Overview
Line: Yellow Line (Line 4)
Location: Airport to Downtown Corridor, Major Transportation Hub
Station Type: Major Transportation Coordination Hub
Station Function
Major transportation coordination hub on the Yellow Line, serving intercity bus services and providing multi-modal transportation integration.
Geographic Context
Located on the Yellow Line connecting the airport to downtown, Transportation Center serves as a critical interchange point between metro, bus, and intercity transportation services.
Transportation Hub Characteristics
- Intercity Bus Services: Connection to long-distance bus routes
- Regional Connectivity: Serves buses to other Saudi regions
- Metro Integration: Seamless transfer between metro and bus
- Information Services: Comprehensive transportation coordination information
Passenger Demographics
- Intercity bus travelers
- Regional commuters
- Leisure and holiday travelers
- Business travelers
- Transportation transfer passengers
Connectivity & Transfer Options
Primary Line Service
- Yellow Line (Line 4): Direct airport access and downtown connection
Transfer Connections
- Bus Network: Integration with intercity and regional bus services
- Metro Network: Transfer to all other metro lines via downtown interchanges
Additional Connections
- Parking facilities supporting multi-modal transportation
Operational Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Operating Hours | 6:00 AM - Midnight daily (metro), extended hours for bus services |
| Peak Hours Service | Every 3-5 minutes (metro) |
| Off-Peak Service | Every 5-7 minutes (metro) |
| Station Type | Major transportation interchange |
| Accessibility | Full accessibility compliance |
Station Features
- Integrated terminal design for efficient transfers
- Real-time information for metro and bus services
- Dedicated transfer corridors
- Comprehensive facilities (shops, dining, restrooms)
- Information desks
- Luggage handling services
- Emergency communication
- WiFi throughout terminal
Multi-Modal Transportation Vision
Transportation Center exemplifies Saudi Arabia's integrated transportation strategy:
- First-Mile/Last-Mile: Bus access to metro, metro access to intercity services
- Cost Efficiency: Combined transit reducing overall transportation costs
- Convenience: Single hub for multiple transportation modes
- Accessibility: Enabling travelers without personal vehicles
Fare Information
- Standard Yellow Line pricing (3-5 SAR typical for metro)
- Separate bus ticketing for intercity services
- Nol Card accepted for metro
I want to take an intercity bus. How do I use the metro to get to Transportation Center?
Take Yellow Line or transfer via downtown to Yellow Line toward Transportation Center. The station provides direct connection to intercity bus services. Plan arrival at the hub based on your specific bus departure time (typically 30-60 minutes before departure for check-in). The metro provides efficient, climate-controlled access without vehicle parking requirements.
Can I access the airport from Transportation Center?
Yes. The Yellow Line provides direct service to King Khalid International Airport. Journey time typically ranges from 20-30 minutes depending on terminal location.
Information provided based on Riyadh Metro official sources. Operating schedules and fares subject to change.