Abu Hail Metro Station is an elevated stop on the Dubai Metro Green Line, located on Salah Al Din Street in Hor Al Anz, Deira. The station opened on 9 September 2011 as part of the Green Line launch and carries the official code G17. It serves thousands of daily commuters, residents of Hor Al Anz, workers in commercial areas, and students traveling to nearby schools. The adjacent Abu Hail Bus Station makes it one of the most connected transport hubs in eastern Dubai.
Station Code: G17 | Line: Green Line | Zone: 5 | Type: Elevated | Opened: 9 September 2011
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Where is Abu Hail Metro Station Located?
Abu Hail Metro Station is on Salah Al Din Street in Hor Al Anz, Deira. It sits just north of Dubai International Airport and close to Abu Hail Road. The station is elevated and has entrances on both sides of Salah Al Din Street for easy access from surrounding neighborhoods.
The area is one of Dubai’s most established residential and commercial districts. Nearby landmarks include Abu Hail Centre, Pearl Wisdom School Dubai, NMC Medical Centre Deira, Hor Al Anz Park, and Dubai Police Headquarters.
Neighboring Stations on the Green Line:
- Previous Station: Al Qiyadah (towards E& / Etisalat)
- Next Station: Abu Baker Al Siddique (towards Creek)
Abu Hail Metro Station Timings 2026
| Day | First Train | Last Train |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday to Wednesday | 5:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
On Fridays, the station opens at 10:00 AM. Plan your morning travel in advance on Fridays and use a taxi or Careem if you need to travel before that. During Ramadan and public holidays, service hours are typically extended. Always confirm the latest schedule on the RTA website or the S’hail app.
Train frequency during peak hours: every 3 to 4 minutes Train frequency off-peak: every 7 to 10 minutes
Peak hours are 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on weekdays. The station gets noticeably busy during morning rush hour due to the high volume of workers commuting from Hor Al Anz and the surrounding Deira neighborhoods.
For the complete Green Line schedule, visit our Dubai Metro Green Line Timings guide and for the full network overview see Dubai Metro Timing.
Fares — Abu Hail Metro Station is Zone 5
Abu Hail Metro Station is in Zone 5 of the RTA fare system.
| Zones Crossed | NOL Silver Card | Paper Ticket |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Zone | AED 3.00 | AED 5.00 |
| 2 Zones | AED 5.00 | AED 7.50 |
| 3 or More | AED 7.50 | AED 10.00 |
Always use a NOL Card. Paper tickets are more expensive and cannot be used on feeder buses. Children under 5 travel free. Senior citizens aged 60 and above and students with valid ID qualify for discounted fares. The NOL Day Pass costs AED 25 for unlimited travel in 24 hours.
Important tip: If you transfer from the metro to a feeder bus within 30 minutes of exiting, the bus fare is free when using a NOL Card.
To check your NOL Card balance anytime read our guide: How to Check Your NOL Card Balance
Green Line Route from Abu Hail Station
Abu Hail is on the Dubai Metro Green Line between Al Qiyadah and Abu Baker Al Siddique stations. Trains run in two directions from this stop.
Towards E& / Etisalat (eastbound): Abu Hail → Al Qiyadah → Etisalat / E& Metro Station (terminus)
Towards Creek (westbound): Abu Hail → Abu Baker Al Siddique → Salah Al Din → Al Qiyadah → Union Metro Station → BurJuman Metro Station → Dubai Healthcare City → Al Jadaf → Creek (terminus)
To reach the Red Line, transfer at Union or BurJuman. From Union you can connect to Al Rigga Metro Station, Business Bay Metro Station, and the rest of the Red Line network.
Bus Routes from Abu Hail Metro Station
Abu Hail Bus Station sits directly beside the metro station, making bus transfers seamless. This is one of the key advantages of this stop — you do not need to walk far to connect to onward bus services.
| Route | Destination |
|---|---|
| 43 | Dubai Airport Terminal 2 (6 minutes) |
| 64 | Local Deira and surrounding areas |
| C9 / C09 | Al Karama Bus Station, Gold Souq Bus Station |
| E307A | Sharjah (inter-emirate service) |
| 13 / 13A | Local Deira connectivity |
| C03 | Late night last bus service |
Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop A and B are both within 1 to 3 minutes walk from the station exits and serve additional routes connecting to neighborhoods like Muhaisnah, Al Nahda, and Al Twar.
All buses require a NOL Card — no cash accepted on board. For full bus details visit our Dubai Bus Routes guide.
