Dubai Metro Timings: Tickets and Lines
These Dubai metro timings and fares contain up-to-date information on the timings of Dubai’s Silver Line, Red Line, Green Line, and Metro bus services. So, before you go on your Dubai adventure, be sure to check out our article for the Dubai metro timings schedule.
We understand how important it is to have an accurate date and time of the Dubai metro when visiting the UAE. To make your life easier, we’ve included Dubai metro timings today in a table so that you can check the schedules at a glance. No more worries about missing your train or bus!
What Are the Timings of Dubai Metro?
Dubai Metro & Tram Timings:
Dubai Metro:
- Mon to Thu: 5 am-12 am
- Friday: 5 am-1 am
- Saturday: 5 am -12 am
- Sunday: 8 am -12 am
Tram Stations:
- Mon to Sat: 6 am-1 am
- Sunday: 9 am-1 am
Dubai Metro Timings Today
| Line | From | To |
| Red Line (MRed) | Centrepoint (R11) | Expo 2020 (R76) |
| Branch Line (MBrch) | Jabal Ali (R38) | UAE Exchange (R42) |
| Green Line (MGrn) | Etisalat by e& (G11) | Creek (G30) |
Dubai Metro Opening Time (For All Lines)
Do you plan to zip around Dubai? Here’s what you need to know about the Dubai Metro’s timings.
| Day | Opening Time | Closing Time |
| Monday to Thursday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Friday | 05:00 AM | 01:00 AM (Next Day) |
| Saturday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
Dubai Metro Closing Time (For All Lines)
Riding the Dubai Metro and wondering about its operational hours? Here’s a quick lowdown on when you’ll hear that last ‘doors closing’ chime.
Generally, the RTA Dubai metro wraps up its service by the stroke of midnight. That’s from Monday through to Thursday, and then again on Saturday and Sunday. But there’s a delightful exception on Fridays!
| Day of the Week | Metro Operating Hours |
| Monday-Thursday | 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Friday | 05:00 AM – 01:00 AM (Next day) |
| Saturday | 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
Dubai Metro Interchange Stations Timings
| Station Name | Metro Line(s) | Interchange Information |
| Union | Red Line (R18) | Interchange between Metro Red and Green Lines |
| BurJuman | Red Line (R19), Green Line (G26) | Interchange between Metro Red and Green Lines |
| Jabal Ali | Red Line (R38) | Interchange between Metro Red and Branch Lines |
| SOBHA REALITY | Red Line (R36) | Interchange between Metro and Tram |
| DMCC | Red Line (R37) | Interchange between Metro and Tram |
Last Metro Train Timing (Red Line)
Here’s the Dubai Metro train timing for the Red Line between UAE Exchange and Rashidiya.
| Day | UAE Exchange to Rashidiya | Rashidiya to UAE Exchange |
|---|---|---|
| Sat-Wed | 10:55 PM | 10:54 PM |
| Thursday | 01:56 PM | 11:56 PM |
| Friday | 11:53 PM | 11:53 PM |
Last Metro Train Timing (Green Line)
Here’s the last Metro train timing for the Green Line between Etisalat and Creek.
| Day | Etisalat to Creek | Creek to Etisalat |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday-Wednesday | 11:24 PM | 11:21 PM |
| Thursday | 12:22 PM | 12:20 PM |
| Friday | 12:22 PM | 12:20 PM |
Dubai Tram Timings Today
| Days | Timings |
|---|---|
| Monday to Saturday | 06:00 AM to 01:00 (Next Day) |
| Sunday | 09:00 AM to 01:00 (Next Day) |
RTA Bus Timings Dubai
Dubai Bus operates from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM the following day. Intercity bus services currently running include routes E100, E101, E201, E303, E306, E307, E307A, E315, E400, E411, E16, and E700, connecting Dubai with Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Hatta, Fujairah, and Al Ain. Route C01 operates 24 hours.
