Doha Metro Details, Maps, Timings, Stations, and Fare

The Doha metro project is one of the most modern, seamless, and efficient transit systems. It facilitates the residents of Qatar and tourists with friendly fares and safety. This 75 KM automated and driverless underground railway system covers 37 stations across 3 lines.

Doha Metro is an integral part of Qatar 2030 Vision was opened in 2019, designed to solve traffic congestion, and a low dioxide environment, to provide a modern and state-of-the-art transport system to ease the life of residents and tourists, and to improve tourism.

Doha Metro has served millions of passengers during big global events like the FIFA World Cup 2022 and Asia Cup Qatar 2023, which brings it to the list of the world’s finest and safest metro systems in the world.

In this blog post, we will discuss all essential information related to Doha Metro timings, maps, station connections, and fare structure. Let’s explore the world of Doha Metro and discover how it can make the lives of Qatar residents and tourists easier and more comfortable.

Doha Metro Timings

Here is the updated Doha Metro timings from Saturday to Friday.

DayOperating Hours
Saturday5:30 AM to 11:59 PM
Sunday5:30 AM to 11:59 PM
Monday5:30 AM to 11:59 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 11:59 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 11:59 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 1:00 AM midnight
Friday2 pm to 1:00 AM midnight

Doha Metro Network

Doha Metro Network is distributed in 3 lines (Red, Green, and Golden) that connect different parts of Doha with 37 Metro stations. Here, we will see what parts of Doha City are connected with these lines.

Red Line (Coast Line)

This 40 KM red line metro route covers 18 Doha Metro stations from Lusail north to Al Wakra south. It has 2 interchanges, one at Al Bidda with a green line and another at Msheireb with a golden line that connects all three lines.

It covers the following stations:

S.NoStation NameStation Information
1LusailQatar University Tram connection
2Qatar UniversityServes Qatar University
3LegtaifiyaViva Bahriya
4KataraCultural district access point
5Al QassarQatar’s eastern coast
6DECCConnects to Doha Exhibition and Convention Center
7West BayBusiness district access point
8CornicheWaterfront promenade access
9Al BiddaSouq Waqif and Msheireb Museums nearby
10MsheirebInterchanges with Gold and Green Lines
11Al Doha Al Jadeda69 B Ring Rd
12Umm GhuwailinaExit 1 Umm Ghuwailina
13Al Matar Al QadeemAl Hilal and New Slata
14Oqba Ibn NafieOqba Ibn Nafie Street
15Hamad International Airport Terminal 1Hamad International Airport Terminal 1
16Free ZoneBarwa City and Religious Complex
17Ras Bu FontasBarwa Village
18Al WakraSouq Al Wakra

Travel Time: The total Doha Metro travelling time from Lusail QNB station to Al Wakra station is at least 44 minutes, while from Lusail to Hamad International Airport is at least 42 minutes.

Station NameFirst Train (Sat-Wed)Last Train (Sat-Wed)First Train (Thu)Last Train (Thu)First Train (Fri)Last Train (Fri)
Al Qassar5:30 AM11:59 PM5:30 AM1:00 AM2:00 PM1:00 AM
DECC5:32 AM11:59 PM5:32 AM1:00 AM2:03 PM1:00 AM
QIC West Bay5:35 AM11:59 PM5:35 AM1:00 AM2:05 PM1:00 AM
Corniche5:37 AM11:59 PM5:37 AM1:00 AM2:07 PM1:00 AM
Al Bidda5:40 AM11:59 PM5:40 AM1:00 AM2:10 PM1:00 AM
Lusail Service Hour

Green Line (Education Line)

It started from Al Riffa and ended up at Al Mansoura covering the distance of 22 KM and 11 Metro stations.

Green line track covers the following stations:

S.NoStation NameDescription
1Al Riffanear the Mall of Qatar
2Education CityServes the educational district
3Qatar National LibraryClose to the Al Shaqab equestrian centre
4Al ShaqabClose to the Al Shaqab equestrian center
5Al Rayyan Al QadeemHistoric area
6Al MessilaResidential area with nearby parks and amenities.
7Hamad HospitalNear Hamad Medical Corporation
8The White PalaceClose to government buildings and administrative offices.
9Al BiddaConnects to Al Bidda Park and recreational areas.
10MsheirebCentral interchange station, connecting with the Red and Gold Lines.
11Al MansouraProvides access to the National Library, a major cultural landmark.

Travel Time: It takes at least 31 minutes from Al Riffa to Al Mansoura, Msheireb to Al Mansoura is only 3 minutes, while it takes at least 28 minutes to reach Al Riffa Mall of Qatar.

It was open in December 2019.

