42km. 18 stations. 15 strategic areas. The Dubai Gold Line was announced on 22 April 2026. Here is the complete route, explained clearly, area by area.
On 22 April 2026, Dubai announced its most ambitious transport project ever: the Dubai Metro Gold Line, a fully underground AED 34 billion corridor. The official 18-station list has not been published yet — but the government released a Rail Network Plan 2032 map, and reporters have pieced together the route in detail.
The Full Route: Stop by Stop
The Gold Line runs from historic Bur Dubai all the way to the southwestern suburbs. Think of it as a diagonal slash across Dubai’s growth map.
Note: Official station names have not been published by the RTA. The above is based on the government-released route (NOT STATIONS) and reporting by Khaleej Times, The National, and Time Out Dubai.
The Key Interchanges
| Station | Connects To | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ghubaiba | Green Line | Gateway from Deira and Creek |
| BurJuman | Red + Green Lines | Only triple-line station in Dubai |
| Business Bay | Red Line | Dual-line CBD hub |
| Meydan | Etihad Rail | Metro + national rail |
| Jumeirah Golf Estates | Red Line + Etihad Rail | SW Dubai’s transport gateway |
What This Does to Dubai’s Metro Network
The Gold Line will be delivered 30% faster than the Blue Line and reduces Red Line congestion between BurJuman and ONPASSIVE by 23%. For a comparison of the two new lines, see Dubai Gold Line vs Blue Line: What’s the Difference?
The moment a metro line is announced in Dubai, every resident becomes a cartographer. This map is the one to bookmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Dubai Gold Line start and end?
The Gold Line starts at Al Ghubaiba in Bur Dubai and ends at Jumeirah Golf Estates in the southwest of the city.
How many stations does the Gold Line have?
18 stations across 15 strategic areas, spanning 42 kilometres.
Which metro lines does the Gold Line connect to?
The Gold Line connects to the Green Line at Al Ghubaiba, the Red Line at Business Bay and Jumeirah Golf Estates, and Etihad Rail at Meydan and Jumeirah Golf Estates.
When does the Dubai Gold Line open?
9 September 2032, according to the official announcement by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Has the RTA published the official Gold Line station list?
No. As of April 2026, the RTA has not released the full station-by-station list. The route map shows the areas served, but individual station names and exact positions within each community are still to be confirmed.
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