Transportation in Moscow

# Transportation in Moscow Moscow offers one of the world's most extensive and efficient public transportation networks, centered around its famous Metro system. The Metro is the backbone of city transport, featuring ornate stations that double as architectural landmarks, with trains running frequently throughout the day. The system is complemented by buses, trolleybuses, trams, and marshrutkas (minibuses) that fill in the gaps. For visitors, the Metro is typically the fastest and most reliable option for navigating this sprawling city, though signage in Cyrillic can present a challenge for first-timers. First-time visitors should consider purchasing a Troika card, a rechargeable smart card that works across all public transport modes and offers better value than single tickets. The Metro operates on a flat-fare system regardless of distance traveled. Taxis and ride-sharing services like Yandex.Taxi are widely available and offer comfort options for those preferring door-to-door service, though traffic congestion can be significant during peak hours. English is not widely spoken by drivers, so having your destination written in Russian or using app-based services is advisable. **Airport Transfer Tip:** Moscow has multiple airports (Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, and Vnukovo), each connected to the city center by dedicated Aeroexpress trains that provide reliable, traffic-free transfers. These trains run frequently to central railway stations where you can connect to the Metro network. For current schedules and pricing on airport transfers and other transportation options, check the booking widgets on this page for up-to-date information.

Download Yandex Metro app for offline metro maps and route planning in Moscow

Metro stations have signs in both Cyrillic and Latin alphabets at major tourist stations

Troika card works across metro, buses, trams and trolleybuses for convenient travel

Aeroexpress trains connect all three major airports directly to central railway stations