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Al Garhoud station at a glance
| Line | Red Line |
|---|---|
| Position | station 5 of 29 on the Red Line main route |
| Fare zone | Zone 5 |
| Station type | Elevated |
| Platforms | 2 side platforms |
| Opened | 15 May 2010 |
| Area | Al Garhoud |
| Arabic name | القرهود |
| Former names | GGICO, Garhoud |
Al Garhoud first and last train
These are the first and last departures from Al Garhoud 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 | 5:04 am11:57 pm | 5:04 am12:57 am | 5:04 am11:57 pm | 8:17 am11:57 pm |
| towards Expo 2020 | 5:12 am10:56 pm | 5:12 am12:00 am | 5:12 am10:56 pm | 8:11 am10:59 pm |
| towards Life Pharmacy | 5:10 am11:00 pm | 5:10 am11:56 pm | 5:10 am11:00 pm | 8:07 am10:55 pm |
Top: first train. Bottom (bold): last train from Al Garhoud. 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 Garhoud station
- Al Garhoud
- Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium
- Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
Closest other metro stations
- City Centre Deira (Red Line), 1.1 km in a straight line
- Airport Terminal 1 (Red Line), 1.3 km in a straight line
- Airport Terminal 3 (Red Line), 2.0 km in a straight line
- Al Rigga (Red Line), 2.2 km in a straight line
Connections at Al Garhoud
RTA buses at Al Garhoud
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 Garhoud
Dubai Metro fares depend on how many fare zones you cross, not on the number of stops. These are estimates from Al Garhoud to popular stations, using the official zone fares.
| To | Stops | Changes | Silver / Blue | Gold | Red Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | 10 | 0 | AED 5 | AED 10 | AED 6 |
| Airport Terminal 3 | 2 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Mall of the Emirates | 14 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Sobha Realty | 18 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Union | 3 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Gold Souq | 5 | 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 Garhoud
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Frequently asked questions
Which metro line is Al Garhoud station on?
Al Garhoud is on the Red Line. It is station 5 of 29 on the Red Line main route.
What time is the last metro from Al Garhoud?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, the last trains leave Al Garhoud at 11:57 pm towards Centrepoint, 10:56 pm towards Expo 2020, 11:00 pm towards Life Pharmacy. On Friday night: 12:57 am towards Centrepoint, 12:00 am towards Expo 2020, 11:56 pm towards Life Pharmacy. On Sunday: 11:57 pm towards Centrepoint, 10:59 pm towards Expo 2020, 10:55 pm towards Life Pharmacy.
What time does the first metro leave Al Garhoud?
From Monday to Saturday the first train leaves Al Garhoud between 5:04 am and 5:12 am depending on direction. On Sunday the metro starts later: the first train is at 8:07 am or later.
What fare zone is Al Garhoud metro station in?
Al Garhoud 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 the new name of Garhoud metro station?
Garhoud metro station is now called Al Garhoud. Earlier names: GGICO, Garhoud. Only the name changed; the station, its location and the line are the same.
What is near Al Garhoud metro station?
Places near Al Garhoud include Al Garhoud, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. The closest other metro stations are City Centre Deira (1.1 km), Airport Terminal 1 (1.3 km), Airport Terminal 3 (2.0 km).
How do I get from Al Garhoud to Dubai Airport Terminal 3?
Take the metro from Al Garhoud to Airport Terminal 3: 2 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.
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Reviewed 1 October 2026.