About King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station
King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station serves the stretch of King Abdullah Road where the city's diplomatic and embassy district clusters alongside government ministry buildings. This is one of the most formally significant corridors in Riyadh, and the station provides staff, visitors, and officials with direct metro access to this government and diplomatic hub for the first time.
Station Overview
Elevated Zone 1 Red Line station between Al Wurud to the west and the STC Al Olaya interchange approach to the east.
Lines and Connectivity
Red Line only. STC Al Olaya (Blue Line interchange) is nearby to the east. Ministry of Education (Green Line) is further east.
Facilities
Toilets and WiFi. Government and diplomatic commuter traffic on weekdays.
Accessibility
Full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements, and platform screen doors.
Travel Tips
- Embassy and diplomatic district offices typically operate Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- The station is one of the quieter ones on the Red Line at weekends.
Nearby Attractions
Riyadh diplomatic and embassy district - along the surrounding corridor. Multiple foreign embassies and consulates.
Government ministry buildings - adjacent to the station. Several key Saudi ministries are located along this stretch of King Abdullah Road.
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. Quiet at weekends.
Nearest Metro to Riyadh diplomatic and embassy district
If you are heading to Riyadh diplomatic and embassy district, King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station is your closest metro stop on the Red Line. It also gives easy access to Government ministry buildings on King Abdullah Road. 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
- 1Diplomatic and embassy district - busy weekdays, very quiet weekends.
- 2Embassy offices typically open 8:00 AM–4:00 PM Sun–Thu.
- 3STC Al Olaya (Blue Line interchange) is a few stops west.
- 4Zone 1 - SAR 4 single within Zone 1.
Accessibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Which embassies are near King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station?
The surrounding King Abdullah Road corridor hosts numerous foreign embassies and consulates. Check the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs diplomatic district map for the location of your specific embassy.
What zone is King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station?
Zone 1. Single adult fare within Zone 1 is SAR 4 on the Darb card.
Is King Abdulaziz Road Metro Station step-free?
Yes, full step-free access with lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors throughout.
Which line serves King Abdulaziz Road Station?
The Red Line (Line 2). Westbound to STC Al Olaya (Blue Line interchange) and KSU; eastbound to Ministry of Education (Green Line interchange) and King Fahd Sports City.
How do I get to STC Al Olaya from King Abdulaziz Road Station?
Take the Red Line westbound to STC Al Olaya, which is the Blue and Red Line interchange. The journey is approximately 3 to 5 minutes and the transfer to the Blue Line is free within the 2-hour Darb card window.