Union Metro Station: Route, Location and Metro Timing
Union Metro Station is a busy and important station of the Dubai Metro. It is situated in the heart of Deira, a well known commercial and residential area of Dubai. There are many tourist places, as well as residential and commercial places, that attract people towards Union Metro Station, Dubai.
The Dubai Metro operates on two routes called Red Line and Green Line to cover all major areas of Dubai. The Union Metro Station is an interchange station, so it comes on both the Red Line and Green Line. Furthermore, you can transfer between Red and Green Lines at Union Metro Station during your Metro Trip.
Union Metro Station Overview
Here I provide Union Metro Station Overview in a table as under_
| Station Name | R18/G20 Union Metro Station |
| Previous Names | Union Metro Station [2009 to Present] |
| Metro Line | Red Line and Green Line |
| Operated by | Roads & Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai |
| Station Address | Union Square, Near Union Park Deira, Deira, Dubai |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Thursday: 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)Friday: 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM (Next Day)Saturday: 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)Sunday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
| Nearby Places | Al Ghurair Centre, Union Park Deira, Dubai Creek, Dhow Wharfage, Abra Dubai and Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood |
Union Metro Station Location
The Union Metro Station is situated near Union Square in Deira, Dubai. Being an interchanging station, the Union Metro Station serves the Red Line as well as the Green Line of Dubai Metro System.
Here I provide the exact location of Union Metro Station on Dubai Metro Map 2025, just click on the map given below to view it on your mobile phone.
Dubai Metro Timing from Union Metro Station
The Union Metro Station is situated between Al Rigga and BurJuman Metro Stations on Red Line and between Salah Al Din and Baniyas Square Metro Stations on Green Line. The Dubai Metro Timing from Union Metro Station is different on Red Line and Green Line, let us explore it thoroughly.
RED LINE Metro Timing
On Dubai Metro Red Line, you can get a Metro from Union Metro Station towards UAE Exchange and Expo 2020 as well as from Union Metro Station towards Centrepoint/Rashidiya.
Metro Timing from Union to UAE Exchange
To travel from Union to any Metro Station towards UAE Exchange, you can get a Metro in every few minutes. The first train departs from Union at 5:02 AM and the last trains goes at 11:07 PM. You can check the Metro Timing details below.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to UAE Exchange | Last Train to UAE Exchange |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:02 AM | 11:07 PM |
| Friday | 5:02 AM | 12:03 AM |
| Saturday | 5:02 AM | 11:07 PM |
| Sunday | 8:06 AM | 11:02 PM |
Metro Timing from Union to Expo 2020
If you want to travel towards Expo 2020, you can get a Metro from Union Metro Station between 5:05 AM and 11:03 PM. Here I provide Dubai Metro Timing from Union to Expo 2020 for each day of the week.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to Expo 2020 | Last Train to Expo 2020 |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:05 AM | 11:03 PM |
| Friday | 5:05 AM | 12:07 AM |
| Saturday | 5:05 AM | 11:03 PM |
| Sunday | 8:02 AM | 11:06 PM |
Metro Timing from Union to Centrepoint on UAE Exchange Route
The Metro trains departing from UAE Exchange have a stop at Union Metro Station. You can catch a Metro from Union to travel towards Centrepoint/Rashidiya on daily basis. The first and last Metro timings from Union are 5:12 AM and 11:51 PM, further details are given below.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to Centrepoint | Last Train to Centrepoint |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:12 AM | 11:51 PM |
| Friday | 5:12 AM | 12:47 AM |
| Saturday | 5:12 AM | 11:51 PM |
| Sunday | 8:10 AM | 11:46 PM |
Metro Timing from Union to Centrepoint on Expo 2020 Route
In case you want to travel from Union Metro Station to a station towards Centrepoint/Rashidiya, you can get a Metro in a few minutes. The first Metro leaves from Union at 5:27 AM and the last one at 11:47 PM. You can check day-wise Dubai Metro Timings from Union to Rashidiya below.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to Centrepoint | Last Train to Centrepoint |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:27 AM | 11:47 PM |
| Friday | 5:27 AM | 12:51 AM |
| Saturday | 5:27 AM | 11:47 PM |
| Sunday | 8:14 AM | 11:50 PM |
GREEN LINE Metro Timing from
On Dubai Metro Green Line, the Metro Service helps you travel from Union Metro Station to Creek Metro Station and from Creek to Union easily.
