Dubai Metro Women & Children Cabin: The Complete Guide
Every Dubai Metro train includes a dedicated Women & Children cabin — a reserved section giving women and young children a guaranteed comfortable space at any hour. Here's exactly where it is, who can use it, and the rules.
Where It Is on the Train
The cabin occupies a marked section at the front of the train, adjacent to Gold Class. On the platform, look for the pink floor markings and signage showing where its doors stop — stand there and you'll board straight into it. The rest of the train is open to everyone.
Who May Ride
| Passenger | Allowed? |
|---|---|
| Women (any age) | Yes |
| Children with them (young boys included) | Yes |
| Men and teenage boys | No — AED 100 fine, actively enforced by inspectors |
Use is optional: women can ride any standard cabin, and no extra fare applies — a normal Nol card tap covers it. (Gold Class next door is the separate premium cabin with double fares — details here.)
Why Riders Love It
- Rush-hour breathing room — noticeably calmer than the packed standard cars at peak times.
- Stroller-friendly — easier boarding with prams and small kids (see our family guide).
- Late-night comfort for solo female travellers.
Practical Tips
- Gentlemen accompanying family: the group can either all use standard cabins together, or split at the pink line — walking through the women's cabin "just to pass" still counts as a violation.
- The boundary inside the train is clearly marked on the floor and windows; inspectors patrol daily, and fines are issued on the spot (full rules & fines).
- At crowded stations like Union and BurJuman, the pink platform section has its own queue — join the marked lanes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the women's cabin on the Dubai Metro?
At the front of every train, next to the Gold Class section. Pink floor markings on the platform show exactly where its doors align.
Can men enter the women and children cabin?
No. Men and teenage boys riding in — or even walking through — the reserved cabin face an AED 100 fine from RTA inspectors.
Does the women's cabin cost extra?
No. It's included in the standard fare with any Nol card; only the neighbouring Gold Class cabin charges a premium.