Packed Like Sardines in Samara Trams, Residents Complain

The reform of the tram and trolleybus system in Samara continues: new trains are being purchased, rails are being repaired, infrastructure is being modernized. But for passengers, things are still difficult. Crowds of people wait for transport at stops for long periods. And when it arrives — they barely squeeze into overcrowded cars. In the comments of our Telegram channel, residents share vivid impressions. Judging by their statements, the situation has worsened in the last couple of weeks.

«The doors managed to close only on the third attempt! In the tram — it»s like sardines in a barrel!« writes one subscriber. Another adds: »Everyone responsible for transport should be put on such trams during rush hour and ridden back and forth for 10 days. And let the heater blast right in their face!«

In the morning, correspondents from 63.RU checked the complaints: at 7:30 at «Zavod Tarasova» there were neither passengers nor overcrowded cars. By 8:00, the journalists were at «Postnikov Ovrag» — a major transfer hub through which routes 2, 4, 5, 13, 18, 20, 20k, 22, and 23 pass. Here they found crowds of freezing Samara residents waiting for their trams. Watch the video to hear what they told us:

The editorial staff of 63.RU is preparing a detailed analysis of the complaints, where we will analyze the tram situation in Samara and try to get explanations from the managers. In the meantime, we invite you to listen to residents« opinions and share your own experience using public transport in the comments to this news.