Station NameFirst Train (Sat-Wed)Last Train (Sat-Wed)First Train (Thu)Last Train (Thu)First Train (Fri)Last Train (Fri)
Al Mansoura5:36 AM11:59 PM5:36 AM1:00 AM2:06 PM1:00 AM
Msheireb5:38 AM11:59 PM5:38 AM1:00 AM2:08 PM1:00 AM
Al Bidda5:40 AM11:59 PM5:40 AM1:00 AM2:10 PM1:00 AM
Hamad Hospital5:42 AM11:59 PM5:42 AM1:00 AM2:12 PM1:00 AM
Al Messila5:44 AM11:59 PM5:44 AM1:00 AM2:14 PM1:00 AM
AlRiffa ServiceHours

Golden Line (Historical Line)

This line covers the area of 14 KM and 11 Doha metro stops from West to East starting from  Al Aziziyah to Ras Bu Abboud. 

It includes the following stations: 

S.NoStation NameDescription
1Ras Bu AbboudBeaches and scenic views
2National MuseumQatari history, culture, and heritage
3Souq WaqifTraditional marketplace 
4MsheirebInterchange station, connecting with the Red and Gold Lines.
5Bin MahmoudResidential and commercial area
6Al SaddSports and leisure district 
7JoaanNear Aspire Zone
8Al SudanResidential area with schools, parks, and community facilities.
9Al WaabSuburban area with villas, schools, and shopping centres.
10Sport CityArea with sports facilities
11Al AziziyaResidential area

Doha Metro Travel Time:  It takes at least 24 minutes from Al Aziziyah to Ras Bu Abboud. Msheireb to Al Aziziyah takes at least 17 minutes, while it takes at least 7 minutes to reach Ras Bu Abboud.

Station NameFirst Train (Sat-Wed)Last Train (Sat-Wed)First Train (Thu)Last Train (Thu)First Train (Fri)Last Train (Fri)
Ras Bu Abboud5:31 AM11:59 PM5:31 AM1:00 AM2:01 PM1:00 AM
National Museum5:33 AM11:59 PM5:33 AM1:00 AM2:03 PM1:00 AM
Souq Waqif5:35 AM11:59 PM5:35 AM1:00 AM2:05 PM1:00 AM
Msheireb5:38 AM11:59 PM5:38 AM1:00 AM2:08 PM1:00 AM
Al Sadd5:41 AM11:59 PM5:41 AM1:00 AM2:11 PM1:00 AM
Al AziziyahServiceHours

Blue Line

The Blue Line is a 17.5 km construction project of Doha Metro and includes a further 60 stations and will be completed by 2026. It covers the area from Hamad International Airport Terminal 2 to West Bay.

Doha Metro Map

Doha Metro Map

Distance Covers Between the Doha Metro Stations

The metro comes every 5 to 6 mins and the average distance time between the stations is 3 to 4 mins or can vary.

During rush hours, the metro can be caught from another station by walk is efficient and convenient. This map shows the timings of walking distance between different Doha metro stops.

Sattion map

Doha Metro Travel Cards and Fares

Doha Metro tickets are categorized into two classes Standard (Including Family Class) and Golden Club.

Standard (Including Family Class)

In this category the fares are less as compared to Golden Club, the one-time use ticket price is QR 2 and for multiple use (for one day only) is QR 6. 

Family Class Card

Golden Club

The ticket price for one-time use is QR 10 and for multiple use is QR 30.

Golden Club
ClassTicket TypePrice (QR)Card Price    QR
Standard (Including Family Class)One Time Use210
Multiple Use (One Day)6
Golden ClubOne Time Use10100
Multiple Use (One Day)30

Note: There is no limitation on the use of these rechargeable cards and can be used at any time during metro operating hours.

There is no age limit to travel on Doha Metro, the fare price is the same for kids as for adults from 5 years and above age and requires a travel card.

These cards are also valid for Lusail Tram which is also a part of Doha Metro. As Lusail Tram does not have Gold Class Gold Club members can use the standard Class.

30 days Travel Card

Doha Metro and Lusail Tram have introduced a 30-day that allows consecutive 30-day unlimited travel at a price of QR120.  

What is the Difference Between Doha Metro Travel Cards?

The travel cards are categorized according to carriages. There are three types of carriages in the Doha metro standard, family, and gold. The travel card price is the same for standard and family carriages and standard travel cardholders are not allowed to travel in gold ones.

The family carriage allows females or family only, lone male is not allowed to travel in this carriage. 

Where to Buy Doha Metro Travel Cards?

The standard card can be purchased from the Station Travel card vending machine or licensed retailers: Al Meera, Carrefour, Family Food Centre, Jumbo Electronics, and Lulu Hypermarket.

Gold Club card can be purchased from Golden Club offices at any Doha Metro Station. Travel cards can also be purchased from Talabat Mart, and they are delivered to your doorstep. 

How to Recharge Doha Metro Travel Cards?

