Dubai Metro Tickets & Fares
Dubai Metro Tickets & Fares (2026)
Dubai Metro fares are simple once you know the system: you pay with a Nol card, the price depends on how many zones you cross, and you tap in and out at the gates. Below are the Nol card types, the full fare tables, travel passes, and how to buy and top up.
Nol Card Types & Prices
| Card | Initial price | What it includes | Best for | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Nol | AED 25 | AED 19 balance + AED 6 card | Tourists & general use | 5 years |
| Gold Nol | AED 25 | AED 19 balance + Gold cabin access | Comfort, fewer crowds | 5 years |
| Blue Nol | AED 70 | AED 20 balance + personalisation | Students, seniors, People of Determination | Personalised |
| Red Ticket | AED 2 | Paper card, trips loaded separately | Occasional trips | 90 days / up to 10 trips |
Fare Table by Zones
Fares depend on how many zones your trip crosses (you tap in and out):
| Payment type | 1 zone | 2 zones | 3+ zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Nol | AED 3.00 | AED 5.00 | AED 7.50 |
| Gold Nol | AED 6.00 | AED 10.00 | AED 15.00 |
| Red Ticket | AED 4.00 | AED 6.00 | AED 8.50 |
👶 Children aged 5 and under travel free. ♿ People of Determination travel free with the right Nol card. The Gold cabin requires the Gold fare.
Travel Passes
If you travel a lot, a period pass can be cheaper than pay-as-you-go. Prices in AED:
| Pass | Silver 1z | Silver 2z | Silver all | Gold all | Concession all |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | 50 | 80 | 110 | 220 | 55 |
| 30 days | 140 | 230 | 350 | 700 | 175 |
| 90 days | 330 | 550 | 830 | 1,660 | 415 |
| 365 days | 1,060 | 1,770 | 2,670 | 5,340 | 1,335 |
A 1-day pass is also available (commonly around AED 20 regular / AED 40 Gold) — confirm in Nol Pay before buying.
How to Buy & Top Up
🛒 Where to buy
- Ticket offices & vending machines
- Customer Happiness Centres
- Authorised agents & online
💳 How to top up
- Nol Pay app or online
- Machines & ticket offices
- Max balance: AED 1,000 (anonymous) / AED 5,000 (registered)
✅ Always tap in and out. Forgetting to tap out can charge you the maximum fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Dubai Metro ticket?
With a Silver Nol card, fares are AED 3 for one zone, AED 5 for two zones and AED 7.50 for three or more zones. Gold cabin costs double; the Red Ticket is a little more per trip.
What is a Nol card?
Nol is the rechargeable smart card used across Dubai public transport. The main types are Silver, Gold, Blue (personalised) and the paper Red Ticket.
Which Nol card is best for tourists?
A Silver Nol card suits most visitors. Choose Gold if you want the quieter premium cabin, or a Red Ticket for a few one-off trips.
Do children pay on the Dubai Metro?
Children aged 5 and under travel free. People of Determination travel free with the appropriate Nol card.
Where can I buy and top up a Nol card?
At ticket offices, vending machines, Customer Happiness Centres and authorised agents, or online. Top up via the Nol Pay app, online, machines or ticket offices.
How does the fare get calculated?
Dubai Metro fares are zone-based and you tap in and out. The price depends on how many zones your journey crosses.