Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station
Station Specifications & Key Details
- Layout: Elevated architectural structure with air-conditioned concourses.
- Bus Connections: Routes F13, D03, 27, 29.
- Tram Link: None.
- Taxi Stand: Dedicated sheltered street taxi rank outside main exit.
- Verified Documentation: Confirmed against RTA Red Line official station guide. Exit 1 leads into the 828-meter Metro Link Bridge, which takes approximately 10 to 12 minutes to walk.
Station Overview & Layout
Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station is engineered to accommodate intense daily commuter volumes while ensuring smooth passenger flows. The concourse level houses customer happiness ticket counters, multi-language Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) accepting cash and bank cards, automated turnstiles with wide wheelchair access gates, and police transit desks.
Platform screen doors span the entire length of the tracks, opening in synchronization with the driverless metro train doors to ensure passenger safety and maintain the air-conditioned platform climate at a consistent 20°C.
Station Exits & Walking Directions
Major Landmarks within Walking Distance:
- Burj Khalifa (At The Top observation deck)
- The Dubai Mall & Dubai Aquarium
- Dubai Opera & Downtown Boulevard
- Souk Al Bahar & Dubai Fountain
Bus & Tram Feeder Connections
Passengers alighting at Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station can connect immediately to the following RTA surface transit routes:
Transfer Fare Rule: When transferring from the metro to any of these connecting buses within 30 minutes, your journey continues under the single-journey fare tier rather than being billed as a separate trip.
Facilities, Lifts & Accessibility
- 828m enclosed climate-controlled travelator walkway to Dubai Mall
- Customer service ticket offices and TVM recharge machines
- Full step-free lift access and tactile paving
- Retail conveniences and ATM kiosks
Visually impaired commuters can follow the bright yellow tactile ground paths running from outside the station exits through the ticketing gates directly to the train doors.
Fares, Timings & First/Last Trains
Operating hours follow standard network rules:
| Day | Opening Time | Closing Time | Silver Fare (Within Zone / All Zones) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) | AED 3.00 / AED 7.50 |
| Friday | 05:00 AM | 01:00 AM (Next Day) | AED 3.00 / AED 7.50 |
| Saturday | 05:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) | AED 3.00 / AED 7.50 |
| Sunday (Late Start) | 08:00 AM | 12:00 AM (Midnight) | AED 3.00 / AED 7.50 |
Every fare, schedule, and rule in this guide is referenced against direct primary source documents published by Dubai transit authorities:
- RTA Dubai Metro Official Station Guide: Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station— Confirmed against RTA Red Line official station guide. Exit 1 leads into the 828-meter Metro Link Bridge, which takes approximately 10 to 12 minutes to walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What line is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station on?
Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station (R25) is located on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro, inside Tariff Zone 2.
How do I transfer to buses from Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station?
Connecting feeder bus routes include: F13, D03, 27, 29. Bus stops are situated directly outside the station exits.
Is Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. Like all Dubai Metro stations, Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall Station features step-free street-to-concourse and concourse-to-platform elevators, tactile paving paths, and wide automatic turnstiles.