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Mall of the Emirates Metro Station (R32): Complete Guide Metro Station
Train timings
First train — · Last train — · Standard RTA hours checked 26 October 2026; exact train times vary.
Mall of the Emirates Metro Station (R32) is an elevated Red Line station serving Al Barsha 1 and Mall of the Emirates. A covered pedestrian link connects the station directly to Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai.
Check the RTA network map and Journey Planner before a time-sensitive trip.
Mall of the Emirates Metro Station at a glance
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Station code | R32 |
| Line | Red Line |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| Area | Al Barsha 1 and Mall of the Emirates |
| Opened | 9 September 2009 |
| Adjacent stations | Equiti (R31) and InsuranceMarket (R33) |
| Former name | None |
Metro operating hours
RTA’s standard station hours are Monday to Thursday 5:00 am to midnight, Friday 5:00 am to 1:00 am the next day, Saturday 5:00 am to midnight and Sunday 8:00 am to midnight. These are network hours, not the exact first and last train at this platform. Check the official timetable, especially on holidays.
Which direction should you take?
Toward Centrepoint, trains run through Equiti, GARMIN, Business Bay and Downtown. Toward Expo 2020 or Life Pharmacy, trains run through InsuranceMarket and Dubai Internet City. Check the branch destination. Allow extra time near closing because the final train can leave before the network-wide closing time.
Fares and nol cards
Silver nol fares are AED 3 within one zone, AED 5 across two adjacent zones and AED 7.50 across more than two zones. Regular Red Ticket fares are AED 4, AED 6 and AED 8.50. Confirm the current table on the RTA fares page. Tap in and out with the same card. For an integrated Metro-to-bus trip, transfer within 30 minutes, subject to RTA rules.
Buses, taxis and onward travel
The adjoining bus station serves Al Barsha and attractions beyond the rail network. Select the mall bus-station stop in the planner. Taxis and ride-hailing use signed pickup zones on specific mall levels.
What is near Mall of the Emirates Metro Station?
Mall of the Emirates includes Ski Dubai, VOX Cinemas, shops, restaurants and services. Al Barsha hotels are nearby, though major roads complicate some short-looking walks. Al Barsha Pond Park, Madinat Jumeirah and beaches require a bus or taxi.
For related journeys, see our guides to Dubai Butterfly Garden, Aquaventure Waterpark and Sunset Beach.
Facilities and accessibility
The station has ticket and nol top-up facilities, information screens, lifts and escalators, tactile guidance and step-free access. ATMs and retail units can change. People of Determination can ask station staff for assistance.
For a quieter journey, avoid weekday peaks around 7:00 to 9:00 am and 5:00 to 8:00 pm when possible. Allow extra walking time in hot weather.
Frequently asked questions
What line is Mall of the Emirates Metro Station on?
It is on the Red Line, and its current code is R32.
What time does Mall of the Emirates Metro Station open?
The standard opening time is 5:00 am Monday to Saturday, except Sunday when it is 8:00 am. Friday service runs until 1:00 am the next day; exact first and last trains vary.
Can I pay cash on the Metro?
No. Use a valid nol card or nol Red Ticket and keep enough balance for the full journey.
Is Mall of the Emirates Metro Station accessible?
Yes. The station provides step-free routes, lifts or escalators and tactile guidance.
How should I plan the last connection?
Enter the origin, station, destination and intended travel time in the RTA Journey Planner. This is more reliable than applying the network closing time to one platform.
Information checked against current RTA sources on 26 October 2026.