Doha: Qatar Rail Company (Qatar Rail) marked the third anniversary of the launch of the preview service of Doha Metro, which has become a key transportation choice for the country’s residents and visitors, and the backbone of the integrated public transport system in Qatar.
On May 8, 2019, Qatar Rail started the preview service of Doha Metro with 13 stations on the Red Line, starting from Al Qassar station in the north to Al Wakra station in the south. The three metro lines that form the current network were fully operational by September 2020.
Doha Metro has witnessed continuous growth since its launch. More than 1.5 million Travel Cards (Standard & Gold club) have been sold from day one up until March 2022.
Over three years, the metrolink route network has grown from 13 routes to 43 routes covering areas around metro stations.
Also, metroExpress service currently covers 8 metro stations: DECC, West Bay - QE, Al Qassar, Katara, Legtaifiya, Qatar University, Al Waab QLM and Sport City, in addition to 6 stations on the Orange Line of Lusail Tram, compared to only two metro stations when it was launched in July 2019.
The third anniversary of the launch of Doha Metro coincides with the company’s operational readiness programme for the 2022 World Cup. Doha Metro will provide a seamless transportation experience for football fans to reach the World Cup stadiums with ease, in addition to providing an ideal transport option for visitors and fans throughout tournament to key destinations in Qatar.
