Riyadh Metro races past 100 million riders in just nine months

According to the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), the Blue Line, which connects the Olaya–Batha corridor, has been the busiest route, serving 46.5 million commuters to date.

The Red Line along King Abdullah Road follows with 17 million riders, while the Orange Line on Al Madinah Al Munawwarah Road has carried around 12 million passengers.

The remaining three lines have together transported 24.5 million passengers, underscoring the network’s rapid adoption across the capital.

Riyadh Metro trains move along central city roads on December 3, 2024. Just two days earlier, Saudi Arabia opened three lines of the network, a landmark project aimed at reducing car dependency and promoting sustainable public transport across the capital.

Women take the metro at King Saud University station in Riyadh on April 27, 2025.

Integrated with Riyadh’s extensive bus network — including on-demand services and public transport parking facilities — the metro ensures commuters enjoy smooth door-to-door connectivity.

This integration is central to the city’s broader mobility strategy, offering residents and visitors a sustainable and modern alternative to car travel.

The metro’s reliability has been a key factor in its success, with a 99.78% on-time performance rate since operations began, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Key stations such as Qasr Al Hokm, KAFD, stc, and the National Museum interchange have emerged as hotspots, collectively handling over 29% of the total ridership.

The rapid uptake of the Riyadh Metro reflects both the growing demand for efficient urban transport and the city’s vision to transform public mobility. As it continues to expand, the system is set to play a central role in shaping Riyadh’s sustainable urban future.