Saudi Arabia introduces new metro prices for annual and student passes from 2026

Saudi Arabia has announced new prices for annual and student tickets on the Riyadh Metro, effective January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to improve public transport services in the capital, Gulf News reported. The Riyadh Public Transport Authority said the move aims to make daily travel easier and encourage wider use of the metro network.

Under the new pricing, annual tickets will be available to all passengers in both digital and plastic formats. Standard class annual passes will cost SR1,260, while first class passes will be priced at SR3,150. Passengers have been advised to purchase tickets through a registered account to ensure secure storage and easy retrieval.

The authority has also introduced semester tickets for school and university students. These passes will be offered in standard class only and priced at SR260. Each ticket will be valid for four months from the date of activation, covering one academic term. Student tickets will also be available in digital and plastic formats.


The Riyadh Public Transport Authority said the new ticket options are designed to provide more flexible and accessible travel choices. The changes are intended to support daily commuting needs and promote greater reliance on public transport across Riyadh.