BurJuman Station
Station Specifications & Key Details
- Layout: Underground architectural structure with air-conditioned concourses.
- Bus Connections: Routes C10, X23, 21, 29, 33, 44.
- Tram Link: None.
- Taxi Stand: Dedicated sheltered street taxi rank outside main exit.
- Verified Documentation: Verified with RTA Bur Dubai network guide. Platform 1 & 2 serve Red Line; deeper lower tier platforms serve Green Line.
Station Overview & Layout
BurJuman 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:
- BurJuman Shopping Centre
- Consulate District of Dubai (US, UK, Indian, Saudi consulates nearby)
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (10-15 min walk or 1 stop on Green Line)
- Al Seef Waterfront on Dubai Creek
Bus & Tram Feeder Connections
Passengers alighting at BurJuman 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
- Multi-level underground concourse with glass chandelier art installation
- Direct covered escalator connection into BurJuman Mall
- Ticket sales office, automated Nol machines, tactile ground surfaces
- Dedicated Police transit desk and accessible bathrooms
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: BurJuman Station— Verified with RTA Bur Dubai network guide. Platform 1 & 2 serve Red Line; deeper lower tier platforms serve Green Line.
Frequently Asked Questions
What line is BurJuman Station on?
BurJuman Station (R19 / G26) is located on the Interchange (Red & Green) of the Dubai Metro, inside Tariff Zone 1.
How do I transfer to buses from BurJuman Station?
Connecting feeder bus routes include: C10, X23, 21, 29, 33, 44. Bus stops are situated directly outside the station exits.
Is BurJuman Station accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. Like all Dubai Metro stations, BurJuman Station features step-free street-to-concourse and concourse-to-platform elevators, tactile paving paths, and wide automatic turnstiles.