BurJuman

BurJuman is one of only two stations on the Dubai Metro where you can switch between the Red Line and the Green Line, the other being Union. That makes it a genuine crossroads for the network, and it carries a heavy flow of transferring passengers every day. Sitting under the edge of the old Bur Dubai district, BurJuman links the historic side of the creek with the modern corridor that runs along Sheikh Zayed Road.

The station takes its name from the BurJuman shopping centre that sits directly above it, and for many travellers that mall is the reason they get off here. Because BurJuman is fully underground, the concourse stays cool through the hottest months, and the direct link into the mall means you can arrive, shop and leave without stepping outside.

Station Overview

BurJuman opened on 9 September 2009 as part of the first phase of the Red Line, and became an interchange when the Green Line began running in 2011. It sits in Zone 6 of the NOL fare system. The Dubai Metro runs fully automated, driverless trains, and here the Red and Green Line platforms sit on separate underground levels joined by escalators and lifts.

Lines and Connectivity

BurJuman is a Red and Green Line interchange. The Red Line runs north-east from here towards Dubai International Airport and Centrepoint, and south-west along Sheikh Zayed Road towards Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall, the Marina and the Route 2020 branch. The Green Line threads through the heritage districts of Bur Dubai and Deira, reaching Al Ghubaiba, Al Ras and the Gold Souq. Union is the network's only other Red and Green crossover.

Station Layout and Structure

BurJuman is a deep underground station with the two lines on stacked levels connected by a wide transfer concourse. Changing lines is quick compared with Union, but you should still allow a couple of extra minutes during the morning and evening peaks. Facilities include toilets, ATMs, NOL top-up machines, a staffed customer service desk and small shops on the concourse. Gold Class carriages run at the front of each train and a women and children carriage sits in the middle.

Accessibility

BurJuman has full step-free access, with lifts linking street level, the concourse and both line platforms. Tactile paving, audio announcements and platform screen doors are in place throughout. Passengers transferring with luggage or a pushchair should follow the lift signage rather than the escalator routes.

Travel Tips

• BurJuman is one of only two Red and Green Line interchanges, so switching lines here is free as long as you stay inside the paid area.
• The station connects directly into BurJuman mall, useful on hot days when you want to avoid the street.
• A NOL card costs AED 25 including AED 19 of credit and works across metro, bus, tram and marine transport.
• For the Bur Dubai souqs and abra crossings, ride the Green Line a couple of stops to Al Ghubaiba.
• Gold Class carriages at the front of the train need a Gold Class NOL card or ticket.
• The metro runs Saturday to Wednesday 05:00-00:00, Thursday 05:00-01:00 and Friday 08:00-01:00.

Nearby Attractions

BurJuman - directly above the station, a large mall with fashion, dining, a cinema and a hypermarket.

Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood - about a 15-minute walk or one Green Line stop, the restored heritage quarter of old Bur Dubai.

Meena Bazaar - a short walk into Bur Dubai, a dense textile and gold shopping area popular for tailoring.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Trains at BurJuman run Saturday to Wednesday 05:00-00:00, Thursday 05:00-01:00 and Friday 08:00-01:00. As an interchange it is busiest during weekday rush hours, roughly 07:30-09:30 and 17:00-19:30. Mid-morning and early afternoon are far calmer for changing lines. Weekend evenings bring extra footfall as shoppers head for the mall above.