Hatta Dubai Buses
RTA operates two active routes from Dubai to Hatta:
- Route H02, the Hatta Express, runs from Dubai Mall Bus Station to Hatta Bus Station. It operates from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily, with a frequency of every two hours, using deluxe coaches. The fare is AED 25 per rider per journey.
- Route H04, the Hatta Hop on Hop off, is a circular route starting and ending at Hatta Bus Station. It passes by four tourist landmarks: Hatta Wadi Hub, Hatta Hill Park, Hatta Dam, and the Heritage Village. Operating from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily, it runs every 30 minutes, with a fare of AED 2 per rider per bus stop.
NOL Card Types and Features and Fares
If you’re an occasional traveler just hopping onto the metro now and then, the Red NOL Card might be your best buddy. Costing just AED 2, it’s like the guest pass of the metro world – valid for 90 days, giving you up to 10 single journeys or a handy 5 daily passes. Pretty neat for a short stay or rare metro adventures.
For those who’ve made the metro their second home, the Silver NOL Card is your go-to. Priced at AED 25, with a generous AED 19 already loaded as balance, this card is all set to be with you for a whopping 5 years!
If you ever run low, you can top it up to a cool AED 1000. Now, that’s what I call metro loyalty!
But, if you’re all about riding in style and comfort, the Golden NOL Card is your VIP ticket. For the same price as the silver one, AED 25, this card not only promises the same 5-year validity and the AED 19 initial balance but also unlocks the luxurious gold cabin for you.
Here are the red ticket, silver, golden fares, and top-up NOL card limit with validity.
| Card Type | Price | Valid For | Top-Up Limit | Included Balance | Features |
| Red Ticket / Red NOL Card | AED 2 | 90 days (10 single journeys or 5 daily passes) | N/A | N/A | Ideal for non-frequent users or travellers |
| Silver Ticket / Silver NOL Card | AED 25 | 5 years | AED 1000 | AED 19 | Suitable for frequent metro users |
| Golden Ticket / Golden NOL Card | AED 25 | 5 years | AED 5000 | AED 19 | Ideal for non-frequent users or travelers |
How are NOL Fares Calculated
Nol Fare Calculation:
- Dubai is split into 7 transport zones.
- The fare depends on how many zones a user passes through.
Dubai Metro Passes:
| Duration | Card Type | 1 Zone | 2 Zones | Card Type |
| 30 days | Silver Nol | AED 140 | AED 230 | AED 350 |
| Gold Nol | AED 280 | AED 460 | AED 700 | |
| 90 days | Silver Nol | AED 330 | AED 550 | AED 830 |
| Gold Nol | AED 660 | AED 1,100 | AED 1,660 | |
| 365 days | Silver Nol | AED 1,060 | AED 1,770 | AED 2,670 |
| Gold Nol | AED 2,120 | AED 3,540 | AED 5,340 |
Dubai Metro Cabins:
- Regular Cabin: Open to all Nol Card users.
- Gold Cabin: Exclusive to Gold Nol Card users.
- Women & Children Cabin: Exclusive to women and children, regardless of Nol Card type, with additional space for prams and pushchairs.
First and Last Dubai Metro Trains
The first trains of the day leave at 5 AM or 8 AM, depending on the day, from specific key stations:
Red Line:
- Centrepoint
- Al Rigga
- Emirates Towers
- Equiti
- DMCC
Green Line:
- Etisalat
- Stadium
- Union
- Burjuman
Is Metro Available 24 Hours in Dubai?
No, the Dubai Metro is not available 24 hours a day. The operating hours for the Dubai Metro are as follows:
- Monday to Thursday: 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight)
- Friday: 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM (next day)
- Saturday: 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight)
These Dubai metro operating hours cover most of the day, allowing for convenient transportation. However, it’s important to note that the metro does not run continuously throughout the night, so passengers should plan their journeys accordingly.
