- July 17, 2025
- Posted by: Noman Akram
- Category: Info
NOL Card 2 Zone Monthly Pass Prices: Silver, Gold & Concession Rates
NOL Card 2 Zone Monthly Pass Prices: Silver, Gold & Concession Rates
A 30 day NOL Card monthly pass for two zones costs AED 230 on a Silver Card and AED 460 on a Gold Card. Concession passes (students, senior citizens, people of determination) are AED 115 for two zones.
What Is a NOL Card Monthly Pass?
The NOL Card is Dubai’s unified travel card for Metro, bus and tram. A 30‑day pass lets you ride unlimited trips within your chosen zones perfect for daily commuters and visitors alike.
Understanding Dubai’s Metro Zones
Dubai’s public transport network is divided into five fare zones.
- Zone 1 covers Downtown, Bur Dubai and Deira.
- Zone 2 covers areas like Al Nahda, Karama and Business Bay.
For full zone boundaries, see the official RTA Nol Card fare map.
2‑Zone Monthly Pass Pricing
| Card Type | 30‑Day Pass Price (2 Zones) |
|---|---|
| Silver Card | AED 230 |
| Gold Card | AED 460 |
| Concession | AED 115 |
Concession passes are available to UAE students, Emirati senior citizens and people of determination.
Monthly vs. Daily Cost Comparison
Using a monthly pass often saves you money vs. daily tickets:
| Travel Pattern | Daily Ticket Cost | Monthly Pass Cost | Monthly Savings* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 trips/day × 22 work days | AED 176 (22×8) | AED 230 | AED ( – |
| 4 trips/day × 22 work days | AED 352 (22×16) | AED 230 | AED 122 |
*Assumes Zone 1–2 daily fare of AED 8 per trip.
Nol Card Monthly Pass
The Nol Card Monthly Pass is a smart and cost-effective way to travel across Dubai using RTA’s public transport system. It allows unlimited rides on Metro, Bus, Tram, and some marine transport, based on your selected zones.
💳 Pass Types and Zones
Nol Monthly Passes are based on the number of zones you need access to:
| Zone Access | Cost (AED) | Valid On |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Zone | 140 AED | Metro, Bus, Tram, Water Bus |
| 2 Adjacent Zones | 230 AED | Includes Airport Metro Line |
| All Zones | 350 AED | Full city coverage |
🔹 All passes are valid only on Silver and Blue Nol Cards (not Red tickets).
🔹 Airport transfers via Metro are included in 2-zone and all-zone passes.
Why Choose a Monthly Pass?
- Predictable Budget: One fee covers all rides for 30 days.
- Convenience: No need to top up or queue for tickets daily.
- Flexibility: Travel anytime early morning to late night.
- Cost Savings: Ideal when making more than 30 short trips per month.
How to Purchase Your 2‑Zone Monthly Pass
- Top up your NOL Card with at least the pass amount.
- Visit any Metro ticket vending machine or authorised sales point.
- Select “Travel Pass” → “2‑Zone, 30‑Day Pass” on the touchscreen.
- Tap your NOL Card on the reader to load the pass.
- Start riding immediately your pass is valid for 30 consecutive days.
For digital top‑ups and auto‑recharge, download the RTA Dubai app.
