The Capital's New Artery — Riyadh Metro 2026
Roya Watan 2030 | Operations 2026
The region's largest public transport project reaches full operating capacity in 2026, covering 176 km across 85 stations at a cost of $22.5 billion.
The Vision for 2026
The metro is no longer merely a means of transport; it has become a primary driver of Vision 2030's quality-of-life improvements. The project helps eliminate thousands of daily car journeys, reducing carbon emissions and improving the capital's air, supported by an integrated bus network with 2,800 stops.
Key Developments in 2026
Launch of Line 7
Connecting historic Diriyah Gate with the Qiddiya entertainment project over 70 km and 19 stations, strengthening tourism and entertainment.
99.78%
Punctuality Rate
100 Million Passengers
In the First Nine Months of Operation
The New Fare Structure
Affordable options from January 1, 2026
Annual Pass (Standard)
SAR 1,260
Unlimited Travel
Ideal for Employees
Annual Pass (First Class)
SAR 3,150
A Premium Travel Experience
Private Lounge Access
Student Pass
SAR 260
Per Academic Semester
Comprehensive Educational Support
Revised operating hours: Service begins daily at 5:30 a.m.
Iconic Stations
King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD)
Designed by Zaha Hadid and awarded LEED Gold certification.
Al Olaya Station (STC)
Features gardens floating above the roof in the heart of the commercial district.
Qasr Al Hokm Station
A design that reflects natural light into the historic district.
Explore the Six Main Lines
Riyadh 2026: A City Breathing the Future
Properties near stations have risen in value (the “metro premium”), strengthening transit-oriented development (TOD) and making Riyadh a global destination for living.
A Nation's Vision
