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Get ready to say goodbye to traffic jams that make getting around Riyadh feel like a test of your patience.
The upcoming Riyadh Metro is set to revolutionize travel within the capital, offering smoother and faster commutes. Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics, Saleh Al-Jasser, recently confirmed that the metro will begin operations this year, and the finish line is in sight!
This massive project is a game-changer for Riyadh, designed to ease congestion and transform the way we move around the city.
With six lines covering 176 kilometers and 84 stations spread across the capital, the Riyadh Metro will connect key locations like King Khalid International Airport, King Abdullah Financial District, universities, and central Riyadh.
Image: The full route map of the Riyadh Metro. Source: Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
The Riyadh Metro is part of the larger King Abdulaziz Project for Riyadh Public Transport, which also includes a vast bus network with 80 routes and 2,860 stops. The plan is to start with 1.2 million daily passengers and gradually scale up to an impressive 3.6 million. And with Saudi Arabia is bidding to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034, the metro is expected to become the go-to transportation choice for both locals and visitors, making travel in Riyadh a breeze.
This $22.5 billion investment in the city’s infrastructure isn’t just about getting from point A to B; it’s about making daily life in Riyadh easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable. The metro is set to be the backbone of Riyadh's public transport, and it’s almost here—get ready for a smoother ride!
Image: A metro line leaves on a test drive to the King Abdullah Financial District station during an exclusive tour of the Riyadh Metro on April 1, 2021 in the Saudi capital, by Getty Images.
Source: News from Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
