Union Station
Station Specifications & Key Details
- Layout: Underground architectural structure with air-conditioned concourses.
- Bus Connections: Routes E303 (Sharjah), E400 (Ajman), C01, C04, 11A, 24.
- Tram Link: None.
- Taxi Stand: Dedicated sheltered street taxi rank outside main exit.
- Verified Documentation: Confirmed against RTA Deira transit master map. Transfers between Red and Green lines do not require passing through fare turnstiles.
Station Overview & Layout
Union 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:
- Union Square Park
- Deira Historic Commercial Centre
- Al Ghurair Centre (short walk via Al Rigga)
- Dubai Creek (short connection to Baniyas abra dock)
Bus & Tram Feeder Connections
Passengers alighting at Union 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
- Cross-platform and mezzanine escalators between Red and Green Line underground platforms
- Extensive RTA Customer Happiness Center
- Direct sheltered underground access to Union Bus Terminal
- Prayer rooms, convenience stores, and restrooms
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: Union Station— Confirmed against RTA Deira transit master map. Transfers between Red and Green lines do not require passing through fare turnstiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What line is Union Station on?
Union Station (R18 / G14) is located on the Interchange (Red & Green) of the Dubai Metro, inside Tariff Zone 1.
How do I transfer to buses from Union Station?
Connecting feeder bus routes include: E303 (Sharjah), E400 (Ajman), C01, C04, 11A, 24. Bus stops are situated directly outside the station exits.
Is Union Station accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. Like all Dubai Metro stations, Union Station features step-free street-to-concourse and concourse-to-platform elevators, tactile paving paths, and wide automatic turnstiles.