If you’re heading to the world’s tallest building or Dubai’s biggest mall, this station is your entry point — but the walk from platform to destination is longer than most visitors expect. Here’s exactly what to expect in 2026.
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Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station Timing 2026
Station Code: R25 — located on the Red Line between Financial Centre (R24) and Business Bay (R26), serving Downtown Dubai directly off Sheikh Zayed Road.
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Thursday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (midnight) |
| Friday | 05:00 AM | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| Saturday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (midnight) |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM | 12:00 AM (midnight) |
Weekday, Friday & Sunday Hours
This station follows standard Red Line hours — open until midnight most nights, with a one-hour extension on Friday and a later 08:00 AM start on Sunday.
First & Last Train (Red Line)
For terminal-to-terminal first and last train times on the full Red Line, see the full Red Line timing and station list — this station sits roughly mid-line, so trains reach it well within the network's operating window in both directions.
Getting from the Station to Dubai Mall & Burj Khalifa
The Air-Conditioned Walkway
Exit 1 (Landside) connects directly to the 820-meter Metro Link Bridge — a fully air-conditioned, covered walkway fitted with moving travelators, built specifically so visitors don't have to cross Sheikh Zayed Road on foot or deal with Dubai's heat. This bridge leads straight into Dubai Mall.
Navigation tip: the travelators move continuously in the Dubai Mall direction during the day — stand on the right if you want to let faster walkers pass on the left, same etiquette as an airport terminal.
Exit Numbers Explained
- Exit 1 (Landside): Your Dubai Mall / Burj Khalifa exit — leads onto the Metro Link Bridge.
- Exit 2 (Seaside): Street-level exit for Sheikh Zayed Road bus connections (including Feeder Bus F13) and taxi pickup/drop-off. Do not take this exit if you're heading to the mall — it puts you on the opposite side of the highway.
Walking Time to Key Entrances
- Dubai Mall main entrance: 12–15 minutes via the Metro Link Bridge.
- Burj Khalifa "At The Top" ticket counter: 20–22 minutes total, since the route continues through the mall interior after the bridge.
- Dubai Fountain viewing area: 20–22 minutes, same route through the mall.
Crowd warning: the Metro Link Bridge gets genuinely congested on Friday and Saturday evenings and around Dubai Fountain show times. If you're on a schedule, budget extra time beyond the estimates above during these windows.
Fares to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station
Fare depends entirely on where you're starting your journey, not a fixed station fee — check the complete Dubai Metro guide for the full zone-based fare structure, and check your Nol balance before you travel so you're not caught short at the gate on arrival.
Nearby Attractions Reachable from This Station
Dubai Fountain
Dubai's largest choreographed fountain show sits directly behind the mall, reachable via the same Metro Link Bridge + mall-interior walk as Burj Khalifa.
Souk Al Bahar
A traditional-style souk and dining district sitting just past Dubai Mall on the waterfront — the final stretch of the same walking route, popular for dinner with a Burj Khalifa view.
Address Downtown / Dubai Opera Area
Part of the same Downtown Dubai cluster, walkable from the station via the mall complex, though slightly further than the fountain and souk.
Station Position on the Red Line
Connecting Stations
This station sits between Financial Centre and Business Bay on the Red Line. If you're coming from the business district, the Financial Centre Metro Station is your previous stop; if you're continuing toward the marina and JBR side, the Mall of the Emirates Metro Station is further down the same line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which exit do I take for Dubai Mall?
Exit 1 (Landside) — it connects directly to the air-conditioned Metro Link Bridge leading into the mall. Exit 2 is for street-level bus and taxi access only.
How long does it take to walk from the station to Burj Khalifa?
Around 20–22 minutes total — 12–15 minutes across the Metro Link Bridge to Dubai Mall, then additional time walking through the mall to reach the "At The Top" ticket counter.
What time does this station open and close?
05:00 AM to midnight Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday; 05:00 AM to 01:00 AM the next day on Friday; and 08:00 AM to midnight on Sunday.
Is there a direct walkway to Dubai Mall from the metro?
Yes — the 820-meter, fully air-conditioned Metro Link Bridge with moving travelators connects Exit 1 directly to the mall, so you never need to cross Sheikh Zayed Road on foot.
What else can I visit from this station besides Dubai Mall?
The Dubai Fountain, Souk Al Bahar, and the Address Downtown/Dubai Opera area are all reachable on foot via the same mall-connected route — see our top Dubai attractions guide for more of Downtown Dubai's highlights.
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