What Are Dubai Metro Green Line Stations and Fares?
The short answer: Dubai Metro Green Line connects 20 stations between e& and Creek, serving Al Qusais, Deira, Bur Dubai and Al Jaddaf. As of October 2026, trains operate daily, with station hours starting at 5 AM on most days and 8 AM on Sundays. Standard Silver nol fares range from AED 3 to AED 7.50 per journey.
Where does the Dubai Metro Green Line go?
The Green Line runs through some of Dubai’s busiest residential, commercial and historic districts. Its approximately 22.5 km route connects e& station in Al Qusais with Creek station in Al Jaddaf.
Unlike the Red Line, which serves Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport, the Green Line concentrates on older neighbourhoods, traditional markets and healthcare districts.
The route passes through Deira, crosses Dubai Creek underground and continues through Bur Dubai towards Al Jaddaf.
Passengers travelling towards Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina can transfer to the Red Metro Line at Union or BurJuman.
What are the 20 Green Line stations?
As of October 2026, the Green Line has 20 stations. The following table lists every stop in travel order from e& towards Creek.
| Code | Station | Useful nearby area |
|---|---|---|
| G11 | e& | Al Qusais |
| G12 | Al Qusais | Residential districts |
| G13 | Dubai Airport Free Zone | Business district |
| G14 | Al Nahda | Residential neighbourhoods |
| G15 | Stadium | Al Qusais sports area |
| G16 | Al Qiyadah | Al Qiyadah district |
| G17 | Abu Hail | Abu Hail neighbourhood |
| G18 | Abu Baker Al Siddique | Deira |
| G19 | Salah Al Din | Shopping and hotels |
| G20 | Union | Red Line interchange |
| G21 | Baniyas Square | Central Deira |
| G22 | Gold Souq | Traditional markets |
| G23 | Al Ras | Historic Deira |
| G24 | Al Ghubaiba | Bur Dubai waterfront |
| G25 | Sharaf DG | Al Fahidi district |
| G26 | BurJuman | Red Line interchange |
| G27 | Oud Metha | Residential and commercial area |
| G28 | Dubai Healthcare City | Medical facilities |
| G29 | Al Jadaf | Al Jaddaf district |
| G30 | Creek | Creek waterfront |
Some older maps use previous station names. Etisalat is now e&, Palm Deira is Gold Souq, and Al Fahidi is Sharaf DG. Recognising these changes prevents confusion when following older travel directions.
What are the Green Line timings?
The regular Dubai Metro operating schedule in October 2026 applies to both the Green and Red Lines.
| Day | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 5:00 AM | 12:00 midnight |
| Friday | 5:00 AM | 1:00 AM Saturday |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM | 12:00 midnight |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM | 12:00 midnight |
These are station operating hours, not guaranteed departure times for individual trains. The last departure from a particular station depends on its position along the route and the direction of travel.
Passengers making late connections should allow additional time for changing platforms. Our metro timing guide also covers Red Line services and late journey planning.
How much are Green Line fares?
Dubai Metro uses a zone-based fare system rather than charging a fixed amount for the Green Line. As of October 2026, prices depend on the number of fare zones crossed and the nol ticket type.
| Journey | Silver nol | Gold nol | Red ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Within one zone | AED 3 | AED 6 | AED 4 |
| Two adjacent zones | AED 5 | AED 10 | AED 6 |
| More than two zones | AED 7.50 | AED 15 | AED 8.50 |
The Red ticket figures cover regular class. Gold Class Red tickets cost AED 8, AED 12 or AED 17 respectively.
For most regular commuters, Silver nol offers better value than buying individual Red tickets. Gold Class costs twice the corresponding Silver fare.
Travellers considering premium seating can compare the Gold Card fares before paying extra.
How much should you budget for a journey?
Consider a return journey using a Silver nol card. These examples show transport spending without assuming that every trip crosses the same zones.
- One-zone return: AED 6 per person.
- Two-zone return: AED 10 per person.
- Longer return: AED 15 per person.
- Five working days: AED 30 to AED 75 for ten journeys, depending on zones.
These totals cover metro fares only. They exclude the initial cost of obtaining a nol card, additional taxi journeys, meals, attraction tickets and separately charged transport.
A Silver nol seven-day pass costs AED 50 for one zone, AED 80 for two zones or AED 110 for all zones in October 2026. For example, ten two-zone journeys cost AED 50 using ordinary Silver fares, making a weekly pass unnecessary for that travel pattern alone.
Another useful saving involves transfers. A qualifying metro-to-bus connection made within 30 minutes can count towards one combined zone-based journey rather than two separate fares.
Where can you change to the Red Line?
There are two Green Line interchange stations, Union and BurJuman. Both allow passengers to change between the Green and Red Lines without leaving the paid metro network.
- Use Union when travelling from Deira towards Dubai International Airport or other Red Line destinations.
- Use BurJuman when approaching from Al Ghubaiba, Sharaf DG or the southern Green Line stations.
- Follow the Red Line platform signs and select the direction serving your destination.
- Remain inside the paid area during the interchange to avoid unnecessarily ending your journey.
For airport travellers, the distinction matters: Dubai Airport Free Zone station is not an airport terminal station. Airport Terminal 1 and Airport Terminal 3 are on the Red Line.
Which stations are best for sightseeing?
The Green Line is particularly useful for exploring traditional Dubai without relying entirely on taxis.
- Gold Souq: A practical starting point for jewellery shopping and Deira’s traditional trading district.
- Al Ras: Useful for exploring older market streets and the historic waterfront.
- Al Ghubaiba: Convenient for Bur Dubai’s waterfront and onward local transport.
- Sharaf DG: A good choice for exploring the Al Fahidi heritage district.
- Dubai Healthcare City: Useful for visitors attending appointments in the medical district.
A practical heritage outing starts at Gold Souq, continues towards Al Ras and then crosses to Bur Dubai for the historic neighbourhoods. Walking distances, weather and optional abra travel should be included in your plans.
Who should use the Green Line?
The Green Line is an excellent choice for commuters travelling within Deira, Al Qusais and Bur Dubai, particularly when their destinations are within walking distance of a station.
It also suits budget-conscious tourists exploring traditional markets and heritage districts. Travelling by metro makes transport spending predictable and avoids much of the uncertainty associated with road congestion.
However, passengers whose main destinations are Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah or Downtown Dubai should generally prioritise the Red Line or another suitable connection. The Green Line adds an interchange rather than taking them directly to those areas.
Families carrying substantial luggage, travellers with several distant stops and anyone heading to locations far from stations should compare the full door-to-door journey with a taxi.
The most useful decision rule is simple: choose the Green Line when both your starting point and destination are near its stations. Otherwise, calculate the walking and connecting transport required before deciding that the lowest metro fare represents the cheapest overall trip.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Dubai Metro Green Line operate on Sundays?
Yes. As of October 2026, regular Sunday station operating hours are 8 AM to midnight, compared with 5 AM starts on most other days.
Can I reach Dubai Mall using the Green Line?
Not directly. Change to the Red Line at Union or BurJuman and travel to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station.
Is the Green Line cheaper than the Red Line?
No. Both lines use the same nol zone-based fare structure, with Silver fares ranging from AED 3 to AED 7.50 as of October 2026. Your total fare depends on the zones crossed rather than the colour of the metro line.
