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Baniyas Square station at a glance
| Line | Green Line |
|---|---|
| Position | station 11 of 20 on the Green Line main route |
| Fare zone | Zone 5 |
| Station type | Underground |
| Platforms | 2 side platforms |
| Opened | 9 September 2011 |
| Area | Deira |
| Arabic name | بني ياس |
Baniyas Square first and last train
These are the first and last departures from Baniyas Square 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 Creek | 5:02 am11:44 pm | 5:02 am12:43 am | 5:02 am11:43 pm | 8:02 am11:43 pm |
| towards e& | 5:12 am11:44 pm | 5:12 am12:44 am | 5:12 am11:43 pm | 8:12 am11:42 pm |
Top: first train. Bottom (bold): last train from Baniyas Square. 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 Baniyas Square station
- Baniyas Square
- Naif Souk
- Baniyas Road (Dubai Creek)
Exits and entrances
| Exit 1 | Baniyas Square central plaza - shops, banks, Al Manal Centre |
|---|---|
| Exit 2 | Al Maktoum Road - banks, offices, hotels; short walk to Dubai Creek |
| Exit 3 | Signposted for Gold Souk and Spice Souk (traditional markets) |
| Exit 4 | Bus stops and taxi ranks |
From map listings and local guides, not from RTA (propertyfinder.ae). Exit numbers are signposted in the station; follow the signs to the street or landmark you need.
Closest other metro stations
- Union (Red Line and Green Line), 0.7 km in a straight line
- Gold Souq (Green Line), 1.0 km in a straight line
- Salah Al Din (Green Line), 1.3 km in a straight line
- Al Ras (Green Line), 1.4 km in a straight line
Connections at Baniyas Square
RTA buses at Baniyas Square
Routes from RTA announcements (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 Baniyas Square
Dubai Metro fares depend on how many fare zones you cross, not on the number of stops. These are estimates from Baniyas Square to popular stations, using the official zone fares.
| To | Stops | Changes | Silver / Blue | Gold | Red Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | 8 | 1 | AED 5 | AED 10 | AED 6 |
| Airport Terminal 3 | 6 | 1 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Mall of the Emirates | 12 | 1 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Sobha Realty | 16 | 1 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Union | 1 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Gold Souq | 1 | 0 | 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Which metro line is Baniyas Square station on?
Baniyas Square is on the Green Line. It is station 11 of 20 on the Green Line main route.
What time is the last metro from Baniyas Square?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, the last trains leave Baniyas Square at 11:44 pm towards Creek, 11:44 pm towards e&. On Friday night: 12:43 am towards Creek, 12:44 am towards e&. On Sunday: 11:43 pm towards Creek, 11:42 pm towards e&.
What time does the first metro leave Baniyas Square?
From Monday to Saturday the first train leaves Baniyas Square between 5:02 am and 5:12 am depending on direction. On Sunday the metro starts later: the first train is at 8:02 am or later.
What fare zone is Baniyas Square metro station in?
Baniyas Square 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 Baniyas Square metro station?
Places near Baniyas Square include Baniyas Square, Naif Souk, Baniyas Road (Dubai Creek). The closest other metro stations are Union (0.7 km), Gold Souq (1.0 km), Salah Al Din (1.3 km).
How do I get from Baniyas Square to Dubai Airport Terminal 3?
Take the metro from Baniyas Square to Airport Terminal 3: 6 stops with 1 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.
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Reviewed 1 October 2026.