The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled plans for the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a transformative 30-kilometer expansion that will connect Expo City Dubai to Dubai Creek Harbour via Business Bay and Downtown. With 14 new stations and an estimated 320,000 daily passengers, the Blue Line represents the largest metro expansion since the original network launch.
This guide covers all confirmed stations, construction timeline, fare structure, and how the Blue Line integrates with Dubai's existing transportation network based on official RTA announcements.
Dubai Metro Blue Line — Key Facts
30 km of new track, 14 stations, AED 21 billion investment, 320,000 daily passengers expected. Full operations by 2029.
Confirmed Station Locations
The Blue Line will feature 14 stations connecting key residential and commercial areas:
Expo City Dubai
Terminus station. Interchange with Expo 2020 Metro extension. Major events hub.
Dubai South
Serves residential communities and Al Maktoum Airport logistics zone.
Business Bay Central
New underground station serving 500+ towers. Interchange with Red Line.
Dubai Creek Harbour
Eastern terminus. Serves Dubai Creek Tower and surrounding developments.
Construction Timeline
- Q2 2026: Ground-breaking ceremony, tunneling contracts awarded
- Q4 2026: First tunnel boring machines deployed
- 2027: Station construction begins on 8 stations
- 2028: Track laying and systems integration
- Q1 2029: Testing phase begins
- Q4 2029: Full commercial operations launch
Blue Line Features
- Fully driverless operation with Grade of Automation 4
- Platform screen doors at all stations
- Wi-Fi and 5G connectivity throughout
- Real-time passenger information systems
- Bicycle storage at all stations
- Integration with Dubai Tram at 2 stations
Fare Structure
RTA has announced the Blue Line will use the existing Nol card fare system:
- Within one zone: AED 4 (Silver), AED 2 (Gold)
- Two zones: AED 6 (Silver), AED 3 (Gold)
- Full line: AED 8.50 (Silver), AED 4.25 (Gold)
- Day Pass: AED 22 unlimited travel
"The Blue Line is a transformative project that will reduce car dependency and support Dubai's sustainability goals. We expect 320,000 daily passengers by 2030, taking 150,000 cars off the road and reducing carbon emissions by 200,000 tons annually."
— HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of RTA, February 2026Economic Impact
The Blue Line is expected to generate significant economic benefits:
- Property Values: 15-25% increase within 500m of stations
- Job Creation: 12,000 construction jobs, 800 permanent operations
- Carbon Reduction: 200,000 tons CO2 annually
- Travel Time Savings: 45 minutes average for southern Dubai residents
Real Estate Opportunity
Areas along the Blue Line corridor are expected to see significant appreciation. Key investment zones include Dubai South, Dubai Hills Estate, and Dubai Creek Harbour.
