About 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. It is one of several stations on the western Orange Line stretch bringing suburban residents of western Riyadh into direct rail contact with the city centre for the first time.
Station Overview
Elevated Zone 2 Orange Line station. One stop east of Western Station, heading toward the city centre via the western residential corridor. Opened 2024.
Lines and Connectivity
Orange Line only. Westbound to Western Station (terminus and intercity bus hub). Eastbound toward Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange) and the full city centre.
Facilities
WiFi and toilets. Residential commuter station serving the western suburbs.
Accessibility
Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.
Travel Tips
- Zone 2 fare applies - SAR 6 single to Zone 1 city centre.
- Western Station (intercity bus hub) is 1 stop west - useful for passengers connecting to regional coaches.
Nearby Attractions
Al Ghadir residential district - directly served. Western Riyadh suburb.
Timings and Best Time to Travel
Sunday to Thursday 06:00 to midnight, Friday 13:00 to 02:00, Saturday 06:00 to 02:00.
Nearest Metro to Al Ghadir residential district
If you are heading to Al Ghadir residential district, Al Ghadir Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Orange Line. It also gives easy access to Western Station multimodal hub (1 stop west) and Madinah Road western corridor. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Station Timings
First Train
06:00
Last Train
00:00
Times shown are approximate. Timings may vary on public holidays. Check the official Riyadh Metro app for live updates.
Traveller Tips
- 1Zone 2 - SAR 6 single to Zone 1.
- 2Western Station bus hub is 1 stop west.
- 3Intercity coaches from Jeddah and Mecca arrive at Western Station - transfer to the Orange Line here.
- 4Trains are less crowded on the western Orange Line than in the city centre sections.