A City Transformed

The Riyadh Metro is now fully operational with all six lines open, marking the completion of one of the world's largest public transit projects. The SAR 90 billion driverless metro system features 176 kilometers of track, 85 stations — including four major interchange stations — and trains that reach speeds of 90 km/h.

Line Overview

• Blue Line — King Fahd Road (north-south spine)
• Green Line — King Abdullah Road (east-west)
• Red Line — Olaya-Batha (commercial corridor)
• Orange Line — Airport Express (30 min to King Khalid Airport)
• Yellow Line — King Abdulaziz Road (historic axis)
• Purple Line — Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Road

Impact on Tourism

For tourists, the metro provides affordable, comfortable access to all major attractions including the National Museum, Kingdom Tower, Diriyah, and Boulevard Riyadh City. Multi-language announcements in Arabic, English, Urdu, and Chinese serve international visitors. Tourist day passes cost SAR 25 for unlimited travel.

Smart Integration

The metro integrates with the Darb app for real-time tracking, journey planning, and contactless payment via Apple Pay, Google Pay, and mada. Free Wi-Fi is available on all trains and stations.