The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has commenced construction of two new metro stations within King Saud University as part of the extension of the Riyadh Metro Red Line. The development marks a significant milestone in the project aimed at expanding Riyadh’s public transportation network and improving connectivity across key destinations in the capital.
The Red Line extension will enhance links between major educational and healthcare institutions, while also improving access to cultural, entertainment, and tourism attractions in Diriyah. The project forms part of Riyadh’s broader strategy to develop an integrated, efficient, and sustainable public transport system that supports the city’s long-term urban growth.
Earlier, RCRC awarded the contract for the design and construction of the Red Line expansion, which will add approximately 8.4 kilometers to the existing metro route. The extension will run from King Saud University to the Diriyah Gate Development Project and will include five new metro stations along the corridor.
Two of the stations will be located within King Saud University. The first station will serve the University Medical City and its health colleges, providing improved transit access for students, staff, patients, and visitors. The second station will serve the university concourse, enhancing mobility within the campus and strengthening connections to the wider metro network.
The expansion of the Red Line is expected to play a key role in supporting Riyadh’s vision of modern urban mobility, while facilitating convenient travel to major educational, healthcare, and tourism hubs across the city.
