Overview
Line: Green Line (Line 5)
Location: King Abdulaziz Road, Government District
Station Type: Government Administrative Access Station
Station Function
Government administrative access station on the Green Line, serving the Ministry of Defense headquarters.
Geographic Context
Located on the Green Line's King Abdulaziz Road corridor, Ministry of Defense provides metro access to this major government department.
Government Facility Significance
- Ministry of Defense Headquarters – Saudi Arabia's defense establishment
- Government employment: Thousands of civil and military employees
- Administrative operations: Central coordination center for defense operations
- Official business: Citizens conducting government business
Passenger Demographics
- Ministry employees and civil servants
- Military and defense personnel
- Government business visitors
- Administrative professionals
Connectivity & Transfer Options
Primary Line Service
- Green Line (Line 5): King Abdulaziz Road educational/government corridor
Major Interchange Stations
- Downtown Access: Connection to National Museum station (Blue Line transfer)
Additional Connections
- Bus network integration with regional transportation
Operational Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Operating Hours | 6:00 AM - Midnight daily |
| Peak Hours Service | Every 3-5 minutes |
| Off-Peak Service | Every 5-7 minutes |
| Government Work Hours Peak | 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Saudi government schedule) |
Station Features
- Professional facility design
- Security coordination with government facility
- Climate control throughout
- Accessibility features
- Information systems with real-time schedules
- Emergency communication
Government Employee Accessibility
Metro access to Ministry of Defense enables defense sector employees to commute reliably without personal vehicles, reducing congestion while supporting government operations.
Fare Information
- Standard Green Line pricing (3-5 SAR typical)
- Pass options available via Nol Card
I work at the Ministry of Defense. How is metro commuting?
Green Line provides direct access to the Ministry. Morning arrivals (7:00-8:00 AM) show concentrated government employee traffic. Standard government hours (7:30 AM - 2:30 PM with prayer breaks) create predictable commuting patterns. Frequent trains (every 3-5 minutes peak) ensure reliable arrival for work schedule.
How do I access other government buildings from Ministry of Defense station?
The Green Line provides access to various government buildings along the King Abdulaziz Road corridor. Transfer at National Museum station for connections to other parts of the city via the Blue Line.
Information provided based on Riyadh Metro official sources. Operating schedules and fares subject to change.