About Granada Metro Station
Granada Metro Station serves the Granada district - one of eastern Riyadh's main commercial and retail hubs, anchored by Granada Mall. The Purple Line gives Granada Mall shoppers, office workers in the surrounding business park, and residents of the surrounding neighbourhood a direct metro connection to the rest of the city, including KAFD to the north and the eastern residential suburbs via the Purple Line arc.
Station Overview
Elevated Zone 1 Purple Line station. Part of the eastern arc of Line 6, between Al Hamra (Red Line interchange) and the residential stations heading toward Khurais Road and Imam Muhammad University. Opened 2024.
Lines and Connectivity
Purple Line only. Northbound toward Al Hamra (Red Line interchange), KAFD (Blue/Yellow), and the northern corridor. Southbound/eastbound toward Al Yarmuk, Al Andalus, and the outer residential arc.
Facilities
WiFi, toilets, and shops. The proximity to Granada Mall means retail and dining are available just outside the station exits.
Accessibility
Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.
Travel Tips
- Granada Mall is within a 5-minute walk from the station exits.
- Busiest on Thursday evenings and Fridays for shopping - arrive off-peak for easier travel.
- Transfer at Al Hamra (northbound, a few stops) for Red Line access eastward or westward.
Nearby Attractions
Granada Mall - 5 minutes on foot. One of eastern Riyadh's main regional shopping destinations with international and local retail, dining, and entertainment.
Granada business park - surrounding the station. Offices and commercial 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. Busiest Thursday evenings and Fridays for mall shoppers.
Nearest Metro to Granada Mall
If you are heading to Granada Mall, Granada Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Purple Line. It also gives easy access to Granada business park. 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
- 1Granada Mall is 5 minutes on foot from the exits.
- 2Busiest Thursday evenings and Fridays - avoid peak shopping hours.
- 3Transfer at Al Hamra (north) for Red Line connections.