The Dubai Metro Blue Line is set to be one of the city’s biggest transport projects yet.
Made up of two routes spanning 21km and 9km, the new line will connect communities in the northeast of Dubai to the existing Metro network, making it easier than ever to get around the city.
Scheduled to open in 2029, the Blue Line will coincide with the Dubai Metro’s 20th anniversary and is expected to serve around one million residents and visitors once fully up and running.
¨His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, officially launched the main tunnelling works for the project in May 2025.
The project will include a 15.5km underground section, with the largest station set to be found at Dubai International City 1.
As Dubai continues to evolve and grow its population, new Metro lines and stations are necessary to meet the demand. The new line is expected to decrease traffic congestion by 20 percent once complete and will provide a direct connection to DXB for nine key areas.
Dubai Metro Blue Line route explained
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Al Jaddaf
The first route of the Dubai Metro Blue Line will begin at the existing Creek Station at Al Jaddaf. The interchange station will allow people on the Blue Line a direct connection with the Green Line. A vibrant neighbourhood in the northern part of the city, this part of Dubai sits right on the waterfront, meaning it is packed with pretty views and things to do.
Al Rashidiya
Another interchange station, Al Rashidiya will be where the second route begins. Currently called Centrepoint Station on the Red Line, the final station on the Red Line will connect with the Blue Line. It is one of three metro stations with a free car park and serves the Al Rashidya community in the north of the city.
Al Warqa
Al Warqa will be found on the smaller second route of the Dubai Metro Blue Line. The residential area is home to around 60,000 residents and the Dubai Safari Park. It provides a much-needed extra transport link to a growing community.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour will be home to the world’s tallest metro station once the Blue Line is up and running. The landmark “iconic” station will be named Emaar Properties Station for at least the first 10 years of operations. The 11,000 square metre space is designed to handle up to 160,000 passengers, with more than 70,000 expected to use it daily once it is operational.
A 1,300 metre-long viaduct will be constructed to allow the Metro to cross the Dubai Creek.
Dubai Festival City
Dubai Festival City will sit along the larger 21km route of the Dubai Metro Blue Line. The area is home to one of the largest malls in the city and approximately 77,000 residents. The Metro service will provide a direct link for the area to key parts in the city, and means that there won’t be as much reliance on the abra boat service between the mall and Al Jaddaf Marine Station to get to the Creek Station.