The Doha Metro Travel Cards can be topped up from metro station vending machines, online through the Qatar Railways website, or by using the mobile app free Qatar Rail app from Google Play Store.

Update: Register Your Travel

Register your travel card on qr.com.qa or the Qatar Rail App to receive 5 free journeys, which will be added to your balance by the end of the promotion. This offer is valid from 9 July to 8 September 2024.

  • If you already have a username, please log in to your account and then register your travel card.
  • If you do not have a username, create one, log in, and then register your travel card.
Register your travel

Gold Club cardholders can recharge their card from Goldenclub offices. 

Note: Rechargeable travel cards are valid for 5 years. There are 90 minutes to travel without tapping the card after the first tap. During these 90 minutes, passengers are allowed to change stations and trains, after this duration the new ticket will be charged.

Doha Metro Free Shuttle Service

The government of Qatar is providing a free shuttle service to all passengers to make the Doha Metro project accessible to everyone. There are types of shuttle services offered by Metrolink and Metro Express.

Metrolink Service

Metrolink is a feeder bus network providing first and last-mile connectivity to Qatar Rail customers within 2 to 5 kilometres of the Doha Metro stations. It covers 60 routes around the metro stations.

Price and Use: 

It is a free-of-cost service. It can be used by downloading a Karwa Smart Card on a mobile phone and getting a QR Code (available on the Karwa Journey Planner App) or using Doha Metro & Lusail Tram Travel Cards (standard and gold club cards). 

Tap in and out the QR code or cards when using this bus service. By using these Metrolink service options, no charge will be imposed.

Metro Express Service

The metro express is a ride-sharing feeder service provided to the passengers in the zone of the metro, exclusively for registered tram and metro (standard and gold club) passengers.

If a passenger is not on the route of Metrolink, can use the services of Metro Express. It is a private branded vehicle service that can accommodate 7 passengers. It is more convenient and comfortable as compared to buses. Customers can request metro express on-demand using service Karwa Taxi App (download Google Play Store or App Store)

The metro express now serves ten metro stations (6 on the Red Line, 2 on the Green Line, and 2 on Gold Line) and seven Lusail tram stations.

Wi-Fi service

Wi-Fi service is also provided at Metro stations and trains. Passengers can purchase a subscription plan for a week or a month under ‘Add-Ons’ on the easy-to-use Metro Wi-Fi screens. After purchasing the plan Wi-Fi is automatically connected with Qatar Rail’s whenever near to any metro station.  

Qatar Rail provides a 30-minute free Wi-Fi to every passenger and a fee will be charged for using additional minutes.

Doha Metro Stations Facilities

  • Each Doha metro station contains a police booth, gold club office, customer care station, separate prayer areas for males and females, and restrooms for people with disabilities.
  • Security cameras are installed everywhere in the Metro zone.
  • Each station has a first-aid room

Doha Metro Contact Information

(inside Qatar) : 105

(outside Qatar) : +974 4144 3211

Hours of Operation: 24/7

(Local standard charges apply)

Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQs)

  1. What is the maximum travel time allowed on a single ticket?

     After tapping in, passengers have a maximum travel time of 90 minutes. The charges will be imposed after exceeding the travel time limit.

  2. Do Doha Metro stations provide facilities to people with disabilities?

    Yes, Doha Metro provides all necessary facilities to people with disabilities including ramps, designated seats, and elevators.  

  3. How can Doha Metro Travel cards be topped up?

    Travel cards can be recharged at any metro station’s vending machine, through the Qatar Rail website, or by using the Qatar Rail free mobile app.

  4. How many carriages are there in Doha Metro?

    There are three types of carriages in Doha Metro, standard, Family, and Golden.
    Anyone can travel in standard class, a lone female or families can travel in a family carriage where a lone male passenger is not allowed.

  5. What are the prices of Doha Metro tickets?

    Doha Metro tickets are categorized into two classes Standard (Including Family Class) and Golden Club.
     
    Standard (Including Family Class): in this category, the fares are less as compared to the golden one-time use ticket price is QR 2, and for multiple use (for one day only) is QR 6. 
     
    Golden Club: The ticket price for one-time use is QR 10 and for multiple use is QR 30.

  6. How to buy Doha Metro Tickets?

    Doha metro tickets for standard card can be purchased from vending machines installed at every metro station or can be purchased from licensed retailers. 
    Golden Club card can be purchased from the Golden Club office at any metro station.
    Travel cards can also be purchased from Talabat Mart, and they are delivered to your doorstep. 

  7. what is the price of kids’ ticket?

    Kids below 5 years of age do not require any ticket. The price of the ticket is the same for kids aged 5 years and above, same as adults.

  8. What are the operating hours of the Doha Metro?

    Saturday – Wednesday: 6 am to 11 pm 
    Thursday: 6 am to 12 midnight 
    Friday: 2 pm to 12 midnight

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