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Al Furjan Metro Station (R72): Red Line Guide 2026 Metro Station
Train timings
First train — · Last train — · Standard RTA hours checked 26 October 2026; exact train times vary.
Al Furjan Metro Station (R72) is an elevated Red Line, Route 2020 branch station serving Al Furjan and Discovery Gardens. It lies on the Expo 2020 branch between Discovery Gardens and Jumeirah Golf Estates.
Check the RTA network map and Journey Planner before a time-sensitive trip.
Al Furjan Metro Station at a glance
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Station code | R72 |
| Line | Red Line, Route 2020 branch |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| Area | Al Furjan and Discovery Gardens |
| Opened | 1 January 2021 |
| Adjacent stations | Discovery Gardens (R71) and Jumeirah Golf Estates (R73) |
| Former name | None |
Metro operating hours
RTA’s standard station hours are Monday to Thursday 5:00 am to midnight, Friday 5:00 am to 1:00 am the next day, Saturday 5:00 am to midnight and Sunday 8:00 am to midnight. These are network hours, not the exact first and last train at this platform. Check the official timetable, especially on holidays.
Which direction should you take?
Toward Expo 2020, trains continue through Jumeirah Golf Estates and Dubai Investment Park. Toward Centrepoint, trains run through Discovery Gardens and The Gardens. From the city, do not board a Life Pharmacy-bound train. Allow extra time near closing because the final train can leave before the network-wide closing time.
Fares and nol cards
Silver nol fares are AED 3 within one zone, AED 5 across two adjacent zones and AED 7.50 across more than two zones. Regular Red Ticket fares are AED 4, AED 6 and AED 8.50. Confirm the current table on the RTA fares page. Tap in and out with the same card. For an integrated Metro-to-bus trip, transfer within 30 minutes, subject to RTA rules.
Buses, taxis and onward travel
Feeder buses and taxis connect the station to Al Furjan’s villa and apartment clusters. The community is spread out, so check the exact building entrance and use a taxi when the walk is long or exposed.
What is near Al Furjan Metro Station?
Al Furjan Pavilion, supermarkets, mosques, schools and restaurants serve the community. Ibn Battuta Mall is reached by a branch-aware Red Line trip. Hotels and serviced apartments are concentrated around Discovery Gardens and Ibn Battuta.
For related journeys, see our guides to Discovery Gardens, The Gardens and Jumeirah Golf Estates.
Facilities and accessibility
The station has ticket and nol top-up facilities, information screens, lifts and escalators, tactile guidance and step-free access. ATMs and retail units can change. People of Determination can ask station staff for assistance.
For a quieter journey, avoid weekday peaks around 7:00 to 9:00 am and 5:00 to 8:00 pm when possible. Allow extra walking time in hot weather.
Frequently asked questions
What line is Al Furjan Metro Station on?
It is on the Red Line, Route 2020 branch, and its current code is R72.
What time does Al Furjan Metro Station open?
The standard opening time is 5:00 am Monday to Saturday, except Sunday when it is 8:00 am. Friday service runs until 1:00 am the next day; exact first and last trains vary.
Can I pay cash on the Metro?
No. Use a valid nol card or nol Red Ticket and keep enough balance for the full journey.
Is Al Furjan Metro Station accessible?
Yes. The station provides step-free routes, lifts or escalators and tactile guidance.
How should I plan the last connection?
Enter the origin, station, destination and intended travel time in the RTA Journey Planner. This is more reliable than applying the network closing time to one platform.
Information checked against current RTA sources on 26 October 2026.