Two New Metro Stations Opened in Riyadh

Riyadh Public Transport has opened two new metro stations. This will help people get around the city more easily.

New Stations  

• The new stations are the Railway Station and Jarir District Station.  
• These stations are part of the Orange Line.

About the Orange Line  

• The Orange Line is the third line of the Riyadh Metro.  
• It runs for 40.7 kilometers from Madinah Road to Prince Saad bin Abdulrahman I Road.

Metro Use  

• Since its launch on December 1, 2024, the Riyadh Metro has had 18 million users in just 75 days.  
• People have taken over 162,000 trips and traveled 4.5 million kilometers.

Metro Launch Timeline

• December 1, 2024 – The Blue, Yellow, and Purple Lines started.
• December 15, 2024 – The Red and Green Lines opened.
• January 5, 2025 – The Orange Line was launched, and all six lines are now open.

Metro Size and Importance  

• The Riyadh Metro is the largest in the Middle East.  
• It is also the longest driverless train system in the world.  
• It covers 176 kilometers and has 85 stations, including four major hubs.

Conclusion:

The new metro stations in Riyadh will make it easier for people to travel around the city. With all six lines now open, the Riyadh Metro is a big step forward for public transport in the area.