Metro Expansion Continues: New Station Opens on Riyadh’s Orange Line

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s capital continues to advance its public transportation infrastructure with the addition of a new station to the Orange Line of the Riyadh Metro, the country’s largest urban transit system.

The Public Transport Authority announced the opening of Hassan bin Thabet Street Station on Thursday, marking another step forward in Riyadh’s efforts to modernize its mobility network and enhance citywide connectivity for residents and visitors alike.

The Orange Line — also known as Line 3 — stretches 41 kilometers, running from Jeddah Road in the west to the Second Eastern Ring Road near Khashm Al Aan in the east. Serving as a crucial east-west corridor, the line is one of six major lines that make up the Riyadh Metro system.

The new station is expected to improve accessibility in the surrounding areas and help reduce traffic congestion by encouraging greater use of public transit.

Part of a Larger Urban Vision

The Riyadh Metro, a key pillar of the capital’s urban transformation agenda, spans 176 kilometers and features 85 stations, including eight major transfer hubs that interconnect different metro lines. The network is designed to reduce travel time, ease road congestion, and provide a sustainable alternative to private vehicle use.

Thursday’s opening follows the April 2025 launch of two other Orange Line stations — Railway Station and Jarir District Station — by the Riyadh Public Transport Company. Officials report that these earlier additions have already helped smooth commuter flows in densely populated areas.

The continued expansion of the Riyadh Metro underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to building a modern, efficient, and environmentally conscious transportation system in line with Vision 2030.