Fare Calculator
Calculate the exact fare for your journey between any two stations on the Dubai Metro. Prices based on current RTA rates.
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Dubai Metro Fare Information
The Dubai Metro uses a zone-based fare system. The fare depends on how many zones you travel through:
Metro & Tram Fare Structure
| Ticket Type | 1 Zone or <3km | 2 Zones | 3+ Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Adult Ticket (Red) | AED 4.00 | AED 6.00 | AED 8.50 |
| Pre-paid Standard Adult Ticket (Silver Nol) | AED 3.00 | AED 5.00 | AED 7.50 |
| Concessionary (Blue Nol Card) | AED 1.50 | AED 2.50 | AED 3.75 |
| Gold Class (Red Ticket) | AED 8.00 | AED 12.00 | AED 17.00 |
| Gold Class Pre-Paid | AED 6.00 | AED 10.00 | AED 15.00 |
How Dubai Metro Fares Are Calculated
Dubai Metro fares are primarily based on the distance traveled and the zones crossed, but there are some exceptions:
- Journeys within 5 stations on the same line typically cost AED 3 (Silver Nol) regardless of zones
- Journeys between 6-8 stations on the same line typically cost AED 5 (Silver Nol)
- Longer journeys or those crossing multiple zones cost AED 7.5 (Silver Nol)
- Adjacent stations between zones may have lower fares than expected
- Tram journeys have a flat fare of AED 3 (Silver Nol)
Dubai Metro Zones
The Dubai Metro network is divided into 7 zones. Your fare depends on how many zones you travel through during your journey:
- Zone 1: Includes Dubai Marina Tram stations
- Zone 2: Includes parts of central Dubai
- Zone 3: Includes Creek and Al Jadaf stations on the Green Line
- Zone 4: Includes northern stations on the Green Line like e& (Etisalat) and Al Qusais
- Zone 5: Includes most central stations on both Red and Green lines
- Zone 6: Includes western stations on the Red Line like Jebel Ali and Ibn Battuta
- Zone 7: Includes Expo 2020 station
Nol Card Information
To use the Dubai Metro, you need a Nol card. There are several types available:
- Silver Nol Card: The standard card for regular travelers. Costs AED 25 (AED 19 credit + AED 6 card cost).
- Gold Nol Card: For Gold Class cabin access. Costs AED 25 (AED 19 credit + AED 6 card cost).
- Blue Nol Card: Personalized card for students, seniors, and people of determination. Costs AED 70.
- Red Nol Card: Disposable paper ticket for one-time or occasional use. Costs AED 2 plus fare.
Daily Fare Cap
There is a daily fare cap of AED 14 for Silver/Blue Nol cards. This means you won't pay more than AED 14 per day regardless of how many journeys you make on the metro and tram.
Special Fares & Discounts
- Children under 5 years: Free
- People of Determination: 50% discount with special Blue Nol card
- Senior Citizens (60+ years): 50% discount with special Blue Nol card
- Students: 50% discount with special Blue Nol card