Industrial City
Industrial City represents Riyadh's major manufacturing and industrial operations zone, hosting factories, warehouses, and industrial facilities providing significant employment. The bus stop serves thousands of industrial workers commuting to employment in manufacturing and logistics operations.
Industrial Operations Significance
Industrial City hosts hundreds of manufacturing facilities, assembly plants, warehouses, and industrial operations providing employment for thousands of blue-collar workers. The zone represents critical economic activity supporting Riyadh's industrial production and employment.
Passenger Demographics & Traffic Patterns
Industrial Workers
Primary demographic—factory workers, machinery operators, assembly line workers, warehouse staff. Heavy morning arrivals (5:30-8:00 AM) as shift workers head to industrial operations. Evening departures (4:00-6:30 PM) show reverse pattern.
Shift Workers
Multiple shift patterns create varied commute times—night shift returns (4:00-7:00 AM), day shift arrivals (5:30-7:30 AM), afternoon shifts (2:00-4:00 PM), evening shifts (4:00-6:00 PM).
Logistics Professionals
Truck drivers, warehouse coordinators, supply chain professionals.
Maintenance & Support
Equipment maintenance, security, and facility support personnel.
Bus Route Details
Route 16
Connects Al Batha to Industrial City via southern corridor.
- Frequency: Every 10 minutes weekdays, every 14 minutes Friday
- Major Stops: Al Batha → Riyadh Water Tower → Al-Kharj → Yamama Saudi Cement Factory → Convalescent Hospital → Saudi Cables → Industrial City
- Journey Time: From Al Batha to Industrial City approximately 35-45 minutes
Economic Opportunity & Transit Equity
Bus connectivity to Industrial City represents critical employment opportunity access for workers without personal vehicles. The industrial sector provides livelihoods for thousands dependent on reliable affordable transit. Bus service democratizes participation in industrial employment regardless of vehicle ownership.
Industrial Employment Conditions
Morning shift workers heading to Industrial City experience crowded buses during peak times (5:30-7:30 AM) as thousands commute simultaneously. However, frequent service accommodates volumes. The 35-45 minute commute is substantial but manageable and reliable for consistent employment.