Riyadh Metro, the world’s largest driverless metro system, revolutionizes urban mobility in Saudi Arabia’s capital.
Officially launched on December 1, 2024, this monumental project spans 176 kilometers across six lines, connecting 84 stations throughout Riyadh.
Key Features
Capacity
The metro efficiently accommodates up to 3.6 million passengers daily.
Lines and Stations
The network consists of six distinct lines:
- Blue Line: Extends 38 km, linking Al-Olaya, Al-Batha, and Al-Hayer.
- Red Line: Covers 25.3 km along King Abdullah Road.
- Orange Line: Spans 40.7 km from Al-Madinah Road to Prince Saad Bin Abdurrahman Road.
- Yellow Line: Runs 29.5 km, serving King Khalid International Airport Road.
- Green Line: Stretches 12.9 km along King Abdulaziz Road.
- Purple Line: Covers 29.7 km, connecting Abdulrahman Bin Awf and Sheikh Hassan Bin Hussein Roads.
Main Stations
Four major stations serve as transit hubs, strategically placed in high-traffic areas:
- King Abdullah Financial District Station
- STC Station
- Qasr Al-Hukm Station
- Western Station
These stations facilitate smooth transfers between metro lines and bus routes.
Ticketing and Pricing
The Darb app enables a seamless digital ticketing experience. Ticket options include:
Standard Tickets
- SAR 4 for a two-hour pass
- SAR 20 for a three-day pass
- SAR 40 for a seven-day pass
- SAR 140 for a monthly pass
First-Class Tickets
- SAR 10 for a two-hour pass
- SAR 50 for a three-day pass
- SAR 100 for a seven-day pass
- SAR 350 for a monthly pass
Amenities and Services
Riyadh Metro offers modern conveniences to enhance the passenger experience:
- Air-conditioned carriages
- Free Wi-Fi
- Advanced audio-visual systems
- Three service classes: first class, family, and individual
Future Developments
As part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, the Riyadh Metro aims to transform urban transportation. Complementing the metro, an extensive bus network will include over 340 buses servicing more than 2,800 stops upon full deployment.
Conclusion
Riyadh Metro marks a pivotal step in sustainable urban development. Reducing traffic congestion and improving city-wide connectivity sets a new benchmark for public transportation in Saudi Arabia.
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