Overview
Line: Yellow Line (Line 4)
Location: Airport Corridor, Educational District
Station Type: Educational Hub Station
Station Function
Educational hub station on the Yellow Line, serving Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), Saudi Arabia's largest women's university.
Geographic Context
Located on the Yellow Line toward the airport section, Princess Nourah University station provides direct metro access to this major educational institution.
University Significance
- PNU: Largest women's university in Saudi Arabia
- Student population: Thousands of female students
- Academic focus: Diverse academic programs and departments
- Educational excellence: Leading research and teaching institution
- Women's education: Central to Saudi Arabia's educational development
Passenger Demographics
- Female students and academic professionals
- Faculty and teaching staff
- Administrative and support personnel
- University visitors and researchers
- Academic event participants
Connectivity & Transfer Options
Primary Line Service
- Yellow Line (Line 4): Airport to downtown connection
Major Interchange Stations
- Transfer options via downtown interchanges including KAFD
Additional Connections
- Bus network integration with campus shuttle services
- Regional access to broader educational network
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 |
| Academic Calendar Effects | Peak traffic during semester (Sept-June), reduced during breaks |
| Peak Academic Hours | 7:00-9:00 AM class arrivals, 3:00-5:00 PM class departures |
Station Features
- Educational institution-focused design
- Climate control throughout
- Information systems (class schedules, campus maps)
- Emergency communication
- Campus connectivity information
- WiFi throughout station
Educational Access Impact
Princess Nourah University metro access democratizes women's education:
- Student Accessibility: Female students can attend university without parental vehicle requirements
- Economic Impact: Transit enables students from lower-income families to access premier education
- Safety: Women's education access through dedicated public transportation
- Campus Circulation: Metro enables students to reach campus efficiently from residential areas
- Sustainability: Reduces vehicle traffic to university while supporting educational mission
Educational Equity Achievement
The Princess Nourah University station represents Saudi Arabia's commitment to women's education equity through public transportation access, enabling female students from all socioeconomic backgrounds to participate in higher education.
Fare Information
- Standard Yellow Line pricing (3-5 SAR typical)
- Pass options available via Nol Card
I'm a student at Princess Nourah University. How is metro commuting?
Yellow Line provides direct campus access. Morning class arrivals (7:00-9:00 AM) show concentrated student traffic with frequent trains (every 3-5 minutes peak hours). Afternoon/early evening class endings (3:00-5:00 PM) show return commute. Summer breaks reduce traffic significantly. Metro enables convenient, safe, and affordable student commuting. Students from across Riyadh can access education without vehicle ownership.
Are campus facilities near the metro station?
Yes. Princess Nourah University station provides direct campus access with information displays showing campus maps and building locations. Campus shuttle services may provide additional internal circulation for students navigating the large university.
Information provided based on Riyadh Metro official sources. Operating schedules and fares subject to change.