ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
RIYADH’ S NEW METRO TRANSFORMS URBAN MOBILITY
ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS
The world’ s longest driverless transit system, the Riyadh Metro network spans over 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations. With a capacity of 3.6 million daily passengers, Riyadh Metro will reduce the number of car journeys throughout the city and encourage the use of sustainable modes of transport. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station serves as the key interchange on the network.
The Riyadh Metro network, set to commence passenger operations on Sunday, December 1st, 2024 with the opening of its Blue, Yellow, and Purple lines( Lines 1, 4 and 6), will alleviate traffic congestion, shorten travel times, and improve the quality of life for Riyadh’ s growing population. As the world’ s longest driverless transit system, the transformative network spans over 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations, connecting key districts, business centers, and cultural landmarks in Saudi Arabia’ s capital city. An automated rapid transport system planned by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City( RCRC), Riyadh Metro will meet the needs of residents and visitors alike. With a capacity of 3.6 million daily passengers, the network will reduce the number of car journeys throughout the city and encourage the use of sustainable modes of transport.
The King Abdullah Financial District( KAFD) Metro Station, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects( ZHA), serves as the key interchange on the new network, connecting the KAFD terminus, King Khalid
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