King Fahad District Metro Station

King Fahad District Metro Station serves one of Riyadh's most populous middle and upper-income residential neighbourhoods. The King Fahad District covers a large residential grid east and west of the Olaya corridor, with a dense mix of villas, apartment towers, schools, and local commercial streets. The station provides thousands of residents with a direct metro connection to the business districts to the north and south.

Station Overview

Elevated Zone 1 Blue Line station, opened 2024. Positioned along the Olaya corridor between the northern business stretch and the STC Al Olaya interchange to the south.

Lines and Connectivity

Blue Line only. Northbound to KAFD, southbound to STC Al Olaya, National Museum, and Al Bat'ha.

Facilities

Toilets and WiFi at the station. Darb card machines at both entry points.

Accessibility

Full step-free access throughout with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.

Travel Tips

• Morning commuter flows toward KAFD and STC Al Olaya are heaviest 7:30 to 9:00 AM.
• Evening return peak is 5:00 to 7:30 PM - board early for a seat.
• Multiple local restaurants and cafes within the surrounding neighbourhood streets.

Nearby Attractions

King Fahad District - directly served. One of Riyadh's largest established residential neighbourhoods.

Local commercial street (Takhassusi Road area) - 5 to 8 minutes on foot. Neighbourhood retail, cafes, and services.

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. Mid-morning and early afternoon are the quietest periods.