Etisalat Metro Station (Now “E&”): The Complete Verified Guide (2026)

Etisalat Metro Station is the north terminus of the Dubai Green Line, located on Al Nahda Road, Al Qusais, next to the border of Sharjah. It has been renamed “E&” since September 2024, after being renamed “Etisalat by e&” in February 2023, however “Etisalat” remains the most commonly searched name of the station, and also what the station was formerly known as among taxi drivers.We’ve broken down exactly where it is, how it runs, and what to expect if you’re driving in versus taking a feeder bus.

Name Change History — Etisalat → Etisalat by e& → E&

This station has changed names twice in three years, which causes real confusion for anyone Googling it today.

Name	Period Used	Reason
Etisalat	2011 – Feb 2023	Original name, after the telecom company
Etisalat by e&	Feb 2023 – Sept 2024	Etisalat’s corporate rebrand to “e&”
E&	Sept 2024 – present	Second rebrand, shortened to just “E&”

The station officially opened its services on 10 September 2011, after trial services started in October 2010. You can find the station named “E&” on the modern metro maps and “Etisalat” in old maps of the apps, but both are just one physical station.

Exact Location and How to Get There

The station is positioned on Al-Nahda street in Al-Qusais, which lies between Al-Qusais and Al-Twar and which is situated north of Dubai International Airport. It is positioned next to the intersection of Al-Nahda street and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311). The station is also close to the Red Line Centerpoint station and Rashidiya Depot; however, there is no link between the stations of the Red Line.

• Coordinates: 25.2547°N, 55.4014°E
• Closest park: Al Qusais Pond Park
• Distance to neighboring country: around 5-10 minutes by car from the border of Sharjah

If you are comparing this drive with other drives coming from Sharjah, an article such as uaeautomotive.com‘s comparison of Sharjah to Dubai commutes route guide comes in handy to compare Al Ittihad Road and Al Nahda Street in traffic hours.

Green Line Route Details

Detail	Verified Information
Line	Green Line (M2)
Position	Northern/eastern terminus
Opposite terminus	Creek Station
Total Green Line stations	20
Total Green Line length	22.5 km
Station code	11 (G11)
Fare zone	5
Opened	10 September 2011
Red Line transfer points	Union, BurJuman

Verified Operating Hours

Metro-wide timings apply here, cross-checked across multiple 2026 sources:

Day	Hours
Saturday – Wednesday	5:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight)
Thursday	5:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Friday	5:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday	8:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight)

The cost is AED 3 for each trip based on zones traversed, and regular riders have the option of purchasing the weekly, monthly, or annual Nol Card for more affordable rates. Trains usually run every 2-3 minutes at peak times, but for the Green Line only, they are spaced out at 4-7 minutes during off-peak times. For the most updated timetable just before you make your trip, visit the Dubai Metro page of the RTA website, as timing varies depending on public holidays.

Parking — Capacity, Access Steps

The station has parking facilities which can accommodate more than 2,300 cars. The lot is actually the last one before reaching Sharjah and many commuters use this lot as their park and ride point. This is because the lot gets filled quickly since it is the last one before arriving in Dubai.

Steps for first-time drivers:

1. Enter the car park ramp directly off Al Nahda Street.
2. Take a ticket at the barrier or tap a linked payment card.
3. Head to the upper levels after 8:00 AM — ground floors fill first.
4. Use the covered walkway connecting the car park to the paid metro zone.
5. Tap your Nol card at the station gate.
6. Pay at the exit machine on your way out.

If you’re weighing daily parking costs against fuel and toll charges for driving the full route into Dubai, uaeautomotive.com‘s guide to daily driving costs vs. metro park-and-ride breaks down the math for Sharjah-based commuters.

Red Line Transfer Instructions

This station does not sit on the Red Line — transfers between Red and Green lines happen at Union and BurJuman stations.

1. Board a Green Line train from Etisalat/E& heading toward Creek.
2. Ride to Union or BurJuman.
3. Follow in-station signage to the Red Line platform — no exit through fare gates needed.
4. Board toward Centrepoint/Rashidiya or UAE Exchange/Jebel Ali, depending on direction.

Union tends to be the quicker transfer for Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina.

Feeder Bus Network

The station connects to several feeder and cross-border bus routes:

Route	Destination
31	Airport Terminal 2 – Oud Al Mateena
34	Al Khawaneej 2
36A / 36B	Silicon High Bay (both directions)
F02	Muhaisnah 4
F07	Al Qusais DM Housing
E315	Al Muwailah Bus Station, Sharjah
E411	Ajman

Station Facilities

• Multi-storey park-and-ride car park (2,300+ spaces)
• Public toilets and prayer room
• Small convenience kiosk
• Nol card vending and top-up machines
• Free Wi-Fi, standard across all Green Line stations
• Ramps, elevators, and tactile guidance paths for accessibility

Nearby Landmarks

• Al Qusais Pond Park — walking distance
• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) junction — for onward driving
• Sharjah border crossing — under 10 minutes by road
• Note that fewer hotels sit directly adjacent to this station compared to central stations; nearby Muraqqabat and Al Rigga areas have more hotel options

Fare & Nol Card Guide

• The base fare is 3 AED and increases according to the number of fare zones you cross; this station is located within Fare Zone 5.
• Top up your Nol card before boarding using the machines at this station or the S’hail mobile application.
• Monthly commuters who live in Sharjah usually make better savings using a monthly Nol pass than individual journey prices.
• Parking costs are additional to your Nol fare price.

Etisalat Metro Station FAQs

Is it called Etisalat or E& now?
Officially “E&” since September 2024, after an earlier rename to “Etisalat by e&” in 2023. Both older and current names point to the same station.

Which line is it on?
Green Line,  it’s the terminus where the line starts, ending at Creek Station.

How do I reach the Red Line from here?
Transfer at Union or BurJuman — these are the two interchange points between the Red and Green lines. 

How big is the parking lot?
Over 2,300 vehicles, making it one of the largest park-and-ride facilities on the network. 

What time does the last train run?
Midnight most nights, extended to 1:00 AM on Thursdays and Fridays, based on standard RTA-wide metro hours.

Final Thoughts at a Glance

Here’s the entire guide condensed into what actually matters before you travel:

• It’s now called E&, not Etisalat — same station, same platform, name changed twice since 2023.
• Green Line only. No direct Red Line access — transfer at Union or BurJuman.
• Terminus station. Trains start here and run 22.5 km down to Creek.
• Parking fills fast. Over 2,300 spaces, but arrive before 8:00 AM on weekdays or you’ll circle the upper floors.
• Last train: midnight most nights, 1:00 AM Thursday and Friday, later start (8:00 AM) on Sunday.
• Best for: Sharjah and Ajman commuters — E315 and E411 feeder buses run straight from this station’s bus bay.
• Fare zone 5 — budget for multi-zone pricing on most cross-city trips.

If you’re…	Do this
Driving from Sharjah	Park here before 8 AM, walk straight into the paid zone
Heading to Downtown or Marina	Transfer at Union, not BurJuman — it’s faster
A daily commuter	Get a monthly Nol pass, skip per-trip pricing
Checking timings on a holiday	Confirm on the RTA app — holiday hours shift

One station, two name changes, zero location changes. If your GPS or an old article still says “Etisalat,” you’re still headed to the right place.