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Internet City Metro Station is a Red Line stop on the Dubai Metro, located on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Hessa Street junction. It opened on 30 April 2010 and sits in Zone 2, serving Barsha Heights (TECOM), Dubai Internet City, Dubai Knowledge Park, and Al Sufouh. It’s the closest metro stop to major employers in the district, including Google, Microsoft, Cisco, Dell, and Huawei, and connects to the rest of the network via the Red Line, feeder buses, and taxi.
Internet City Metro Station Location on Map
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Sheikh Zayed Road, Barsha Heights, Al Thanyah First, Dubai, UAE |
| Coordinates | 25.1022°N, 55.1739°E |
| Station code | 34 |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| Line | Red Line |
The station sits on Sheikh Zayed Road, close to the Hessa Street junction — the same stretch of road that runs past Barsha Heights and Dubai Internet City itself.
What Internet City Metro Station Connects To
This is a Red Line stop in Zone 2 of the RTA fare map, opened on 30 April 2010 and named after the district it serves.
- Flood closure: Briefly closed on 16 April 2024 due to regional flooding across Dubai, reopening within days once maintenance checks were complete.
- Surrounding neighborhoods: Barsha Heights, Dubai Internet City, Al Sufouh, Dubai Knowledge Park, Flamingo Villas, and Al Hawaii Residence.
- Direct connections: The One Tower is directly connected; the Palm Jumeirah Monorail sits nearby, and the RTA has publicly discussed (unconfirmed) plans to link it to the Red Line.
From here, riders reach every major stop on the Red Line between Rashidiya and UAE Exchange, including Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and Dubai Marina, plus Media City and Knowledge Park via a short feeder-bus hop.
Operating Hours — and a Real Discrepancy Worth Knowing About
Network-wide, Dubai Metro runs on this schedule, though Internet City Metro Station has a few station-specific quirks worth knowing:
- Monday–Thursday & Saturday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight)
- Friday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM (following day)
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight)
That’s the baseline most guides quote. Here’s the honest complication — a real discrepancy, not a typo:
- At least one detailed station-level source reports different hours specifically for this stop: Saturday–Wednesday 5:00 AM–12:00 AM, Thursday 5:00 AM–1:00 AM, and Friday starting later, at 10:00 AM, running to 1:00 AM.
- That Friday start time directly conflicts with the network-wide figure above, and it matters if you’re planning a Friday-morning trip.
- Rather than silently pick one version and present it as settled fact, check the RTA S’hail app or the platform’s electronic display for the confirmed next departure on the day you’re traveling — especially on Fridays.
Train frequency:
- Peak (weekday mornings & evenings): every 3–4 minutes
- Off-peak: every 7–8 minutes
Which Exit Should You Use?
Internet City Metro Station has two main exits, and picking the right one saves real walking time depending on where you’re headed.
| If you’re heading to… | Take this exit | What you’ll find there |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai Internet City offices, Media City, Knowledge Village | Exit 1 (Internet City / Media City side) | Direct access to office towers and business centers |
| Barsha Heights (TECOM) hotels, cafés, residential towers | Exit 2 (Barsha Heights / TECOM side) | Hotels, dining, and residential complexes |
| The Greens | Either exit, then feeder bus F31 | F31 connects via the Greens and the Springs |
| Al Sufouh / the tram | Exit 1, then a ~18–19 minute walk or onward bus | No direct tram entrance at this station |
Both exits are shaded, wheelchair-accessible, and connect to air-conditioned bus shelters, so neither is a bad choice logistically — the table above is about minimizing walking distance to your actual destination, not accessibility.
Fares, Nol Cards, and Real Ticket Prices
You need a Nol Card to ride — there’s no cash-at-gate option. Fares are zone-based, and this station sits in Zone 2.
| Zones crossed | Silver Nol fare | Gold Nol fare |
|---|---|---|
| 1 zone | AED 3 | AED 6 |
| 2 zones | AED 5 | AED 10 |
| 3–5 zones | AED 6.50 | AED 13 |
| 6–7 zones | AED 7.50 | AED 15 |
Fares shown are Nol Card rates; paper tickets cost more and are valid for one journey only. Confirm current pricing on the official RTA site, since fares are periodically revised.
Popular routes and approximate cost from this station:
| Destination | Zones crossed | Silver fare | Approx. travel time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mall of the Emirates | 1 | AED 3 | ~10–12 min |
| Dubai Marina | 2 | AED 5 | ~10–15 min |
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | 2 | AED 5 | ~20–25 min |
| Dubai International Airport | 4 | AED 6.50 | ~35–40 min |
Top up at the self-service machines or the ticket office inside the station before you tap in — machines can queue during the 8–9 AM office rush, since so much of this stop’s traffic is commuter-driven.
Getting There by Bus, Tram, Taxi, or Car
Feeder buses (Wikipedia-documented connections):
- F31 — toward the Meadows East
- F34 — toward Dubai Production City
- F35 — toward the Greens
- F59 — toward Dubai Knowledge Village
- Route 88 — toward Deira City Centre
You’ll also see F56 and route 84 cited on some other sites — that’s not necessarily an error on their part.
