Riyadh Metro's 30M Trips in 3 Months
Recent figures show that Riyadh Metro achieved over 30.4 million trips during the third quarter of 2026, within 92 days, marking a 21% increase compared to the same period last year. This reflects a growing reliance on mass transit. The increase supports the idea that the city’s transportation culture is changing, especially with the expansion of the train network connecting key areas and reducing costs through low fares, along with other benefits such as decreasing congestion and improving quality of life—aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. However, the Metro’s impact on reducing residents’ dependence on private cars remains uncertain, as it depends on sustained growth in ridership, network expansion, and enhanced connections between neighborhoods and stations.
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