Ibn Battuta Metro Station (R39): Red Line & Bus Guide 2026 Metro Station

Ibn Battuta Metro Station is station R39 on the Dubai Metro Red Line, in fare Zone 2. It is the most convenient metro stop for Ibn Battuta Mall and connects directly with the adjacent bus station, including intercity services.

Source: Dubai RTA network information, checked October 2026

How to reach Ibn Battuta Mall

From the train, follow signs for Ibn Battuta Mall rather than the bus station. The station is connected to the mall side of Sheikh Zayed Road, making this one of Dubai's easiest malls to reach by metro.

Allow extra time at weekends and during sales. If meeting someone, agree on a named mall court or entrance rather than “the metro exit”.

Which Red Line train should you take?

From Downtown Dubai, Business Bay or Dubai Marina

Board a Red Line train heading towards UAE Exchange and leave at Ibn Battuta (R39). Service patterns can change, so follow the destination shown on station screens.

From Expo City Dubai

Take the Red Line towards the city and follow live RTA directions for Ibn Battuta. Depending on the operating pattern, you may need to change at a branch interchange.

From Dubai International Airport

From Terminals 1 or 3, take the Red Line south-west. This is a long cross-city journey, so allow time for the airport walk and any change shown by RTA.

Ibn Battuta Bus Station connections

The bus station beside the metro provides local and intercity transfers. Services commonly associated with this hub include 8, 91, 91A, 96, F43, F44, F46, F55, F55A, X92 and X94. Routes and stands can change, so confirm the live stop and departure in the RTA journey planner.

E101 bus to Abu Dhabi

The E101 has traditionally linked Ibn Battuta Bus Station with Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station. Before relying on it, check the current intercity timetable, boarding requirements and payment through Dubai RTA and Abu Dhabi Mobility.

Metro operating hours

These are network hours, not a promise of the last train at R39. Verify late journeys on the official RTA website or S'hail.

Nol fares

A standard Silver nol journey generally costs AED 3, AED 5 or AED 7.50, depending on zones crossed. The system calculates the fare when you tap in and out.

• Keep enough balance for the full trip.
• Tap in and out with the same card.
• Do not share one nol card between travellers.
• Children aged five and under travel free; other concessions require the relevant nol product.

Station facilities and accessibility

Ibn Battuta is an elevated, air-conditioned station with ticket machines, nol top-up facilities, escalators, lifts, toilets and staff assistance. Step-free routes connect the platform and concourse, but works or lift maintenance can affect the easiest path.

Nearby places

• Ibn Battuta Mall: themed shopping, dining, cinema and services
• Ibn Battuta Bus Station: Dubai and intercity connections
• Jebel Ali Village and Discovery Gardens: onward bus, taxi or Metro connections
• Hotels around Ibn Battuta Gate: a short onward walk or taxi, depending on the property

Travelling north? Read our Jumeirah Lakes Towers transport guide. For the industrial corridor, see Danube Metro Station.

Frequently asked questions

What is the station code?

The current code is R39 on the Red Line.

Is the station connected to Ibn Battuta Mall?

Yes. Follow mall signs from the concourse; the connection avoids crossing Sheikh Zayed Road at street level.

Is Ibn Battuta in Zone 2?

Yes, it is in public-transport fare Zone 2.

Can I travel from Ibn Battuta to Abu Dhabi by bus?

The E101 is the best-known link to Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station. Confirm its operation and timetable before travel.

Does the station have park-and-ride?

The mall and surrounding area have parking, but do not treat this as an RTA park-and-ride facility. Check mall rules before leaving a car for an extended period.

Reviewed 20 October 2026 against current Dubai Metro naming and network information.