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Discovery Gardens Metro Station (R71): Red Line Guide 2026 Metro Station
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Discovery Gardens Metro Station is R71 on the Red Line's Expo 2020 branch, in fare Zone 2. It serves the Discovery Gardens residential community and nearby parts of The Gardens and Al Furjan.
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Code | R71 |
| Line | Red Line, Expo 2020 branch |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| Opened | 1 January 2021 |
| Station type | Elevated |
| Adjacent stations | The Gardens (R70) and Al Furjan (R72) |
| Park-and-ride | No major dedicated RTA park-and-ride |
Where is the station?
The station is on the Route 2020 extension beside Discovery Gardens. The community is large, so some apartment clusters remain a significant walk or require a feeder bus or taxi.
Save the building or cluster pin before leaving the station. “Discovery Gardens” alone is not precise enough for the last mile.
Metro timings
| Day | Metro network hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 5:00 am–12:00 midnight |
| Friday | 5:00 am–1:00 am next day |
| Saturday | 5:00 am–12:00 midnight |
| Sunday | 8:00 am–12:00 midnight |
Exact first and last trains at R71 vary by direction. Check the RTA timetable or S'hail.
Directions
- Towards Expo 2020: Al Furjan, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai Investment Park and Expo 2020.
- Towards central Dubai: The Gardens, then the main Red Line through Ibn Battuta, DMCC, Mall of the Emirates and Downtown.
- Check the platform display because Red Line services can have different western destinations.
Buses and last-mile travel
Feeder routes serve Discovery Gardens, The Gardens and nearby communities, but route numbers and stop patterns change. Use S'hail with the building name or cluster number.
For luggage, groceries or a distant cluster, a short taxi can be more practical than walking in hot weather.
Nol fares
| Zones crossed | Silver nol fare |
|---|---|
| Within one zone | AED 3 |
| Two adjacent zones | AED 5 |
| More than two zones | AED 7.50 |
A Metro-to-bus connection made within RTA's permitted transfer rules can be calculated as an integrated journey based on zones crossed. Tap correctly on every mode.
Facilities and accessibility
The elevated station offers ticketing, nol top-up, lifts, escalators, toilets and staff assistance. Step-free access is available between street and platform, subject to maintenance.
Nearby places
- Discovery Gardens residential clusters
- The Gardens
- Al Furjan
- Ibn Battuta Mall via Metro to R39
- local supermarkets, restaurants, schools and community services
Business details change frequently, so confirm the exact location and hours before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the station code?
R71.
Is Discovery Gardens on the Red Line?
Yes, on the Expo 2020 branch.
Can I walk to every Discovery Gardens building?
No. The neighbourhood is extensive; some clusters need a feeder bus or taxi.
Which stations are next?
The Gardens R70 towards central Dubai and Al Furjan R72 towards Expo 2020.
Does it have free park-and-ride?
It is not listed as a principal RTA park-and-ride station. Follow local parking signs.
Read our guides to Ibn Battuta Metro Station and Jumeirah Golf Estates Station.
Information checked 26 October 2026. Verify live departures and feeder routes with RTA or S'hail.