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الأسبوع الثاني: 24 - 27 فبراير 2025

واجهة مركز الرياض للمعارض والمؤتمرات الموجود في منطقة روشن

Riyadh Metro completes rollout: World’s longest driverless train network now operational

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The Riyadh Metro has officially completed its phased rollout, marking a transformative moment in Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure development. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) confirmed that the Orange Line, or Line 3, began operations on Sunday, completing the city’s extensive metro network.

Spanning six lines across 176 kilometers and encompassing 85 stations, the Riyadh Metro is now fully operational, earning the distinction of being the largest metro system in the Middle East and the world’s longest driverless train network.

The Orange Line runs 41 kilometres, linking Riyadh’s eastern and western sectors. It stretches from Jeddah Road in the west to the Second Eastern Ring Road near Khashm Al Aan in the east, significantly enhancing connectivity across the capital. Five stations are now operational along this line: Jeddah Road, Tuwaiq, Douh, Harun Al-Rashid Road, and Al-Naseem, with the latter serving as a transfer hub to the Purple Line.

The milestone follows the initial launch of the Riyadh Metro by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on November 27, 2024.

With the full system now operational, the metro network provides seamless travel across Riyadh, connecting residential, commercial, and cultural hubs while supporting the city’s vision for sustainable urban mobility.

The Riyadh Metro operates daily from 6 a.m. to midnight, offering passengers the flexibility of digital ticketing through the Darb app, self-service kiosks, or ticket offices. Payment options include credit cards, bank transfers, and mobile devices, ensuring accessible and hassle-free travel for both residents and visitors.

The completion of the Riyadh Metro highlights Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing urban infrastructure as part of its Vision 2030 initiative. By improving connectivity and reducing traffic congestion, the metro positions Riyadh as a leading global city, offering modern, efficient public transport solutions to its growing population.

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Source: https:// www,constructionweekonline.com