Anyone who has changed trains at BurJuman knows the small moment of doubt that arrives right after you tap through the gates. The concourse is huge, the signs point three different ways, and the exit you choose decides whether you land beside an office block on the road side or have to walk back underground to reach the shopping centre. This guide is about one of those choices: Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2. You will find where it opens, how to reach it from the platforms, what the ride costs, when the trains run and what is worth visiting once you are back at street level.
A quick note before we start. Exit numbers at large interchange stations get muddled online, and BurJuman is a good example. Where sources disagree, I have said so plainly instead of guessing, and I have pointed you to the official transport authority for anything that can change.
Quick Facts About Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2
| Detail | What you need to know |
| Station | BurJuman, station code R19 on the Red Line and G26 on the Green Line |
| Area | Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Where Exit 2 points | Toward the Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road side and the Karama direction, according to local guides |
| Exit for the mall | Exit 3, according to the Wikipedia station page) |
| Interchange | Yes. Passengers switch between the Red and Green Lines inside the station |
| Payment | Nol card or a Nol-compatible ticket at the gates |
| Operator | Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) |
Where Is Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2?
BurJuman station sits in Bur Dubai, directly below the BurJuman shopping centre that gives the station its name. It opened in 2009 as Khalid Bin Al Waleed station and was renamed after the mall in November 2012, and it is one of only three interchange stations on the whole network. That history explains a lot. A station built to move two lines of passengers through one underground box was always going to have a big concourse and several exits.
Exit 2 leads out to the Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road side, the direction that most people heading to Karama take. Around it you find offices, banks, exchange houses, small restaurants and the kind of street activity that makes Bur Dubai feel lived in rather than staged for visitors. If you work nearby or you are coming here to sort out paperwork, this is usually the more practical way out.
Now the honest part. The exit numbers are where online guides start contradicting each other. The Wikipedia entry places the shopping centre outside Exit 3, and at least one local guide says the same, warning that people who leave by Exit 2 expecting the mall end up backtracking for ten minutes or more. Other pages claim Exit 2 goes straight into the mall. When you are standing in the concourse, trust the overhead signs and the map on your phone over any written description, mine included.
Address to Use for Meetings and Pickups
| Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2 Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Nearest landmark: BurJuman shopping centre (station sits underneath it) |
Map apps list a few slightly different street numbers for the exits, so drop a pin instead of typing an address when you are meeting someone. A pin cannot be misread, and it saves the classic phone call that begins with the words, which exit are you at.
How to Reach Exit 2 From the Platforms
The layout is the part that trips people up, so here is the routine that works for most passengers.
- Step off the train and look up. Exit numbers are displayed on the overhead signs, in English and Arabic.
- If you arrived on one line and want the other, follow the interchange signs first. You change lines inside the paid area, so there is no need to leave and tap in again.
- Head for the concourse, then read the exit numbers again before you climb any stairs or step onto an escalator. Once you are on the way up, turning around costs time.
- Tap out with the same Nol card you used to tap in, then follow the exit signs to the street.
Give yourself a few extra minutes the first time. The station is among the largest on the network, and walking from a platform to a specific exit takes longer here than at a simple single-line stop. Lifts and escalators are standard across the metro, so luggage and pushchairs are not a problem, though the walking distance inside can feel long with heavy bags.
Simplified diagram of the BurJuman interchange. Not to scale.
Red Line and Green Line Connections
BurJuman earns its reputation because two lines cross here, and the RTA timetable page lists it, together with Union, as the pair of stations for changing between the Red and Green Lines. That single fact makes it useful far beyond the neighbourhood around the exit.
| Line | Code | Neighbouring stops | Good for |
| Red Line | R19 | Union and ADCB | Sheikh Zayed Road, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina and the airport terminals |
| Green Line | G26 | Al Ghubaiba and Oud Metha | Old Bur Dubai, Deira side of the Creek, Healthcare City and the northern suburbs |
If you are riding the Red Line toward the towers, our guide to Sheikh Zayed Road explains what you will pass and which stretches are worth stopping for. Riding the other way, the Green Line takes you toward the older parts of the city, where the streets narrow and the markets begin.
Metro Timings at BurJuman
Both lines follow the same operating hours, and BurJuman keeps the same schedule as the rest of the network. The times below come from the RTA, but the first and last departures can shift by a few minutes depending on the station and direction, and hours are sometimes extended for Eid, New Year and big events. Check the RTA website or the RTA app the day you travel.
| Day | First train | Last train |
| Monday to Thursday | 5:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM | 1:00 AM (next day) |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Dubai Metro operating hours by day, based on RTA figures.
Two things catch visitors out. Sunday starts late, so an early airport run on that morning needs a different plan. Friday runs an hour later than other nights, which is handy if you are heading home after dinner in Karama.
Metro Fares From Burjuman Metro Station
Fares depend on how many zones you cross, and BurJuman sits in a central position, so most trips from here stay on the cheaper side. The figures below are approximate. Your exact fare depends on your card type and the stations you travel between.
| Zones crossed | Approximate fare | Typical trip |
| 1 zone | Around AED 3 | A hop to the next few stations |
| 2 zones | Around AED 5 | Across Bur Dubai and Deira |
| 3 or more zones | Around AED 7.5 to 8.5 | Longer runs toward the Marina or the far ends of each line |
Approximate fares from BurJuman by number of zones crossed.
