RTA launches new direct metro route to ease Red Line rush

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a new direct route on the Red Line, further strengthening the city’s metro network and easing peak-hour congestion for thousands of daily commuters.

The newly launched service connects Centrepoint Station with Al Fardan Exchange Station, providing an additional travel option for passengers during peak morning and evening hours. It complements the two existing direct routes — Centrepoint to Expo City Dubai and Centrepoint to Life Pharmacy Station — making the Red Line more versatile and responsive to passenger needs. RTA now operates a total of three-routes on the Red Line.

The new shorter route will help ease crowding on the Red Line and will give more options to commuters for smooth travelling.

Earlier, the RTA also introduced direct route between Centrepoint Station and the Expo City Station. One of the most significant benefits of this route is that passengers heading to Expo City Dubai or Life Pharmacy Station no longer need to switch trains at Jebel Ali Metro Station. Instead, they can board a direct train from Centrepoint, saving time and reducing transfer-related delays.

RTA confirmed that Red Line trains will now alternate between Expo City Dubai and UAE Exchange terminals, while also serving Life Pharmacy Station and Al Fardan Exchange Station directly.