FIC

First Industrial City Metro Station

FIC
Riyadh Metro · Zone 1elevatedOpened 2024 Step-free access
Lines Served
Facilities
ToiletsFree Wi-Fi

Lines

1

Zone

Zone 1

Type

Elevated

Facilities

2 available

About First Industrial City Metro Station

First Industrial City Metro Station serves one of Riyadh's established industrial and light manufacturing zones. The First Industrial City (Al Madinah Al Sinaiyah Al Ula) is a planned industrial estate that houses warehouses, light manufacturing facilities, and commercial businesses. The metro connection here is significant for the workforce commuting to these facilities, many of whom previously had no reliable public transport option.

Station Overview

Elevated Zone 1 Orange Line station between Jarir District to the east and Riyadh Rail Station to the west.

Lines and Connectivity

Orange Line only. The Riyadh Rail Station (SAR intercity trains) is the next stop west - a very useful connection for workers arriving from outside Riyadh by train.

Facilities

Toilets and WiFi. Primarily a weekday industrial workforce commuter station.

Accessibility

Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.

Travel Tips

  • The SAR intercity rail station is the next stop west - workers arriving by train from other cities can connect here.
  • Peak hours match shift start/end times at the industrial facilities - typically 7:00 AM and 4:00–5:00 PM.

Nearby Attractions

First Industrial City - directly served. Light manufacturing, warehousing, and commercial industrial facilities.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Sunday to Thursday 06:00 to midnight, Friday 13:00 to 02:00, Saturday 06:00 to 02:00. Shift-change peak hours 7:00 AM and 4:00–5:00 PM.

Nearest Metro to First Industrial City (light manufacturing and warehousing zone)

If you are heading to First Industrial City (light manufacturing and warehousing zone), First Industrial City Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Orange Line. It also gives easy access to Riyadh Rail Station SAR (1 stop west). Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.

Stations on This Line

Station Timings

First Train

06:00

Last Train

00:00

Times shown are approximate. Timings may vary on public holidays. Check the official Riyadh Metro app for live updates.

Traveller Tips

  • 1Shift-change peaks at 7 AM and 4–5 PM - plan accordingly.
  • 2SAR intercity train connection at the next stop west (Riyadh Rail Station).
  • 3Zone 1 - SAR 4 single within Zone 1.
  • 4Workers arriving from Dammam by SAR train can connect here from Riyadh Rail Station (next stop west).

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
Accessible toilets
Tactile guides
Lifts / Elevators

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat does First Industrial City Metro Station serve?

The station serves Riyadh's First Industrial City - a planned industrial estate with light manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and commercial businesses that employs thousands of workers.

QWhat zone is First Industrial City Metro Station?

Zone 1. Single adult fare within Zone 1 is SAR 4 on the Darb card.

QIs First Industrial City Metro Station step-free?

Yes, full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors.

QHow do I get to the SAR intercity train from First Industrial City?

Riyadh Rail Station (Saudi Railways intercity terminal) is 1 stop west on the Orange Line. From there you can take SAR trains to Dammam, Hofuf, and the Eastern Province.

QHow do I get to Qasr Al Hokm from First Industrial City?

Take the Orange Line westbound through Riyadh Rail Station to Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange). Journey is approximately 10 to 15 minutes.