Overview
Line: Purple Line (Line 6) - Eastern Terminus
Location: Abdulrahman Bin Awf Road, Eastern Riyadh
Station Type: Major Interchange Terminal Station
Station Function
Eastern terminus of the Purple Line, serving residential areas and providing critical interchange connection to the Orange Line.
Geographic Context
Located at the eastern end of Purple Line's Abdulrahman Bin Awf Road corridor, An Naseem represents a major interchange hub connecting two major metro lines while serving surrounding residential neighborhoods in eastern Riyadh.
Key Interchange Hub Features
- Purple to Orange Transfer: Primary connection between Purple Line (east-west on Abdulrahman Bin Awf Road) and Orange Line (east-west on Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Road)
- Regional Access: Enables passengers from eastern residential areas to access Orange Line's comprehensive east-west network
- Terminal Facilities: Dedicated park-and-ride parking, bus rapid transit connections, retail services
Passenger Demographics
- Residential commuters from eastern neighborhoods
- Transfer passengers between Purple and Orange lines
- Shopping and entertainment visitors
- Business and office employees
- Family leisure travelers
Connectivity & Transfer Options
Primary Line Service
- Purple Line: Westbound toward KAFD (connects to Blue and Yellow lines)
- Orange Line: Comprehensive east-west access from Jeddah Road (west) to Khashm Al-An (east)
Additional Connections
- Bus Network: Integration with Bus Rapid Transit and community shuttle routes
- Major Interchanges: KAFD (connecting to Blue and Yellow lines)
Operational Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Operating Hours | 6:00 AM - Midnight daily |
| Peak Hours Service | Every 3-5 minutes (7:00-9:00 AM, 4:00-6:00 PM) |
| Off-Peak Service | Every 5-7 minutes |
| Train Composition | 2-4 car fully automated driverless trains |
| Station Type | Terminal interchange station with comprehensive facilities |
Station Features
- Modern terminal design with elevated platforms
- Real-time schedule displays for both lines
- Dedicated transfer corridors between line platforms
- Extensive parking supporting park-and-ride usage
- Bus rapid transit connections
- Retail shops, food services, currency exchange
- Emergency communication systems
- WiFi throughout terminal
Peak Hour Operations
An Naseem experiences dual-peak behavior as both terminal and interchange:
- Morning (7:00-9:00 AM): Concentrated residential commuters traveling westbound to downtown/employment via Orange Line, or transferring to Purple Line for further west/downtown access
- Evening (4:00-6:00 PM): Reverse commute with workers returning from downtown to eastern neighborhoods
I live in eastern residential areas and work downtown. How do I use the metro?
From An Naseem, you have options. Take Orange Line westbound directly toward downtown/Qasr Al-Hokm interchange (approximately 20-30 minutes), or transfer to Purple Line westbound to reach KAFD interchange (connects to Blue and Yellow lines for downtown access). Both routes provide downtown connectivity with frequent trains (every 3-5 minutes peak hours).
Is An Naseem convenient for shopping and entertainment access?
Yes. An Naseem provides excellent access to downtown shopping districts via both Orange and Purple lines. Take Orange Line toward downtown shopping centers, or transfer to Purple for KAFD/downtown connections. The interchange hub also features retail and dining options at the terminal itself.
Information provided based on Riyadh Metro official sources. Operating schedules and fares subject to change.