About As Salam Metro Station
As Salam Metro Station is the second Orange-Purple Line interchange in the eastern Zone 2 area, positioned further east than An Naseem and serving a slightly different residential catchment. The station has a park-and-ride facility reflecting its role as an edge-of-network station drawing commuters from the outermost eastern suburbs who then use the metro for the journey into the city.
Station Overview
Elevated Zone 2 two-line interchange station on the Orange and Purple lines. East of An Naseem on the outer Orange Line stretch. Opened 2024.
Lines and Connectivity
Orange Line connects west to the full city centre corridor. Purple Line runs north toward Al Hamra (Red Line) and KAFD (Blue/Yellow), and this is one of the southern terminus points of the Purple Line loop.
Facilities
Toilets, WiFi, and parking. Park-and-ride serves far eastern suburb commuters.
Accessibility
Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors on both lines.
Travel Tips
- Use the park-and-ride free with a Darb card if driving from the far eastern suburbs.
- Purple Line from here reaches KAFD - transfer there for Blue and Yellow lines.
- Zone 2 fares apply - SAR 6 to Zone 1 single adult.
Nearby Attractions
As Salam residential district - directly served. Outer eastern 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 As Salam residential district
If you are heading to As Salam residential district, As Salam Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Orange Line. It also gives easy access to Eastern Riyadh outer suburbs. 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
- 1Free park-and-ride with Darb card for eastern suburb commuters.
- 2Purple Line north reaches KAFD for Blue and Yellow Line connections.
- 3Zone 2 - SAR 6 to Zone 1 on the Darb card.
- 4Transfers between Orange and Purple lines are free within the 2-hour Darb card window.