How to Go to Dragon Mart by Metro & Bus
Quick answer: Dragon Mart sits in International City, away from today's metro. Ride the Red Line to Centrepoint, then an RTA bus towards International City or a 15-minute taxi (AED 20–30). From 2029, the Blue Line's International City stations put the metro on Dragon Mart's doorstep.
Step-by-Step
- Red Line to Centrepoint — the closest station to the International City corridor (AED 3–7.50 from most of the city; check yours).
- Bus or taxi for the last leg. RTA local routes link the Rashidiya/Centrepoint hub with International City — confirm the current route number in the S'hail app, as feeder numbering changes. In a hurry, the taxi rank does it in ~15 minutes.
- Alight at Dragon Mart 1 or 2 — the two connected complexes share parking and entrances.
From Deira, buses from the Union/Gold Souq bus stations towards International City are an alternative that skips the metro leg entirely — same Nol card throughout.
Dragon Mart Shopping Tips
- It's the largest Chinese trading hub outside China — 1.2 km of corridors; wear real shoes and screenshot the mall map.
- Wholesale pricing kicks in on quantity — ask, and politely haggle on electronics, furniture, lighting and toys.
- Dragon Mart 2 holds the newer retail, food court and cinema; Dragon Mart 1 is the classic trading maze.
- Delivery services at the mall can ship bulky purchases home — worth it, since you're on public transport.
The 2029 Game-Changer
The Blue Line's two branches meet at International City 1 — the network's biggest underground interchange — with further stations at International City 2/3 beside the Dragon Mart corridor. This trip becomes a direct ride from either Creek or Centrepoint.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest metro station to Dragon Mart?
Centrepoint on the Red Line is currently nearest, with an RTA bus or 15-minute taxi (AED 20–30) covering the final stretch into International City.
Is there a direct bus to Dragon Mart?
RTA routes serve International City from the Centrepoint/Rashidiya hub and from Deira bus stations — route numbers change, so confirm the current one in the S'hail app before travelling.
Will the metro reach Dragon Mart?
Yes — the Blue Line (opening 9 September 2029) includes International City stations next to the Dragon Mart corridor, including the network's largest underground interchange at International City 1.