Al Ghubaiba Metro Station is one of Dubai's busiest transit hubs and the western anchor of the Green Line. It sits in the heart of Bur Dubai next to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station (the largest in Dubai with intercity services to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah and Oman) and the Bur Dubai abra station (traditional water taxi to Deira for AED 1). Whether you're a tourist visiting the souks or a commuter heading to the bus terminal, this is the most-used metro stop on the Green Line.
Quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Line | Green Line |
| Position | Western terminus |
| Code | 21 |
| Adjacent stations | ← (terminus) — Al Fahidi → |
| Bus interchange | Yes — Al Ghubaiba Bus Station (50+ routes) |
| Abra interchange | Yes — to Deira (AED 1, traditional wooden boats) |
| Parking | Limited paid parking nearby; metered |
| Operating hours | 05:00–24:00 Sun-Thu; 05:00–01:00 Fri-Sat |
The 4 exits and what's near each
- Exit 1: Al Ghubaiba Bus Station + Inter-City buses (to Abu Dhabi E100, Sharjah E306, Ajman E301, Fujairah E700, Muscat).
- Exit 2: Bur Dubai Abra Station + the historic Bur Dubai Souk (textile, gold, electronics).
- Exit 3: Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (wind-tower architecture, Dubai Museum) and Al Seef promenade.
- Exit 4: Al Hamriya Park, Mosque, residential Bur Dubai (Al Mankhool, Karama).
All exits are wheelchair accessible (lifts + tactile paving).
Travel times to popular destinations
| To | Time | Line / Change |
|---|---|---|
| BurJuman (Red/Green Line interchange) | 4 min | Green direct |
| Union Square (Red/Green interchange) | 10 min | Green direct |
| Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall | 22 min | Green → Red at BurJuman |
| Dubai Marina | 40 min | Green → Red at BurJuman |
| Mall of the Emirates | 32 min | Green → Red at BurJuman |
| Dubai International Airport (T1/T3) | 20 min | Green → Red at Union |
| Expo 2020 / DIP | 50 min | Green → Red → Route 2020 (BurJuman) |
What's nearby — top attractions and amenities
- Bur Dubai Souk — textiles, watches, electronics. Open 09:00–22:00 daily.
- Bur Dubai Abra Station — AED 1 abra crossing to Deira (Gold Souk side).
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood — Dubai's restored 19th-century quarter, wind towers, Dubai Museum (entry AED 3).
- Al Seef Promenade — modern creek-side cafés and boutiques (~10 min walk).
- Bur Dubai Beach (Al Mamzar) — 25 min by car/bus.
- Hospitals nearby: Iranian Hospital (5 min), Aster Clinic Mankhool (4 min).
- Hotels nearby: Arabian Courtyard Hotel, Mövenpick Bur Dubai, Four Points Sheraton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What line is Al Ghubaiba Metro on?
Green Line. It is the western terminus of the Green Line — last station in the Bur Dubai direction.
How to get from Al Ghubaiba to Burj Khalifa?
Take Green Line to BurJuman (4 min), then change to Red Line and ride 5 stops to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (10 min). Total: ~22 min including change.
Is there parking at Al Ghubaiba Metro?
Limited. The station is in dense Bur Dubai with metered street parking only (no large dedicated metro car park). For commuter parking, use Etisalat or Centrepoint metro stations on the Red Line and ride in.
Can I take the abra from Al Ghubaiba?
Yes — Bur Dubai Abra Station is at Exit 2, 2 minutes walk. Crossings to Deira Old Souk run 06:00 to midnight. AED 1 per person, traditional wooden boats. Pay cash to the boatman or use a Nol card.
Where do intercity buses leave from Al Ghubaiba?
From Al Ghubaiba Bus Station at Exit 1. Routes: E100 to Abu Dhabi (every 30 min), E306 to Sharjah, E301 to Ajman, E700 to Fujairah, plus Mwasalat to Muscat (Oman). Buy tickets at the counter or via the RTA app.