Doha Metro at a glance
The network has three lines: Red, Green and Gold. All three share an interchange at Msheireb, and the Red and Green lines also meet at Al Bidda. Most places in this guide can be reached by Metro, sometimes with a short walk or a free feeder bus at the end.
This is an independent site. It is not run by the Metro operator, the bus company or a taxi service. Prices are in Qatari riyals (QAR), with dollar values rounded at 1 US dollar to 3.64 QAR. Fares and timetables change, so check the current ones before you go.
The three lines
Where each one goes and which stops matter for visitors.
| Line | Runs between | Stops in this guide |
|---|---|---|
| Red | The airport, the coast and Lusail | Hamad International Airport T1, Katara, Lusail QNB |
| Green | Al Mansoura and Al Riffa, with Mall of Qatar | – |
| Gold | Ras Bu Aboud and Al Aziziyah | Souq Waqif, National Museum, Sport City |
From the airport to Souq Waqif, ride the Red Line to Msheireb and change to the Gold Line. For the Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum take the Gold Line to Sport City. For The Pearl, ride to Legtaifiya and change to the free Metrolink.
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Fares, cards and hours
What is listed for 2026, and where to check again.
Fares
The tourism guide names a maximum of QAR 6 ($2) per day on a standard ticket. A guide from May 2026 lists QAR 10 ($3) for a Standard Travel Card and QAR 2 (about $0.55) per trip, capped at QAR 6 per day. A Gold Club class has separate fares, so check the current list. Children under 5 travel free, and you tap in and out at the gates.
Hours
A Qatar Rail map printed in January 2025 lists the Metro on Saturday to Thursday 05:00–01:00 and on Friday 09:00–01:00. The tram runs on Saturday to Thursday 05:00–01:30 and on Friday only from 14:00 to 01:30. End times fall on the next day. Older advice that the Metro opens only in the afternoon on Fridays is out of date. Check the current timetable and any special schedules before you go.
The tram in Msheireb
Msheireb has a local tram. Check its current hours and stops on site before you rely on it.
Feeders, buses, taxis and walking
For the last stretch of a trip.
Metrolink
Metrolink is a free feeder service. The operator of The Pearl names it as the connection from Legtaifiya to the island. No Metro station stands in Qanat Quartier itself.
The Pearl guide →Buses
From 10 May 2026 the bus company announced route M307 from Al Sudan to Sports City via Salwa Road North, and route M308 back via Salwa Road South. Both run every 20 minutes. Check the current network before you plan around a bus.
Taxis
Karwa taxis can be booked in the Karwa app or by phone on 800 8294. At the airport, a secondary source names a base amount of QAR 25 ($7) plus distance and time. For other trips, ask for the fare in the app before you ride.
Airport guide →Walking
A hotel in Msheireb names 10–15 minutes on foot to Souq Waqif, the Corniche and the Msheireb Museums. That is the hotel's own estimate, and summers are hot, so check the weather page before you plan long walks.
Weather guide →Sample routes
Common trips by Metro, using the stops named above.
Airport to Souq Waqif
Ride the Red Line from Hamad International Airport T1 to Msheireb, then change to the Gold Line for Souq Waqif. Check the current map for the exact exit and any works.
Souq Waqif guide →The museums
The National Museum of Qatar has its own Gold Line station, called National Museum. The Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum at the Khalifa International Stadium is reached via Sport City, also on the Gold Line.
National Museum guide →Katara
Katara Cultural Village has a Red Line station named Katara. From there you can walk into the village.
Katara guide →Lusail Stadium
The Red Line runs to Lusail QNB station. A tourism source names about 15 minutes on foot from there to the stadium. In Lusail you can also change to the tram network.
Lusail guide →Plan the rest of your trip
Pages for the places the lines reach.
Hamad International Airport
Metro, taxi and transit details.
National Museum of Qatar
Gold Line, hours and the schedule on 25 October 2026.
Souq Waqif
Gold Line, evening hours and Friday opening.
The Pearl
Metro to Legtaifiya and the Metrolink.
Lusail
Red Line, tram and a walk to the stadium.
Where to stay
Areas compared by location and transport.
Doha Metro: frequently asked questions
How much does the Doha Metro cost?
The tourism guide names a maximum of QAR 6 ($2) per day on a standard ticket. A guide from May 2026 lists QAR 2 per trip and QAR 10 for a card. Check the current fares at the station.
Does the Metro run on Fridays?
Yes. A Qatar Rail map printed in January 2025 lists a start at 09:00 for the Metro and 14:00 for the tram. Check the current timetable for special schedules.
How do I get from the airport to the city by Metro?
Take the Red Line from Hamad International Airport T1. Msheireb is the shared interchange if you want to change to the Green or Gold line.
Which Metro station is closest to Souq Waqif?
Souq Waqif is a stop on the Gold Line.
Can children use the Metro?
Children under 5 travel free. From the age of 5 the regular fare applies.