How to Reach Dubai Airport from Abu Hail Station
Dubai Airport Terminal 2 is very close to Abu Hail Metro Station. The quickest options are:
- Bus 43 from Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B to Terminal 2 — approximately 6 minutes, fare AED 3 with NOL Card
- Taxi — approximately 3 to 4 minutes, fare around AED 11 to AED 14
- Walking is not recommended — it is 2.2 km and Dubai’s heat makes it impractical
Note that Terminal 2 does not have a direct metro connection. Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are on the Red Line — you would need to travel from Abu Hail to Union Station and then switch to the Red Line to reach them. For full details see our Airport Transfers in Dubai guide.
Nearby Landmarks and Attractions
Abu Hail Centre — 7 minutes walk from the station. A commercial complex with shops, restaurants, and everyday services. This is the most commonly visited destination for passengers exiting at this stop.
Hor Al Anz Park — a short walk from the station, a family-friendly green space popular with residents for evening walks and recreation.
NMC Medical Centre Deira — close to the station, useful for residents and visitors needing medical services in the Deira area.
Pearl Wisdom School Dubai — directly near the station, one of the reasons this stop sees heavy morning commuter traffic on school days.
Dubai Police Headquarters — nearby landmark useful as a navigation reference for the area.
Al Ghurair Centre — a larger shopping mall accessible within a short taxi or bus ride from the station, with retail, dining, and entertainment options.
Key Destinations from Abu Hail by Metro
| Destination | Transfer Needed | Approx Time |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station | Green Line direct | 8 to 10 minutes |
| BurJuman Metro Station | Green Line direct | 12 to 15 minutes |
| Al Rigga Metro Station | Transfer at Union to Red Line | 15 to 18 minutes |
| Business Bay Metro Station | Transfer at Union to Red Line | 25 to 28 minutes |
| Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall | Transfer at Union to Red Line | 28 to 32 minutes |
| Mall of the Emirates | Transfer at Union to Red Line | 40 to 45 minutes |
| Dubai Airport Terminal 1 and 3 | Transfer at Union to Red Line | 20 to 25 minutes |
| Etisalat Metro Station | Green Line direct | 6 to 8 minutes |
For full network timings see: Dubai Metro Red Line Timings
Station Facilities
- NOL Card purchase and top-up kiosks
- Ticket counters and information desk
- Free WiFi throughout the station
- Full air conditioning on platforms and all trains
- Lifts and escalators for wheelchair users and people of determination
- Tactile guidance paths for visually impaired passengers
- Clean restrooms inside the station
- Cycle parking available
- Convenience store on-site
- Women and children-only carriages in first and last carriage of every train
- Gold Class cabin in the front carriage
- CCTV monitoring and 24/7 security staff
- Taxi stand directly outside the station exit
Travel Tips for Abu Hail Station
- Avoid peak hours (7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM) if your schedule allows — platforms get congested
- Transfer to the bus within 30 minutes of exiting to get the free feeder bus fare
- Bus 43 is the fastest way to reach Dubai Airport Terminal 2 from here
- For Sharjah, take the E307A bus directly from Abu Hail Bus Station — no need to go to a central bus terminal
- Keep your NOL Card topped up with at least AED 7.50 before entering the gates
- Stand on the right side of escalators — left is for walking
- No eating or drinking inside the station or on trains — AED 100 fine applies
FAQs
Where is Abu Hail Metro Station located?
Abu Hail Metro Station is on Salah Al Din Street in Hor Al Anz, Deira, Dubai. It is an elevated station close to Abu Hail Road, just north of Dubai International Airport.
What line and zone is Abu Hail Metro Station on?
Abu Hail Metro Station is on the Dubai Metro Green Line, station code G17, in Zone 5 of the RTA fare system.
What time does Abu Hail Metro Station open?
Saturday to Thursday the station opens at 5:00 AM. On Fridays it opens at 10:00 AM. Last trains run at midnight Saturday through Wednesday and at 1:00 AM on Thursdays and Fridays.
How do I get from Abu Hail Metro Station to Dubai Airport?
Take Bus 43 from Abu Hail Metro Bus Stop B to Terminal 2 — it takes about 6 minutes. For Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, take the Green Line to Union Station and transfer to the Red Line toward Rashidiya.
Which bus routes go from Abu Hail Metro Station?
Routes 43, 64, C9, C09, E307A, 13, and 13A all operate from the adjacent Abu Hail Bus Station. E307A goes directly to Sharjah.
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