- Dubai’s feeder-bus numbering gets adjusted periodically as routes are added, split, or re-timed.
- Treat any bus-number list, including this one, as a starting point and confirm the live route via the RTA app before you rely on it.
Adjacent Red Line stations — another naming discrepancy to know about:
- Several sources name the two adjacent stations as Al Khail and InsuranceMarket (formerly Mashreq).
- Others name them Nakheel and Sharaf DG.
- That’s not writer confusion — Dubai Metro periodically renames stations under sponsorship deals (Mashreq’s renaming to InsuranceMarket is a documented example), which is exactly why guides written months apart can legitimately disagree.
- Check the current RTA metro map for the live adjacent-station names rather than trusting any single article, including this one, indefinitely.
Tram, taxi, and car:
- Tram: No tram stop at the station itself. Al Sufouh Tram Station is roughly an 18–19 minute walk away — budget for that stretch, or connect via bus, if the tram is your final destination.
- Taxi: A dedicated taxi stand sits at the station entrance for direct pickup from Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Car: Paid parking, including Park & Ride, is available nearby on a first-come, first-served basis, though space is limited during peak office hours.
Accessibility and Facilities
The station is fully wheelchair-accessible, with ramps, elevators, and tactile pathways guiding visually impaired riders to the platform.
- Ticket office, information desk, and self-service ticket machines
- Convenience store and prayer rooms
- Air-conditioned restrooms and CCTV coverage throughout
- Electronic displays showing live train arrival times — the fastest way to confirm the exact next departure rather than relying on published network hours
Schools, Neighborhoods, and What’s Genuinely Nearby
Three international schools sit a short drive from the district — the American School of Dubai and Dubai American Academy (both in Al Barsha, roughly 10–15 minutes by car), and the International School of Choueifat’s Al Sufouh campus (about 11 minutes by car). None are within walking distance of dubai Internet City Metro Station, but that makes this stop relevant to a group most transit guides ignore entirely: parents cross-referencing school commute times when comparing Barsha Heights, The Greens, or Al Sufouh against other neighborhoods before relocating.
Beyond the schools, the surrounding area is a mix of business towers and residential pockets rather than a tourist zone:
- Barsha Heights hotel-apartments
- Flamingo Villas and Al Hawaii Residence communities
- Office campuses of Dubai Internet City and Dubai Knowledge Park
If your trip is entertainment-focused rather than work- or school-related, this station is a connection point to reach Dubai Marina or Downtown Dubai by metro rather than a destination in its own right.
How Long It Takes to Reach Popular Destinations
| Destination | Approx. travel time | How to get there |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai Media City | 2–3 min walk | Adjacent to Dubai Internet City |
| Mall of the Emirates | ~10–12 min | Red Line direct |
| Dubai Marina | ~10–15 min | Red Line direct |
| Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall | ~20–25 min | Red Line direct, no transfer |
| Jumeirah Beach | ~15–20 min | Red Line, then taxi or bus |
| Dubai International Airport | ~35–40 min | Red Line direct |
These are approximate in-vehicle times and don’t include waiting or walking to platforms — build in a buffer for connections during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which exit should I use for Dubai Internet City offices?
Take Exit 1, the Internet City / Media City side. It leads directly to the office towers and business centers without requiring a road crossing.
What time does the last train leave this station?
Network-wide, Dubai Metro’s last train runs around midnight Monday–Thursday and Saturday, and 1:00 AM on Fridays.
- At least one detailed source reports Friday service starting later — 10:00 AM rather than 5:00 AM — specifically for this station, conflicting with the network-wide figure.
- Confirm the current schedule in the RTA S’hail app before relying on either version.
When did Internet City Metro Station open, and has it ever closed?
It opened on 30 April 2010 as part of the Red Line. It briefly closed on 16 April 2024 due to regional flooding and reopened within days once maintenance checks were complete.
How much does it cost to travel from here?
A one-zone journey costs AED 3 on a Silver Nol Card (AED 6 Gold); crossing all zones costs up to AED 7.50 Silver (AED 15 Gold). Popular routes like Mall of the Emirates run about AED 3, and Dubai Marina or Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall run about AED 5.
Is there parking at the station?
Yes, including Park & Ride, but space is limited and allocated first-come, first-served — it fills quickly during the weekday morning office rush.
How do I get from here to Al Sufouh or the tram?
There’s no direct tram connection at this station. Al Sufouh Tram Station is about an 18–19 minute walk, or you can connect via a feeder bus if you’d rather not walk that distance.
Which bus routes stop here?
Documented feeder routes include F31, F34, F35, and F59, plus regular route 88. Some sources also list F56 or route 84 — Dubai’s feeder-bus numbering changes periodically, so confirm the live route in the RTA app.
Is the station wheelchair-accessible?
Yes. Both exits have ramps, elevators, and tactile pathways, and the platforms are step-free from street level.
Are there schools near this station?
A few international schools are a short drive away — the American School of Dubai and Dubai American Academy in Al Barsha (~10–15 min), and the International School of Choueifat’s Al Sufouh campus (~11 min). None are walkable from the metro, but they’re relevant for families comparing commute times in Barsha Heights, The Greens, and Al Sufouh.
