Dubai Marina is served by 3 Red Line metro stations running parallel to the marina, plus the Dubai Tram circling the marina with 5 dedicated stations. There's no single station called 'Dubai Marina' — instead, depending on where in the marina you're going, you pick the closest of: DMCC (formerly Jumeirah Lakes Towers — for JLT and the eastern marina), DAMAC Properties (central Marina), or Sobha Realty (formerly Dubai Marina station — for the western marina + JBR side).
Which metro station for which part of the Marina
| Going to | Best metro | Walk time |
|---|---|---|
| JLT (Jumeirah Lakes Towers) | DMCC | 0-5 min |
| Marina Mall | DAMAC Properties → Tram | ~10 min total |
| Marina Walk (eastern half) | DAMAC Properties | 10-15 min |
| Marina Walk (western half) / Pier 7 | Sobha Realty | 10-15 min |
| JBR Beach | Sobha Realty → Tram (3 min) | ~12 min total |
| Bluewaters Island / Ain Dubai | Sobha Realty → Tram → footbridge | ~20 min total |
| Marina Yacht Club | DAMAC Properties | 12 min |
| Address Marina hotel | DAMAC Properties | 8 min |
DMCC Station (eastern Marina + JLT)
- Code: R51 (Red Line)
- Type: Elevated
- Tram interchange: Yes — JLT Tram station via covered walkway (~3 min). Same Nol card.
- Best for: JLT towers (Almas, Cluster, Bonnington), DMCC office buildings, Mövenpick Hotel JLT, Pullman Dubai.
- Exit 1: JLT residential cluster. Buses 8, F11.
- Exit 2: Almas Tower + Mövenpick.
DAMAC Properties Station (central Marina)
- Code: R53 (Red Line, post-2020 renumbering)
- Best for: Marina Walk (mid-section), Address Dubai Marina hotel, Yacht Club, Marina Mall (10 min walk).
- Exit 1: Sheikh Zayed Road feeder + buses to Internet City, JBR.
- Exit 2: Pedestrian bridge across SZR — 7-min walk to Marina Walk.
Sobha Realty Station (western Marina + JBR side)
- Code: R54 (formerly 'Dubai Marina')
- Best for: Marina Walk (western half), Pier 7, JBR Beach (via tram), Bluewaters Island (via tram + footbridge).
- Exit 1: Marina Walk side. ~10-min walk to Pier 7 / Marina Beach Resort.
- Exit 2: Sheikh Zayed Road + JBR bus stops. Take Tram to The Beach JBR.
Dubai Tram in the Marina — what it covers
The Dubai Tram makes the marina fully metro-accessible without taking taxis. Five tram stations cover marina + JBR:
- JLT Tram (interchange with DMCC Metro)
- Damac Tram (interchange with DAMAC Metro)
- Marina Towers Tram (Marina Mall, Marina Walk centre)
- Mina Seyahi Tram (Westin / Le Méridien hotels)
- Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) Tram (The Beach, Bluewaters, Ain Dubai access via footbridge)
One tram fare = AED 4 (Silver Nol). One fare lets you ride all stations in a 30-min window.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dubai Marina Metro Station called now?
The station previously known as 'Dubai Marina' is now called 'Sobha Realty' (renamed in 2020 as part of RTA commercial sponsorship). Two other Red Line stations also serve the marina: DMCC (formerly JLT) and DAMAC Properties.
Is Dubai Marina Mall connected to the metro?
Not directly — the closest metro is DAMAC Properties (~10 min walk). Or take the metro to DMCC and switch to the Dubai Tram, ride 2 stops to Marina Towers, walk 5 min. Tram is more comfortable in summer.
How do I get from the metro to JBR Beach?
Red Line to Sobha Realty Metro → walk 5 min to Marina Towers Tram station → ride 1 stop to JBR. Or via DMCC → JLT Tram → 4 stops to JBR (slower but covered walkway).
Are there 3 metro stations for Dubai Marina?
Yes — three Red Line stations run along the marina from east to west: DMCC (eastern, near JLT), DAMAC Properties (central), and Sobha Realty (western, originally named 'Dubai Marina'). All three are 1-stop apart.
Can I take a taxi from Dubai Marina Metro?
Yes — DAMAC and Sobha Realty stations both have taxi ranks at Exit 2. Average fare to Marina Mall: AED 12. To JBR Beach: AED 15. Use Careem app for cheaper rates outside peak hours.