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The Gardens Metro Station (R70): Red Line Guide 2026 Metro Station
Train timings
First train — · Last train — · Standard RTA hours checked 26 October 2026; exact train times vary.
The Gardens Metro Station (R70) is an elevated Red Line, Route 2020 branch station serving The Gardens and Jebel Ali Village. It is the first Route 2020 station after National Paints and continues toward Expo 2020 through Discovery Gardens.
Check the RTA network map and Journey Planner before a time-sensitive trip.
The Gardens Metro Station at a glance
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Station code | R70 |
| Line | Red Line, Route 2020 branch |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| Area | The Gardens and Jebel Ali Village |
| Opened | 1 January 2021 |
| Adjacent stations | National Paints (R38) and Discovery Gardens (R71) |
| 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?
For Expo 2020, board the branch train through Discovery Gardens and Al Furjan. For central Dubai, take a train toward Centrepoint. Check the destination screen because the Red Line also has a Life Pharmacy branch. 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 F44 has historically served The Gardens area, while taxis connect villa clusters and Ibn Battuta Mall. Bus routes and bay assignments can change, so confirm them live.
What is near The Gardens Metro Station?
The station serves The Gardens, Jebel Ali Village and Discovery Gardens. Local references retained from the original guide include Nakheel Mosque, Discovery Garden Mosque, West Zone Fresh, Parco Supermarket, The Pavilion Discovery Gardens and restaurants such as Mami’s Illam and Anjappar. Confirm current branches and hours.
For related journeys, see our guides to Discovery Gardens, Al Furjan and Ibn Battuta.
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 The Gardens Metro Station on?
It is on the Red Line, Route 2020 branch, and its current code is R70.
What time does The Gardens 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 The Gardens 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.