial district.
Are there separate cabins for women and families on the Riyadh Metro?
Yes, every train has strictly designated Family cabins for women and families, separate from the First Class and Single (men) cabins.
How do I buy a Riyadh Metro card?
You can buy a physical Darb card at station vending machines or create a digital card via the official mobile app using your smartphone.
KAFD Metro Station
KAFD Metro Station sits at the core of one of the most ambitious urban projects in the world.
STC Al Olaya Metro Station
STC Al Olaya Metro Station stands at one of the most recognisable intersections in Saudi Arabia - the crossing of Olaya Street and King Abdullah Road.
Qasr Al Hokm Metro Station
Qasr Al Hokm Metro Station opens the door to the oldest layer of Riyadh - the mud-brick alleys, historic souqs, and royal quarter that existed long before glass towers and eight-lane highways.
Western Station Metro
Western Station is where the Riyadh Metro meets the rest of Saudi Arabia.
Al Ghadir Metro Station
Al Ghadir Metro Station serves the Al Ghadir residential district on the western arc of the Orange Line, between the Western Station terminus and the Qasr Al Hokm historic centre interchange.
King Fahd Road Metro Station
King Fahd Road Metro Station sits on one of Riyadh's major western arterials, connecting the western residential belt to the Madinah Road corridor.
Al Nasriyah Metro Station
Al Nasriyah Metro Station serves the Al Nasriyah district along the western arc of the Orange Line.
Al Azhar Metro Station
Al Azhar Metro Station serves the Al Azhar district on the Madinah Road corridor - the historic road that connects Riyadh westward toward the holy cities.
Al Rahmaniyyah Metro Station
Al Rahmaniyyah Metro Station serves the Al Rahmaniyyah residential district on the western Orange Line.
Al Bahah Metro Station
Al Bahah Metro Station serves the Al Bahah district on the Orange Line's western corridor.
Al Uraija Metro Station
Al Uraija Metro Station marks the Orange Line's return into Zone 1 as it approaches the historic city centre from the west.
Al Uraija 2 Metro Station
Al Uraija 2 Metro Station is the second Orange Line station serving the extended Al Uraija district, covering the eastern portion of the neighbourhood as the line approaches Qasr Al Hokm and the historic city centre.
Al Madhar Metro Station
Al Madhar Metro Station serves the Al Madhar district, a central-western Riyadh neighbourhood along the Orange Line corridor.
Al Haeer Metro Station
Al Haeer Metro Station serves one of the western residential neighbourhoods immediately adjacent to the Qasr Al Hokm historic area.
Al Mursalat Metro Station
Al Mursalat Metro Station serves the Al Mursalat district, a central-western Riyadh neighbourhood with a mixed residential and commercial character.
Ad Dirah Metro Station
Ad Dirah Metro Station serves the Ad Dirah district - the historic heart of old Riyadh, home to the famous Ad Dirah Souq (gold and traditional market), the Masmak Fortress, and the restored pedestrianised heritage quarter.
Al Imam Turki Metro Station
Al Imam Turki Metro Station sits on the eastern arc of the Orange Line past Qasr Al Hokm, named for Imam Turki bin Abdullah - the founding ruler of the second Saudi state and an important figure in the history of the Al Saud dynasty.
Al Batha Orange Line Metro Station
Al Batha Orange Line Metro Station gives the Orange Line its own access point to the Al Batha traditional commercial district - a complement to the Blue Line's Al Bat'ha station which serves the same area from a different direction.
Al Futah Metro Station
Al Futah Metro Station serves the Al Futah district on the eastern arc of the Orange Line, between the Al Malaz area and the outer residential stations to the east.
Al Manakh Metro Station
Al Manakh Metro Station serves the Al Manakh district, part of the Orange Line's broad eastern arc through the city's northern and eastern residential belt.