Metro Timing from Union to Creek
The first Metro departs from Union Metro Station at 5:00 AM and the last Metro leaves at 11:42 PM. In-between the first and last Metros, you can expect a Metro in every 4-7 minutes.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to Creek Metro Station | Last Train to Creek Metro Station |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:00 AM | 11:42 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM | 12:41 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM | 11:41 PM |
| Sunday | 5:00 AM | 11:41 PM |
Metro Timing from Union to Etisalat/E&
To travel from Union towards Etisalat (E&) Metro station, the Dubai Metro provides the first Metro at 5:05 AM and the last Metro at 11:47 PM. The Metro Timings are different on Friday and Sunday, check the below table to know more about it.
| From Union Metro Station | First Train to Etisalat/E& Metro Station | Last Train to Etisalat/E& Metro Station |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:05 AM | 11:47 PM |
| Friday | 5:05 AM | 12:46 AM |
| Saturday | 5:05 AM | 11:45 PM |
| Sunday | 8:05 AM | 11:44 PM |
Travel Time and Metro Fare from Union Metro Station
From Union Metro Station, you can get a Metro to travel towards any Metro Station on the Red Line as well as Green Line. The trip duration and Dubai Metro Fare may vary based on the travel distance and zones. Here I provide expected travel time and Metro Fare from Union Metro Station to other stations of Dubai Metro as follows_
| From Union Metro Station | |||
| Destination Station | Metro Line | Travel Time Duration | Metro Fare |
| Al Rigga | Red Line | 3 minutes | 3 AED |
| BurJuman | Red Line | 5 minutes | 3 AED |
| City Centre Deira | Red Line | 7 minutes | 3 AED |
| Danube | Red Line | 52 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Expo 2020 | Red Line | 47 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Sobha Realty | Red Line | 35 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Mall of the Emirates | Red Line | 29 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Burj Khalifa/ Dubai Mall | Red Line | 17 minutes | 5 AED |
| Business Bay | Red Line | 19 minutes | 5 AED |
| Financial Centre | Red Line | 15 minutes | 5 AED |
| Emirates Towers | Red Line | 14 minutes | 5 AED |
| Mashreq | Red Line | 33 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Onpassive | Red Line | 25 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Equiti | Red Line | 31 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Jabal Ali | Red Line | 39 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| DMCC | Red Line | 42 minutes | 7.5 AED |
| Al Nahda | Green Line | 14 minutes | 5 AED |
| Stadium | Green Line | 18 minutes | 5 AED |
| Etisalat/E& | Green Line | 22 minutes | 5 AED |
| Al Ras | Green Line | 5 minutes | 3 AED |
| Al Ghubaiba | Green Line | 8 minutes | 3 AED |
| Baniyas Square | Green Line | 2 minutes | 3 AED |
| Dubai Healthcare City | Green Line | 12 minutes | 5 AED |
| Sharaf DG | Green Line | 7 minutes | 3 AED |
| Salah Al Din | Green Line | 5 minutes | 3 AED |
| Gold Souq | Green Line | 6 minutes | 3 AED |
Amenities at Union Metro Station
The Union Metro Station is one of the most crowded stations of Dubai Metro. It provides all the amenities that you expect from a modern Metro Station in present time.
- Vending Machines for Ticket Purchase and Nol Recharge
- Parking Service for Passengers and Non-passengers
- Wheelchair Access in Entrance, Platforms, Toilets and Metro
- Neat & Clean Waiting Areas with Toilets
- Snacks Shops, Cafes and Retail Shopping Stores
- Inquiry Counters and LED Screens for Metro Timing Check
- Lost & Found Service Counter
- Full AC Platforms and Concourses
- 24/7 CCTV Surveillance for Passengers’ Safety
- Bank ATMs for Easy Cash Withdrawal
Attractive Places Near Union Metro Station
There are some attractive places situated nearby Union Metro Station, Dubai. You should check the list of attractive places below and visit them to make your next Dubai trip more enjoyable.
- Al Ghurair Centre
- Union Park Deira
- Dubai Creek
- Dhow Wharfage
- Abra Dubai
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
- Deira Clocktower
- Gold Souq/Souk, Spice Souk and Naif Souk
- Dubai Municipality Museum
Hotels Near Union Metro Station
In order to explore the beauty, architecture and heritage of Dubai, you need to stay there for several days. Here I provide the list of some premium hotels near Union Metro Station for you, check the list and choose the best hotel for your family.
- Le Wana Hotel
- Jonrad Hotel
- Royalton Hotel
- Comfort Inn Hotel Deira
- Raddison Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira
- Panorama Hotel
- Landmark Grand Hotel
Conclusion
The Union Metro Station is a rapid transit hub for local Dubai people as well as tourists. It connects the Red Line and Green Line of Dubai Metro. From Union Metro Station, you can get a Metro to any Metro Station across entire Dubai Metro Network.
I have explained all key information about Union Metro Station, its location, amenities and Dubai Metro Timings from Union Red Line and Union Green Line. For more queries, you can ask in the comment section given below.
FAQs
Where is Union Metro Station in Dubai?
The Union Metro Station is near Union Square in Deira Area of Dubai.
Is Union Metro Station on Red Line or Green Line?
The Union Metro Station is on both the Red Line and the Green Line. It is an interchanging station to help people transfer their Metro Line during the trip.
How do I buy Metro tickets from Union Metro Station?
You can use the Self Service Ticket Vending Machine to buy Metro tickets from Union Metro Station.
