How to Use the Riyadh Bus Network: Routes, Maps, and BRT Guide
From high-speed BRT lanes to local community routes like 7, 8, and 9, explore how the Riyadh Bus Network connects the capital with 80+ routes and links to the Metro.
Riyadh Bus is the city's public bus network, run as part of the Riyadh public transport project alongside the Riyadh Metro. One ticket covers both: SAR 4 for 2 hours of bus and Metro travel. For route maps you can save, see Riyadh downloads; for live times and every route, use the darb app.
The network in numbers
By December 2025 the network had 91 routes covering more than 1,900 km, with 842 buses and more than 2,950 stops (Cairoscene). The first phase opened in March 2023 and routes were added in stages (Wikipedia).
Three kinds of route
The network was planned with three kinds of route (Wikipedia):
- Bus Rapid Transit (BRT): three routes on dedicated bus lanes along main roads.
- Community lines: about 19 routes linking districts with the city centre and main hubs.
- Feeder lines: about 58 short routes linking neighbourhoods with Metro and BRT stations.
Al Batha bus routes
Al Batha, in the old centre, is where several long-standing routes start, and it has a station on the Metro Blue Line. These are the routes from Al Batha in our data:
| Route | Runs | Hours in our data |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Al Batha, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, King Khalid Grand Mosque, King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital, King Khalid University Hospital | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| 8 | Al Batha, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, King Faisal Specialist Hospital, KAFD | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| 9 | Public Transportation Center, Al Batha, Faisaliyah Tower, Kingdom Tower, North Vegetable Markets | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| 10 | Al Batha, King Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, Riyadh Zoo, Ministry of the National Guard, Al Rawdah | 6 AM to 10 PM |
We also list routes 16 and 17. Our Riyadh bus data covers only a few routes so far; use the Darb app for the full network.
Tickets
| Ticket | Price (SAR) |
|---|---|
| 2 hours (bus and Metro, including changes) | 4 |
| 3-day pass | 20 |
| 7-day pass | 40 |
| 30-day pass | 140 |
Buy tickets in the Darb app or at Metro station ticket machines, and see the fare calculator to find the cheapest option.
How to ride
- Plan in the Darb app: it shows routes, the nearest stops and live buses. You can also use bus stops near me.
- Board and tap or scan: tap your Darb card or scan your app ticket when you board.
- Change for free: within your 2-hour ticket, changing to another bus or the Metro costs nothing extra.
Hours
Hours vary by route. Most run from early morning until late evening; check the Darb app for the first and last bus on your route, especially on Fridays and in Ramadan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the bus ticket the same as the Metro ticket?
Yes. The SAR 4 2-hour ticket and the passes cover both the bus and the Metro.
Can I pay cash on the bus?
Use a Darb card or the Darb app. Buy or top up at Metro station ticket machines.
Which bus goes to Al Batha?
Routes 7, 8, 10, 16 and 17 start at Al Batha, and route 9 passes through it. The Blue Line also stops at Al Batha station.
Where does route 9 go?
From the Public Transportation Center through Al Batha, past Faisaliyah and Kingdom Tower, to the North Vegetable Markets.
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