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National Paints station at a glance
| Line | Red Line |
|---|---|
| Position | station 25 of 29 on the Red Line main route |
| Fare zone | Zone 2 |
| Station type | Elevated |
| Platforms | 1 island platform on the Red Line; 1 side platform on branch |
| Opened | 9 September 2009 |
| Area | Jebel Ali |
| Arabic name | دهانات ناشونال |
| Former names | Nakheel Harbour & Tower, Jabal Ali |
National Paints first and last train
These are the first and last departures from National Paints 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 | 5:06 am11:06 pm | 5:06 am12:06 am | 5:06 am11:06 pm | 8:09 am11:05 pm |
| towards Expo 2020 | 5:05 am11:47 pm | 5:05 am12:51 am | 5:05 am11:47 pm | 8:14 am11:50 pm |
| towards Life Pharmacy | 5:02 am11:51 pm | 5:02 am12:47 am | 5:02 am11:51 pm | 8:10 am11:46 pm |
Top: first train. Bottom (bold): last train from National Paints. 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 National Paints station
- Jebel Ali Village
- The Gardens
- Jumeirah Islands
- Red Line / Route 2020 junction
Closest other metro stations
- Ibn Battuta (Red Line), 1.6 km in a straight line
- The Gardens (Red Line), 1.8 km in a straight line
- DMCC (Red Line), 1.8 km in a straight line
- Discovery Gardens (Red Line), 3.1 km in a straight line
Connections at National Paints
Park and Ride:National Paints has a multi-storey car park that is free for metro users who exit within 60 minutes of their last metro tap. See metro parking rules and fees.
RTA buses at National Paints
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 National Paints
Dubai Metro fares depend on how many fare zones you cross, not on the number of stops. These are estimates from National Paints 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 | 22 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Mall of the Emirates | 6 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Sobha Realty | 2 | 0 | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Union | 17 | 0 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
| Gold Souq | 19 | 1 | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
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 National Paints station on?
National Paints is on the Red Line. It is station 25 of 29 on the Red Line main route.
What time is the last metro from National Paints?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, the last trains leave National Paints at 11:06 pm towards Centrepoint, 11:47 pm towards Expo 2020, 11:51 pm towards Life Pharmacy. On Friday night: 12:06 am towards Centrepoint, 12:51 am towards Expo 2020, 12:47 am towards Life Pharmacy. On Sunday: 11:05 pm towards Centrepoint, 11:50 pm towards Expo 2020, 11:46 pm towards Life Pharmacy.
What time does the first metro leave National Paints?
From Monday to Saturday the first train leaves National Paints between 5:02 am and 5:06 am depending on direction. On Sunday the metro starts later: the first train is at 8:09 am or later.
What fare zone is National Paints metro station in?
National Paints is in Zone 2. 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 Jabal Ali metro station?
Jabal Ali metro station is now called National Paints. Earlier names: Nakheel Harbour & Tower, Jabal Ali. Only the name changed; the station, its location and the line are the same.
What is near National Paints metro station?
Places near National Paints include Jebel Ali Village, The Gardens, Jumeirah Islands, Red Line / Route 2020 junction. The closest other metro stations are Ibn Battuta (1.6 km), The Gardens (1.8 km), DMCC (1.8 km).
How do I get from National Paints to Dubai Airport Terminal 3?
Take the metro from National Paints to Airport Terminal 3: 22 stops with no change of train. The estimated fare with a Silver nol card is AED 7.50. Use the journey planner on this page for step-by-step directions.
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Reviewed 1 October 2026.