King Saud University Metro StationKSU

King Saud University Metro Station is the western terminus of the Red Line, placing the Riyadh Metro at the doorstep of one of Saudi Arabia's oldest and most prestigious universities. King Saud University (KSU) is a vast campus covering over 10 square kilometres in western Riyadh, home to around 70,000 students and staff. The metro has transformed commuting for this enormous population, replacing a significant portion of the daily car trips to and from the campus.

The station also serves King Saud University Medical City - a major teaching hospital complex on the campus - making it a key stop for patients, medical professionals, and students in the health sciences faculties.

Station Overview

Elevated Zone 1 terminus station on the Red Line (Line 2). The western end of the Red Line, which runs east through the King Abdullah Road corridor across the city. Opened 2024.

Lines and Connectivity

Red Line only from this terminus. Eastbound trains run through KACST, At Takhassusi, Al Wurud, King Abdulaziz Road, STC Al Olaya (Blue Line interchange), Ministry of Education (Green Line interchange), Riyadh Exhibition Center, and further east to King Fahd Sports City.

Facilities

Toilets, WiFi, and an information desk. Terminus-scale facilities with bus interchange and space for taxis. Students use the station throughout the day from early morning to late evening during the academic term.

Accessibility

Full step-free access. Lifts, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors throughout.

Travel Tips

• As a terminus, you board at the platform origin - trains are less crowded here than at central stops.
• KSU Medical City is accessible from the station's east exit - allow 10 minutes walk to the main hospital entrance.
• Student rush hours align with lecture timetables - busiest 8:00–9:30 AM and 12:30–14:00 on weekdays.
• Transfer at STC Al Olaya for the Blue Line, or at Ministry of Education for the Green Line.

Nearby Attractions

King Saud University campus - directly served. One of the Arab world's largest universities with multiple colleges, research centres, and cultural facilities.

King Saud University Medical City - 10 minutes on foot. A major tertiary teaching hospital complex with specialist centres.

King Salman Oasis - next stop east. A large urban park and leisure development on 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. Busiest during university term time - mid-morning and early afternoon. Significantly quieter during university holidays.