Riyadh Metro represents the backbone of the capital’s public transportation network
His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of the capital’s public transport network.
Riyadh Metro will feature six lines spanning 176 kilometres to ensure a fast, reliable, comfortable commuting experience. The network has been developed to transport over 3.6 million passengers at maximum capacity and operates on a fully automated (driverless) metro system. In line with Vision 2030, Riyadh Metro will significantly bolster Riyadh’s urban mobility and the services and logistics sector.
Riyadh Metro is a key component of Riyadh Public Transport (RPT), a well-integrated and efficient public transport network designed to serve residents and tourists alike. It includes metro lines, buses, feeders, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Bus on Demand, and Park & Ride facilities.
His Royal Highness Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) stated: “The Riyadh Public Transport Project, which spans metro and bus networks, is the culmination of concerted efforts made by His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the outcome of His Majesty’s visionary leadership while serving as Chairman of the High Commission for the Development of Arriyadh, the predecessor of RCRC.”
The metro will operate in phases, with the first three lines – the Blue Line (Line 1), the Yellow Line (Line 4), and the Purple Line (Line 6) – opening to the public on December 1st. Subsequent launches of the Red line (Line 2) and the Green line (Line 5) are scheduled for December 15th, while the Orange line (Line 3) is set to launch on January 5th, 2025, culminating in a complete network of six lines featuring 85 strategically located stations, including four iconic main stations: King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), STC, Qasr Al Hokm, and Western Station.
H.E. Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Sultan, Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, and RCRC CEO, commented: “Today, Riyadh City is reaping the benefits of this project that will reshape the capital’s image and redefine mobility for its residents and visitors. The network aligns with Riyadh’s economic, social, environmental, and urban development objectives and represents a historic milestone in the capital’s transportation sector. Riyadh Metro will ease the daily lives and commute of citizens, residents and visitors, offering them a world-class urban travel experience.”
The Riyadh Metro is a crucial milestone of the ambitious plans outlined by RCRC to improve mobility and enhance quality of life. The project comprises 183 trains with a total of 448 cars manufactured by three leading global train manufacturers—Siemens (Germany), Bombardier (Canada), and Alstom (France)—and features a modern and unified design by Avant Premiere (France).
Riyadh Metro is integral to the city’s infrastructure network, supporting its future development and providing an efficient transport solution for Expo 2030 and other major world-class events.
Riyadh Metro reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to sustainable urban development, driven by the need to reduce pollution while addressing transportation demands. Aligning with global sustainability standards and smart, sustainable solutions, the network integrates environmental practices, featuring stations constructed with 20% recycled materials and local resources and engineered to lower energy and water usage. Riyadh Metro stations are committed to international sustainability standards in design and execution, having won gold LEED certifications for both the KAFD and Qasr Al Hokm stations.