Dubai Metro
Dubai Metro Nol Card
Nol card
The Nol card is a contactless smart card used for public transportation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Here’s some information about the Nol card:
- Function: The Nol card serves as an electronic ticketing system for various modes of transportation in Dubai, including the Dubai Metro, buses, trams, and water buses. It allows passengers to conveniently pay for their fares without the need for cash.
- Types of Nol cards: There are different types of Nol cards available to suit different needs:
- Red Ticket: This is a disposable card suitable for short-term or infrequent travelers.
- Blue Card: This is a personalized card that can be registered to an individual and used for regular travel. It can be topped up with credit and reused.
- Gold Card: This is a personalized card with added benefits, such as access to the Gold Class cabins on the Dubai Metro.
- Silver Card: This is a personalized card specifically designed for senior citizens.
- Purchasing and Topping Up: Nol cards can be purchased and topped up at various locations, including ticket offices at metro stations, bus stations, and authorized retail outlets. Topping up can be done with cash or electronically through recharge machines or online portals.
- Usage: When using the Nol card, passengers need to tap the card on the designated card readers when entering and exiting public transportation vehicles. The fare is automatically deducted based on the distance traveled and the mode of transport.
- Benefits: The Nol card offers several benefits to users, including discounted fares for using multiple modes of transport within a specific time frame (e.g., using the metro and bus within 90 minutes) and the convenience of not needing to carry cash for fares.
- Additional Services: Besides transportation, the Nol card can be used for various other services, such as paying for parking fees in Dubai and making purchases at selected retail outlets.
It’s important to note that specific details and features of the Nol card may be subject to change, so it’s advisable to refer to the official sources and websites related to public transportation in Dubai for the most up-to-date information regarding the Nol card.
Al Qusais (Arabic: اﻟﻘﺼﻴﺺ) is a rapid transit station on the Green Line of the Dubai Metro in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, serving the Al Qusais and Al Twar areas in Deira.
The station opened as part of the Green Line on 9 September 2011.
It is close to the Al Salam Community School (ASCS) and the Al Qusais Police Station. The station is also close to a number of bus routes.
| Location | Al Nahda Road Al Qusais, Deira, Dubai United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 25.262625°N 55.387414°E |
| Operated by | Dubai Metro |
| Line(s) | Green Line |
| Platforms | 2 |
| Tracks | 2 |
| Other information | |
| Station code | 12 |
| Fare zone | 5 |
| History | |
| Opened | September 9, 2011 |
| Services | |
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Al Ghubaiba (Arabic: الغبيبة, Arabic pronunciation: [al ɣʊ ˈbej ba]) is a rapid transit station on the Green Line of the Dubai Metro in Dubai, UAE.
The station opened as part of the Green Line on 9 September 2011.
Location
The station is located in Al Shindagha, Bur Dubai, traditionally the historic centre of Dubai. It is near the junction of 51 Road & Al Ghubaiba Road, with a number of entrances/exits.
It is close to Al Ghubaiba Bus Station (which has intercity services including to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah) and City Centre Al Shindagha, as well as Dubai Creek. It is also close to several bus services.
| Platform | Line | Destination |
|---|---|---|
| Al Fahidi platform | ■Green Line (Up) | For Union, Stadium, Etisalat |
| Oud Metha platform | ■Green Line (Down) | For BurJuman, Dubai Healthcare City, Creek |
| Location | 51 Road & Al Ghubaiba Road Al Shindagha, Bur Dubai, Dubai UAE |
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Sharaf DG (Arabic: شرف دي جي, Arabic pronunciation: [shrf di’ji]; formerly Al Fahidi) is a rapid transit station on the Green Line of the Dubai Metro in Dubai, UAE.
Location
Located at the edge of the historic core of Dubai, Sharaf DG station lies underneath the intersection of Khalid bin Waleed Road and Al Mankhool Road. Nearby attractions include the Grand Mosque, the Dubai Museum, and numerous hotels. It is also close to Al Seef (with a Marina Transport Station on Dubai Creek), the Old Textile Souk, and the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding.
History
Sharaf DG station was renamed from Al Fahidi on 24 November 2020. Mashreq station was formerly called Sharaf DG until 18 May 2020.
Sharaf DG station opened along with the initial stretch of the Green Line on 9 September 2011, with trains running from Creek to Etisalat. In December 2012, the RTA announced that Al Fahidi saw the highest ridership of all Green Line stations since opening in 2011, with 5.232 million passengers.
As with other stations in Dubai’s historic centre, Sharaf DG is an underground station, with tracks and platforms situated below Kalid bin Waleed Road. There are two side platforms and two tracks, with access to the station from all four corners of Khalid bin Waleed Road’s intersection with Al Mankhool Road. Sharaf DG’s colour scheme is characterised by the use of bright red tiles, symbolising the element of fire; other Dubai Metro stations take inspiration from fire as well as air, water and earth.
| Platform | Line | Destination |
|---|---|---|
| Platform 1 | ■Green Line (Up) | For Union, Stadium, Etisalat |
| Platform 2 | ■Green Line (Down) | For BurJuman, Dubai Healthcare City, Creek |
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