Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira

Complete route information, fare details, and station guide

Fare (Silver Nol)

AED 7.50

Journey Time

27 min

Stations

14

Transfers

0

Metro vs Taxi - Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira

AED 7.50

27 min

Fixed fare

Best value โœ“

~AED 58

27โ€“38 min

Traffic dependent

Taxi estimate based on RTA metered rate (AED 12 base + AED 1.96/km). Actual fare may vary.

Tips for your journey

  • Change at Union or BurJuman for the Green Line to Deira City Centre.
  • The total journey takes around 35โ€“40 minutes with the transfer.
  • Union is the recommended interchange - follow the Green Line signs.
Your Journey Route
14 stations
Direct journey - no transfers needed
Red Line
Fare Details
All ticket types and pricing information
Silver Nol CardAED 7.50
Gold ClassAED 15.00
Standard Ticket (Red)AED 8.50
Gold Class Ticket (Red)AED 17.00
Concessionary (Blue Nol)AED 3.75
Zones Crossed3

Children under 5 years travel for free.

People of Determination receive a 50% discount with a special Blue Nol card.

Daily cap for Silver Nol Card: AED 14.00

Bus transfers within 30 minutes of exiting metro/tram are free with a Nol card.

Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about traveling from Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira
How do I get from Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira by Dubai Metro?
Board at Mall of the Emirates Station and ride directly to City Centre Deira Station on the Red Line. No transfer is needed. The journey covers 14 stations and takes approximately 27 minutes.
How much does it cost to travel from Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira?
A Silver Nol card costs AED 7.50 for this journey, and Gold Class costs AED 15.00. Paper Red Ticket users pay AED 8.50 standard or AED 17.00 for Gold Class. Blue Nol concessionary card holders (students, seniors, People of Determination) pay AED 3.75.
Do I need to change trains between Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira?
No. Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira are both on the Red Line, so you can travel directly without switching trains.
How long does the journey from Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira take?
The trip takes approximately 27 minutes and covers around 23.4 km, including boarding. Actual travel time can vary slightly depending on train frequency and how busy the stations are.
How many fare zones does this journey cross?
This journey crosses 3 fare zones between Mall of the Emirates (Zone 2) and City Centre Deira (Zone 5), which determines the fare shown above.
Can I use the same Nol card for the return journey from City Centre Deira to Mall of the Emirates?
Yes. Any Nol card (Silver, Gold, or Blue) works in both directions on the Dubai Metro network. Just tap in and out as normal, the fare is calculated the same way regardless of direction.
Where can I check live timings for Mall of the Emirates to City Centre Deira?
Check the Dubai Metro timings page or the RTA app for live schedules. Standard service runs 5:00 AM to midnight Saturday to Wednesday, until 1:00 AM on Thursday and Friday, and from 8:00 AM to midnight on Sunday. Timings may change during Ramadan and public holidays.

Estimated route distance is 23.4 km. Journey time includes line travel plus transfer buffer. Actual time may vary slightly with waiting and station walking distance.

Save money with a Silver Nol Card

Red Ticket:AED 8.50
Silver Nol Card:AED 7.50
Daily saving: AED 1.00Monthly: AED 22.00
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