Riyadh Rail Station MetroRRS

Riyadh Rail Station Metro is the most multimodal station in the Riyadh Metro network - the point where the Orange Line interfaces directly with the Saudi Railways (SAR) intercity train network. From here, SAR operates long-distance rail services to Dammam, Hofuf, and other Eastern Province destinations, making this station the junction between Riyadh's urban metro and the Kingdom's intercity rail system. It is the equivalent of a mainline rail terminus in a European city - the point where city and national rail meet.

Station Overview

At-grade Zone 1 Orange Line station with direct interchange to the Saudi Railways (SAR) passenger terminal. Opened 2024. Part of the northern arc of the Orange Line between First Industrial City to the east and Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange) to the west.

Lines and Connectivity

Orange Line connects west to Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line interchange) and the historic city centre, and east toward Jarir District and the eastern Orange Line arc. SAR intercity rail connects north and east toward Dammam and the Eastern Province, with journey times of approximately 4.5 hours to Dammam.

Station Layout and Structure

The at-grade station sits adjacent to the SAR rail terminal. Covered walkways connect the metro concourse to the SAR ticketing hall and platform access. The layout is designed to minimise luggage-carrying walking distances between the metro and train.

Facilities

Parking, information desk, toilets, WiFi, and ATMs. The SAR terminal itself has additional facilities including a waiting lounge, cafes, and retail. Luggage trolleys are available from the SAR terminal.

Accessibility

Full step-free access throughout. The at-grade layout minimises level changes between metro and train. Lifts, wide gates, tactile paving, audio announcements in Arabic and English, and platform screen doors on the metro side.

Travel Tips

• Book SAR intercity train tickets in advance - seats on popular Dammam services fill up, especially on weekends and holidays.
• Allow at least 30 minutes between your metro arrival and SAR train departure for check-in and luggage.
• ATMs at the station useful for cash before boarding long intercity trains.
• The Orange Line to Qasr Al Hokm (Blue Line) takes approximately 15 minutes - useful for reaching KAFD or STC Al Olaya for onward metro journeys.
• Parking is available for travellers leaving their car during intercity train journeys.

Nearby Attractions

Saudi Railways (SAR) intercity terminal - directly connected. Services to Dammam, Hofuf, Haradh, and the Eastern Province.

Qasr Al Hokm historic district - accessible via the Orange Line westbound. Masmak Fortress, Deera Square, and Al Dirah Souq are a few stops away.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Metro: Sunday to Thursday 06:00 to midnight, Friday 13:00 to 02:00, Saturday 06:00 to 02:00. SAR trains operate on a separate published timetable - check the SAR website or app for current schedules and booking.