Business Bay Metro Station is on the Dubai Metro Red Line, located on Sheikh Zayed Road in the heart of Dubai’s financial district. It opened on 15 October 2010 and serves thousands of commuters, residents, and tourists every day. The station gives easy access to Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and major office towers in Business Bay.
Station Code: R26 | Line: Red Line | Zone: 2 | Opened: 15 October 2010
Location and Nearby Stations
The station sits on Sheikh Zayed Road in Business Bay, close to the Dubai Water Canal. It is elevated with two exits — Exit 1 on the landside and Exit 2 on the seaside.
- Previous Station: Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Metro Station
- Next Station: ONPASSIVE Metro Station
Business Bay Metro 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 late at 10:00 AM. If you need to travel before that, use a taxi or Careem. During Ramadan, metro service usually runs until 2:00 AM. Check the RTA website or S’hail app for exact holiday timings.
Train frequency during peak hours: every 3 to 4 minutes Train frequency off-peak: every 5 to 7 minutes
Peak hours are 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The platform gets very crowded during these times because of the large number of offices in the area.
For the full Red Line schedule visit our Dubai Metro Red Line Timings guide.
Fares — Business Bay is Zone 2
Business Bay is in Zone 2. Many older websites incorrectly say Zone 6, which is wrong.
| 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 cost more and do not work on feeder buses. Children under 5 travel free. The NOL Day Pass costs AED 25 for unlimited travel in 24 hours.
To check your card balance, read our guide: How to Check Your NOL Card Balance
Station Exits
Exit 1 — Landside: Bay Square Mall, Executive Towers, feeder bus stops, taxi rank
Exit 2 — Seaside: Dubai Water Canal, Opus Tower, hotels, Al Khail Road
Exit 1 has a covered pedestrian bridge directly to Bay Square. Most commuters use this exit.
Feeder Buses
| Route | Coverage | Peak Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| F14 | Circular loop — Bay Square, Empire Heights, Executive Towers (18 stops) | Every 5 to 15 min |
| F19A | Internal Business Bay towers | Every 15 to 20 min |
| F19B | Residential zones inside Business Bay | Every 15 to 20 min |
| Route 7 | Jumeirah Beach, Mercato Mall | Every 20 min |
| Route 29 | Al Quoz, residential areas | Every 20 to 30 min |
All buses are NOL Card only. For full routes visit our Dubai Bus Routes guide.
Nearby Landmarks
| Landmark | Walking Time |
|---|---|
| Bay Square Mall | 3 minutes |
| Dubai Water Canal | 7 minutes |
| Executive Towers | 8 minutes |
| Burj Khalifa | 1 metro stop (3 min by train) |
| Dubai Mall | 1 metro stop (3 min by train) |
Burj Khalifa is about a 20-minute walk from the station. The metro is recommended, especially in summer. Read more: Best Dubai Attractions Near Dubai Mall
Station Facilities
The station has lifts and ramps for wheelchair users, tactile flooring for visually impaired passengers, free WiFi, NOL Card kiosks, and a customer service counter open from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Women and children-only carriages are in the first and last carriages of every train.
Key Metro Connections
Business Bay is on the Red Line only. For the Green Line you must transfer at BurJuman or Union Metro Station.
Other nearby stations worth knowing:
- Financial Centre Metro Station — one stop away, DIFC access
- World Trade Centre Metro Station — Sheikh Zayed Road, DWTC
- Mall of the Emirates Metro Station — Ski Dubai, MOE
For the full metro network timing see: Dubai Metro Timing
Metro Rules and Fines
- No eating or drinking on the train — AED 100 fine
- No smoking — AED 200 fine
- Travelling without a valid NOL Card — AED 200 fine
- Stand on the right side of escalators
- Keep at least AED 7.50 on your card before entering the gates
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Business Bay Metro Station located?
Business Bay Metro Station is located on Sheikh Zayed Road in the Business Bay district of Dubai. It sits between Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station and ONPASSIVE Metro Station on the Red Line.
What are the operating hours of Business Bay Metro Station?
The station opens at 5:00 AM from Saturday to Thursday and closes at midnight. On Fridays, it opens at 10:00 AM and closes at 1:00 AM.
What zone is Business Bay Metro Station in?
Business Bay Metro Station is in Zone 2 of the RTA fare system.
Which bus routes are available at Business Bay Metro Station?
Feeder buses F14, F19A, F19B, and F20 are available at the station. F14 is the main circular route covering Bay Square, Executive Towers, and Empire Heights.
Can I walk to Burj Khalifa from Business Bay Metro Station?
Yes, but it takes around 20 minutes on foot. It is easier and faster to take the metro one stop to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station, especially in summer.
Is parking available at Business Bay Metro Station?
There is no dedicated parking at the station. Paid parking is available near Bay Avenue at AED 5 to AED 10 per hour.
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