Mecca Metro (قطارات مكة للنقل العام)

The Mecca Metro or Mecca Metro is a metro system consisting of four planned lines in the city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Inaugurated on November 13, 2010, this metro system holds immense importance, especially during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, as it efficiently transports millions of pilgrims between holy sites. The metro was built by China Railway Construction Corporation and operated by Mecca Mass Rail Transit Company (MMRTC). The metro is part of the 62 billion riyal Mecca Public Transport Program (MPTP), which will include integrated bus services. In particular, the Metro plays an important role in increasing access to holy sites, including the Masjid al-Haram, and contributes to the overall efficiency and safety of the pilgrimage experience.

OperatorMecca Mass Rail Transit Company (MMRTC)
Operation start40495
Total Lines1 Metro Lines
Total Station9 Active Stations
Metro City/CountryMecca Saudi Arabia
Official Webhttps://web.archive.org/web/20161012025754/http://urbanrail.net/as/mecca/makkah.htm

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Lin9Mina 3 (Jamarat) ⇄ Arafat 1

  • Mecca Metro, Al Mashaer Al Mughaddasa Metro was inaugurated on November 13, 2010 with the intention of significantly aiding transportation during the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
  • The primary objective of the Mecca Metro is to meet the transportation needs of pilgrims, efficiently moving millions of worshipers between major religious sites in Mecca during the Hajj season.
  • The metro system includes special routes that connect important places for pilgrims, such as the Masjid al-Haram, Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah.
  • The Mecca Metro operates at peak capacity during the Hajj pilgrimage, ensuring fast and orderly movement of large crowds between pilgrimage sites.
  • The metro provides rapid transit services, helping pilgrims travel quickly and easily between holy sites, contributing to the overall pilgrimage experience.
  • Mecca Metro is equipped with modern facilities including air-conditioned trains to ensure the comfort and well-being of pilgrims during their journey.
  • The metro system is designed to seamlessly integrate with other modes of transport, facilitating the movement of pilgrims to the holy sites from various entry points.
  • The stations of Makkah Metro have been designed with state-of-the-art facilities, including spacious platforms and facilities to accommodate a large number of passengers.
  • Designed to handle the surge in demand during the Hajj season, the Mecca Metro operates all year round, providing continuous transportation services for residents and visitors.
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