Riyadh Metro surpasses 100 million passengers in under nine months

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The Riyadh Metro, managed by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), has crossed a major milestone, welcoming its 100 millionth passenger less than nine months after its official launch in December 2024.

The Blue Line, running along the Olaya-Batha axis, has emerged as the most heavily used corridor, carrying 46.5 million passengers to date. It is followed by the Red Line on King Abdullah Road with 17 million riders, and the Orange Line on Al Madinah Al Munawwarah Road, which recorded 12 million passengers. The metro’s remaining three lines have collectively transported 24.5 million riders.

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Since its launch, the network has maintained an on-time performance rate of 99.78 per cent, underscoring the reliability of the system. Some of the busiest stations include Qasr Al Hokm, KAFD, stc, and the National Museum interchange, which together accounted for more than 29 per cent of total ridership.

The Riyadh Metro is fully integrated with the city’s extensive bus network, which includes on-demand bus services and public transport parking facilities. This integration offers commuters a seamless end-to-end journey, from their homes to their destinations.

By enhancing connectivity and offering a sustainable alternative to private vehicles, the Riyadh Metro continues to strengthen public transport’s role in shaping Riyadh into a modern, accessible, and sustainable urban hub.