Overview
Line: Blue Line (Line 1)
Location: Olaya Street, Central Commercial District
Station Type: Central Downtown Commercial District Station
Station Function
Central downtown commercial district station serving Riyadh's major commercial thoroughfare.
Geographic Context
Located in central Riyadh along Olaya Street, a major commercial and business corridor, this station provides access to Riyadh's primary shopping and business district.
Commercial District Significance
- Olaya Street: Riyadh's major commercial thoroughfare
- Retail shopping: Multiple shopping centers and stores
- Office buildings: Corporate headquarters and business centers
- Dining & entertainment: Restaurants, cafes, entertainment venues
- Financial services: Banks and financial institutions
Passenger Demographics
- Shopping-focused families and individuals
- Business professionals and office workers
- Retail employees
- Dining and entertainment visitors
- Commercial district workers
Connectivity & Transfer Options
Primary Line Service
- Blue Line (Line 1): North-south access to SABB and southern areas
Major Interchange Stations
Additional Connections
- Bus network integration with commercial district buses
- Business services: Access to office buildings and corporate centers
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 |
| Peak Shopping Hours | Afternoon (2:00-6:00 PM), weekend evenings (6:00-9:00 PM) |
| Peak Business Hours | 7:00-9:00 AM, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM, 3:00-5:00 PM |
Station Features
- Commercial district design
- Climate control throughout
- Information systems with real-time schedules
- Emergency communication
- Retail access and dining options
- Business services information
Commercial District Impact
Olaya metro access supports Riyadh's commercial operations:
- Shopping Accessibility: Families can access retail without vehicles
- Business Efficiency: Professionals commute to commercial district without parking hassles
- Commercial Congestion Reduction: Metro reduces traffic on major commercial thoroughfare
- Retail Support: Enables customer access through sustainable transportation
Fare Information
- Standard Blue Line pricing (3-5 SAR typical)
- Pass options available via Nol Card
I want to go shopping on Olaya Street. How do I get there by metro?
Take Blue Line to Olaya/downtown stations providing access to Olaya Street commercial district. Journey times vary by origin (typically 10-20 minutes from northern or southern areas). Afternoon shopping (2:00-6:00 PM) and weekend evening leisure (Thursday-Saturday 6:00-9:00 PM) show peak shopping traffic. Metro enables family shopping without vehicle parking requirements or costs.
What businesses and services are on Olaya Street?
Olaya Street features Riyadh's premier commercial district with multiple shopping centers, corporate headquarters, banking and financial institutions, diverse dining options, and entertainment venues.
Information provided based on Riyadh Metro official sources. Operating schedules and fares subject to change.