Ministry of Education Metro StationMOE

Ministry of Education Metro Station is the second of two Red-Green Line interchange stations in Riyadh, sitting where the Red Line along King Abdullah Road crosses the Green Line on King Abdulaziz Road. It serves the Ministry of Education headquarters - one of the most significant government ministries in Saudi Arabia - and gives passengers on both lines a direct transfer point in the northern administrative district of the city.

Station Overview

Elevated Zone 1 two-line interchange station serving the Red Line (Line 2) and Green Line (Line 5). Between King Abdulaziz Road to the west on the Red Line, and An Nuzhah to the east. Opened 2024.

Lines and Connectivity

The Red Line connects east toward An Nuzhah, Riyadh Exhibition Center, and King Fahd Sports City, and west through the embassy district, STC Al Olaya (Blue Line), and King Saud University. The Green Line runs south toward National Museum (Blue Line interchange), Ministry of Finance, and King Abdulaziz Hospital, and north toward King Salman Park and Abu Dhabi Square.

Station Layout and Structure

Two-line elevated interchange with separate platforms connected through a central concourse. Allow 3 to 5 minutes for line transfers. An information desk assists with navigation and journey planning.

Facilities

Toilets, WiFi, and a staffed information desk. Government ministry operating hours drive weekday traffic patterns.

Accessibility

Full step-free access with lifts on all platform levels, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors on both lines.

Travel Tips

• Transfer Red to Green Line here to reach the National Museum area without going all the way to STC Al Olaya.
• Ministry of Education offices operate Sunday to Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM - arrive before opening for administrative services.
• The station is significantly quieter at weekends when government offices are closed.

Nearby Attractions

Ministry of Education headquarters - directly adjacent. The central ministry responsible for Saudi Arabia's national education system.

King Abdulaziz Road administrative district - surrounding area. Multiple government departments and institutions along the corridor.

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. Busiest 7:30 to 9:00 AM and 2:30 to 4:00 PM on weekdays.