Next stations from Al Rigga
Al Rigga station at a glance
| Line | Red Line |
|---|---|
| Position | station 7 of 29 on the Red Line main route |
| Fare zone | Zone 5 |
| Station type | Underground |
| Platforms | 2 side platforms |
| Opened | 9 September 2009 |
| Area | Al Rigga, Deira |
| Arabic name | الرقة |
| Passengers (2025) | 13.8 million, one of the five busiest stations |
Al Rigga first and last train
These are the first and last departures from Al Rigga in each direction, from RTA's official station timetable. The last train from a station is often well before midnight, especially towards the far end of the line.
| Direction | Mon–Thu | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| towards Centrepoint | 5:00 am11:53 pm | 5:00 am12:53 am | 5:00 am11:53 pm | 8:12 am11:52 pm |
| towards Expo 2020 | 5:02 am11:01 pm | 5:02 am12:05 am | 5:02 am11:01 pm | 8:08 am11:04 pm |
| towards Life Pharmacy | 5:00 am11:05 pm | 5:00 am12:01 am | 5:00 am11:05 pm | 8:04 am11:00 pm |
Top: first train. Bottom (bold): last train from Al Rigga. The highlighted column is today in Dubai. Source: RTA Dubai Metro station timetable; times follow station clocks and change on holidays and special events.
Holiday changes and peak frequencies are on the Dubai Metro timings page.
What is near Al Rigga station
- Al Rigga Street
- Al Ghurair Centre
- Clock Tower Roundabout
- Al Muraqqabat
Exits and entrances
| Exit 1 | Al Rigga Street - restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, Hyatt Place, Avenue Hotel |
|---|---|
| Exit 2 | Towards Al Ghurair Centre |
From map listings and local guides, not from RTA (propertyfinder.ae, quicklease.ae). Exit numbers are signposted in the station; follow the signs to the street or landmark you need.
Closest other metro stations
- Salah Al Din (Green Line), 0.8 km in a straight line
- Union (Red Line and Green Line), 1.1 km in a straight line
- City Centre Deira (Red Line), 1.2 km in a straight line
- Abu Baker Al Siddique (Green Line), 1.3 km in a straight line
Connections at Al Rigga
RTA buses at Al Rigga
Routes from the station reference list (source), updated with RTA route changes announced up to 2026. Bus routes change often: confirm the stop and timetable in the S'hail app before travelling.
Fares from Al Rigga
Dubai Metro fares depend on how many fare zones you cross, not on the number of stops. These are estimates from Al Rigga to popular stations, using the official zone fares.
| To | Stops | Changes | Silver / Blue | Gold | Red Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | 8 | 0 | AED 5 | AED 10 | AED 6 |
| Airport Terminal 3 | 4 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Mall of the Emirates | 12 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Sobha Realty | 16 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Union | 1 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Gold Souq | 3 | 1 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
Estimates; the fare charged at the exit gate is final. See tickets and fares for nol card prices and day passes.
Plan a journey from Al Rigga
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Frequently asked questions
Which metro line is Al Rigga station on?
Al Rigga is on the Red Line. It is station 7 of 29 on the Red Line main route.
What time is the last metro from Al Rigga?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, the last trains leave Al Rigga at 11:53 pm towards Centrepoint, 11:01 pm towards Expo 2020, 11:05 pm towards Life Pharmacy. On Friday night: 12:53 am towards Centrepoint, 12:05 am towards Expo 2020, 12:01 am towards Life Pharmacy. On Sunday: 11:52 pm towards Centrepoint, 11:04 pm towards Expo 2020, 11:00 pm towards Life Pharmacy.
What time does the first metro leave Al Rigga?
From Monday to Saturday the first train leaves Al Rigga between 5:00 am and 5:02 am depending on direction. On Sunday the metro starts later: the first train is at 8:04 am or later.
What fare zone is Al Rigga metro station in?
Al Rigga is in Zone 5. A trip inside one zone costs AED 3 with a Silver nol card, two adjacent zones AED 5 and more than two zones AED 7.50.
What is near Al Rigga metro station?
Places near Al Rigga include Al Rigga Street, Al Ghurair Centre, Clock Tower Roundabout, Al Muraqqabat. The closest other metro stations are Salah Al Din (0.8 km), Union (1.1 km), City Centre Deira (1.2 km).
How do I get from Al Rigga to Dubai Airport Terminal 3?
Take the metro from Al Rigga to Airport Terminal 3: 4 stops with no change of train. The estimated fare with a Silver nol card is AED 3. Use the journey planner on this page for step-by-step directions.
Other stations on the Red Line
Reviewed 1 October 2026.