The Riyadh Metro marked a very significant milestone on Sunday, 5th January 2025, by officially reaching full operational capacity. This was achieved by the inauguration of the Orange Line, also known as the Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Axis. This information was revealed at the website of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. With the Riyadh Metro Fully Operational, this project is expected to spur economic growth in the region.
This major milestone marks the completion of the capital’s ambitious six-line metro project. This is a very significant step in the modernization of the urban transport in Saudi Arabia and also advancing the Sultanate’s vision 2030 goals.
Riyadh Metro Factsheet
Completion Date: Riyadh Metro officially completed its phased rollout on January 5, 2025.
Lines and Length: The metro spans six lines across 176 kilometers. This makes it the largest metro system in the Middle East and also the world’s longest driverless train network.
Stations: It has 85 stations in total. The Orange Line (Line 3) runs 41 kilometers, linking Riyadh’s eastern and western sectors.
Operational Hours: The metro operates daily from 6:00 AM to midnight.
Ticketing: Passengers can book their tickets through the Darb app, self-service kiosks, or even ticket offices. Payment options are inclusive of credit cards, bank transfers, and mobile devices
Key/Major Stations: Some of the key stations include Jeddah Road, Tuwaiq, Douh, Harun Al-Rashid Road, and Al-Naseem.
Vision 2030: The Riyadh Metro project is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, aiming to improve urban infrastructure and reduce traffic congestion in the country.
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The Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Axis (Orange Line) is 41 kilometres long. It links Jeddah Road in the west to the Second Eastern Ring Road in the east. Additionally, it runs parallel to Khasm Al-aan in the East.
The Stations on the Orange Line
The stations on the Orange Line are Jeddah Road, Tuwaiq, Al-Dawh, Harun Al-Rashid Road, and lastly An Naseem, which is a very crucial interchange with the Purple Line. This rail project is expected to enhance both accessibility and convenience for the residents.
Other Blue Line Stations Opened
Furthermore, coinciding with the launch of the Orange Line, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City made an announcement on the opening of three new Blue Line stations. These stations are Al-Murooj, Bank Al-Bilad, and lastly King Fahad Library. These additions to the Al-Olaya Al-Batha axis will strengthen the integration of the network. This will be achieved by linking major commercial hubs, residential centres, and even the cultural landmarks.
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The Riyadh Metro is among the biggest public transport infrastructure in the region. It comprises of six lines, 176 kilometres of track, and lastly 85 stations.
The completion of this project marks a major milestone towards advancing the vision 2030 goals of Saudi Arabia. It is mainly aimed at diversifying Saudi Arabia’s economy and also reducing dependence on oil through investments incorporated in sustainable infrastructure.
