How to use Metro Dubai for tourists?

How can I use the Dubai Metro? You need to buy single, return and day-pass tickets or a cashless smart card known as Nol on the metro. There are several metro stations dotted around the city so, for easy navigation, use the Roads and Transport Authority's helpful online journey planner.



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You could soon be using public transport in Dubai without tickets, Nol or credit cards. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a smart gate that allows commuters to pay fares for Dubai Metro, tram, buses, taxis and marine transport by simply passing through them.

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The second you pick it up at the airport, you'll have what you need to stay connected, and travel around the city. The NOL Card is your Metro Pass. Use it on the Dubai Metro (regular cabin), buses, Dubai Tram and marine transport modes like the water buses.

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Tourists traveling to Dubai prefer Red Nol cards for their travel, and the card can be easily availed for water taxis, metro, trams, and buses in Dubai.

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Types of card It can be recharged for a maximum of 10 journeys and the initial cost of the card is 2 AED ( US$ 0.50). It can be purchased in any ticketing machine. Silver Card: Card price is 25 AED ( US$ 6.80) and includes 19 AED ( US$ 5.20) credit.

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Gold Card: Same as the silver card but the cost per journey is double. It allows the holder to use the Gold Class (VIP) carriages. Blue Card: This is only recommended for residents of Dubai or people planning to work there for a long period.

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Dubai RTA operates a vehicle from Airport Terminal 3 Metro Station 2 to Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall Metro Station 2 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost AED 5 - AED 8 and the journey takes 27 min.

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Dubai airport taxi rides to the Downtown district last around 15 minutes and cost 15€ (62.50 AED) on average. On the other hand, Train connections to Burj Khalifa metro station take 24 minutes costing 1€ (4.20 AED) per ride.

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The Metro fare will depend on the zone you're traveling in and the distance traveled. Cabs and supplemental buses are available at most stations and can be used to get you to your destination, if needed, but are typically more expensive.

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The Metro is cheapest way to get around Dubai. It has two lines, the Red Line and the Green Line, with trains that run about every ten minutes. Dubai Metro links all neighborhoods, with the Red Line stopping at or near major sights along Sheikh Zayed Road and in the neighborhoods of Bur Dubai and Deira.

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