Top up your Nol card before the morning and evening rush. Queues at the ticket machines during peak hours are the single most avoidable delay in the whole system. Gold Class carriages cost noticeably more than the standard cabin, and there is a women and children cabin on every train if you prefer a quieter ride.
What Is Around Exit 2?
Step outside and you are on the working side of Bur Dubai. It is not polished and that is the appeal. Here is what is worth knowing.
| Place | Known for | Getting there |
| Karama | Budget-friendly restaurants, tailors and everyday shops | Short walk from the road side of the station |
| Meena Bazaar | Textiles, spices, gifts and jewellery | Short walk or a quick taxi |
| BurJuman shopping centre | Fashion, dining and cinema, connected to the station | Use the exit signed for the mall, listed as Exit 3 on Wikipedia |
| Dubai Creek and old Bur Dubai | Heritage streets, abra rides and museums | Green Line toward Al Ghubaiba, then a short walk or taxi |
Karama deserves a longer mention. It is where a lot of Dubai residents go for a proper meal that will not empty their wallet, with Indian, Pakistani, Filipino and Arabic kitchens all sharing the same few streets. An evening here, followed by the Friday late train home, is one of the better cheap outings in the city.
The metro will not take you to the sand, though. If the plan is a swim or a sunset walk, ride the Red Line as far as it helps and finish by taxi or bus. Our local write-ups on Kite Beach and on why Dubai nights belong on the beach cover what to expect once you arrive.
Practical Tips for Using Exit 2
- Share a map pin, not just an exit number. Numbering confusion is the top reason people miss each other here.
- Check your Nol balance before you arrive. Topping up at a machine in rush hour wastes more time than the walk to the exit.
- Remember the odd hours. Sunday services start at 8 AM, and Friday trains run until 1 AM.
- Plan around the heat. From late spring to early autumn, the walk from the exit to your destination can feel much longer than it looks on a map. Carry water and consider a short taxi ride for the last stretch.
- Allow extra time when changing lines. The interchange corridors are long, especially at the end of the working day.
- Keep your phone charged. Live maps and the RTA app are the fastest way to settle any doubt about which way to go.
If you are building a weekend around the metro, a slower option is a green escape such as Quranic Park in Al Khawaneej, which sits outside the metro network and is best reached by taxi or car.
Final Thoughts
Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2 is not a landmark in the way the mall above it is. It is a doorway to the practical, everyday side of Bur Dubai, and knowing it saves you the awkward backtracking that catches so many first-time visitors. Read the signs, drop a pin, keep an eye on the day’s operating hours and treat the exit numbers in any online guide, including this one, as a starting point rather than gospel. The station has been changing lines for Dubai commuters since 2009, and it will handle you just fine once you know which way to look.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lines stop at Burjuman Metro Station?
Both the Red Line and the Green Line. The station is one of the network’s interchanges, and passengers change lines inside the station. You can confirm the interchange pair on the RTA timetable page.
Where does Burjuman Metro Station Exit 2 lead?
Local guides describe it as the road-facing exit toward Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road and Karama, close to offices, banks and small restaurants. Exit signs inside the station are the final word, and the Wikipedia station page) gives the wider background on the layout.
Which exit is best for BurJuman shopping centre?
Wikipedia places the mall outside Exit 3, so that is the exit to follow for shopping. Read the details on the BurJuman station page) and check the overhead signs to be sure.
How much is a metro ticket from BurJuman?
Roughly AED 3 for one zone, AED 5 for two zones and AED 7.5 to 8.5 for three or more zones. These are approximate figures, and your fare depends on your card type and route. Read the fares table above for the full picture.
What time does the metro run?
Monday to Thursday and Saturday, 5:00 AM to midnight. Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM. Sunday, 8:00 AM to midnight. See the RTA timetable for live details.
Can I reach a beach from BurJuman by metro alone?
Not directly. Ride the Red Line toward the coast and finish with a taxi or bus. Our guides to Kite Beach and the evening beach scene explain what to expect.
Is the station suitable for wheelchairs and families with pushchairs?
Metro stations across Dubai have lifts and escalators, and trains have a women and children cabin. The interchange walk at BurJuman is long, so allow extra time. Ask a station agent if you are unsure of the best route.
Is it better to take a taxi or the metro to Exit 2?
The metro is usually quicker at peak hours because the roads around Bur Dubai fill up. A taxi makes sense late at night, after the last train, or with heavy luggage. Compare the route on your maps app before you decide, and see the local notes in our Sheikh Zayed Road guide if you are coming from the towers side.
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Disclaimer
This guide draws on publicly available sources and general local knowledge. Exit layouts, fares, timings and all station facilities can change without notice. Please confirm current details with the official RTA website or app before you travel. The article offers general guidance only and does not replace official transport information.
