New Riyadh Metro rules have been announced and this is how they affect you
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We’re coming up to a year since the glorious Riyadh Metro launched, and it’s become such an integral part of the public transport system in the capital. Recently, new Riyadh Metro rules and violations have been announced, and if you’re planning on being on the metro any time soon, you need to read this.
The Riyadh Metro is the largest in the Middle East and the world’s longest driverless train system. There are six main lines and 84 stations covering a distance of 176 kilometres. The Riyadh Metro network covers most of the highly populated districts, government facilities, and key educational and commercial areas.
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The new Riyadh metro rules
According to the Riyadh Metro website, these are the violations you need to be careful of:
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If you fail to pay the transportation fee, validate your ticket, or provide proof of eligibility for a discounted fare, you will be fined SAR200 in addition to the applicable fare.
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Serious violations—such as climbing or jumping to access the system, tampering with or damaging transport facilities, or entering or exiting the metro from unauthorised areas or after it has departed—will result in a fine of SAR500.
- You may be fined SAR200 for causing disturbances to passengers or staff, accessing unauthorised areas, smoking in prohibited zones, placing your feet on seats, bringing non-foldable wheeled transport devices (except strollers and mobility aids), carrying items with strong odors or perishable foods, or sleeping in areas where it is not permitted.
- You may be fined between SAR100 and SAR200 for minor violations such as blocking entrances, forcefully entering a full vehicle, eating or drinking in prohibited areas, placing luggage in undesignated spaces, or occupying seats reserved for people with disabilities.
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Engaging in dangerous behavior—such as extending your body or objects through windows, or hanging onto the exterior of the vehicle—will result in a SAR300 fine.
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You are prohibited from using bicycles, skates, or skateboards inside vehicles or stations, and doing so may result in a SAR200 fine.
These rules help ensure safety, comfort, and respect for all users of the public transport system.
Visit: rpt.sa
