Latest Transport News from Russia

Truck convoy halted on highway near Volgograd due to fogTruck convoy halted on highway near Volgograd due to fog
Truck convoy halted on highway near Volgograd due to fogMovement restrictions were introduced due to fog on January 29 and remain in effect.
Gasoline Prices Rise Again in OmskGasoline Prices Rise Again in Omsk
Gasoline Prices Rise Again in OmskOn January 30, 2026, gasoline prices increased at two fueling stations in Omsk, Russia, marking another hike in fuel costs for the region.
Fog-related road closure strands truck column near VolgogradFog-related road closure strands truck column near Volgograd
Fog-related road closure strands truck column near VolgogradA dense fog has led to a 160-kilometer stretch of highway being closed, leaving a long column of trucks stranded near Volgograd since last night.
Yekaterinburg Ring Road section dug up for pipe installationYekaterinburg Ring Road section dug up for pipe installation
Yekaterinburg Ring Road section dug up for pipe installationStarting February 4, temporary restrictions will be imposed at the 17th kilometer of the Yekaterinburg Ring Road. Traffic will be organized along the shoulder.
Tram No. 2 Temporarily Halted in Nizhny NovgorodTram No. 2 Temporarily Halted in Nizhny Novgorod
Tram No. 2 Temporarily Halted in Nizhny NovgorodTram service on route No. 2 along the outer ring in Nizhny Novgorod was suspended on January 30. The stoppage is due to an accident on a water pipeline.
Busy Section of Yekaterinburg Ring Road to Be Dug Up for Pipe InstallationBusy Section of Yekaterinburg Ring Road to Be Dug Up for Pipe Installation
Busy Section of Yekaterinburg Ring Road to Be Dug Up for Pipe InstallationConstruction for a culvert pipe on a key section of the Yekaterinburg Ring Road will lead to lane closures and a detour onto the shoulder from early February.
Nizhny Novgorod tram №2 suspended due to utility failureNizhny Novgorod tram №2 suspended due to utility failure
Nizhny Novgorod tram №2 suspended due to utility failureTram №2 in Nizhny Novgorod has been temporarily suspended on its outer ring route because of a water supply line accident, the company 'Ecological Projects' reported.
Illegal Parking Paralyzes Tram Traffic in Ulyanovsk CenterIllegal Parking Paralyzes Tram Traffic in Ulyanovsk Center
Illegal Parking Paralyzes Tram Traffic in Ulyanovsk CenterOn January 30 at 11:20, tram traffic in central Ulyanovsk was paralyzed after a driver parked a Nissan crossover in the second row, blocking the tracks.
Krasnodar-Yakutsk flights to resume this springKrasnodar-Yakutsk flights to resume this spring
Krasnodar-Yakutsk flights to resume this springFlights from Krasnodar to Yakutsk will resume in spring, operated by Yakutia Airlines, with tickets starting from 32,500 rubles (approximately $325).
Trans-Ural Traffic Police Devise New Ways to Combat Drunk DriversTrans-Ural Traffic Police Devise New Ways to Combat Drunk Drivers
Trans-Ural Traffic Police Devise New Ways to Combat Drunk DriversDrunk drivers caused 98 accidents in the Trans-Ural region in 2025, resulting in 30 deaths and 115 injuries, traffic police reported.
Overnight snowstorm snarls traffic in VoronezhOvernight snowstorm snarls traffic in Voronezh
Overnight snowstorm snarls traffic in VoronezhResidents of Voronezh are complaining about poorly cleared roads after an overnight snowstorm, leading to severe traffic jams and multiple accidents on Monday morning.
Sober trolleybus driver with no violations hit schoolboySober trolleybus driver with no violations hit schoolboy
Sober trolleybus driver with no violations hit schoolboyA trolleybus driver hit a schoolboy in an accident yesterday near Cascade in Omsk, and police say he was sober with no recent traffic violations.
Fatal traffic accidents rise in Trans-Urals region: solutions proposedFatal traffic accidents rise in Trans-Urals region: solutions proposed
Fatal traffic accidents rise in Trans-Urals region: solutions proposedThe head of the Kurgan region traffic police shared grim statistics on rising fatal accidents and discussed ways to fix the problem.
Novosibirsk escalates snow removal with traffic police and tow trucksNovosibirsk escalates snow removal with traffic police and tow trucks
Novosibirsk escalates snow removal with traffic police and tow trucksAuthorities in Novosibirsk have stepped up snow clearing in the Oktyabrsky District, deploying extra equipment and enlisting traffic police to tow obstructing vehicles after the prosecutor expressed dissatisfaction.
Court detains driver in fatal Samara head-on collisionCourt detains driver in fatal Samara head-on collision
Court detains driver in fatal Samara head-on collisionBogatovsky District Court has ordered the two-month detention of a driver from Tajikistan suspected in a crash that killed two people near Samara.
Ulyanovsk clears snowdrifts and traffic jams after overnight snowfallUlyanovsk clears snowdrifts and traffic jams after overnight snowfall
Ulyanovsk clears snowdrifts and traffic jams after overnight snowfallHeavy snowfall in Ulyanovsk from January 29 to 30 disrupted traffic, with city authorities deploying 100 vehicles and 120 workers to clear roads and remove snow.
Moscow Region residents complain of giant bus stop queuesMoscow Region residents complain of giant bus stop queues
Moscow Region residents complain of giant bus stop queuesPeople are forced to wait for buses in -17°C (1°F) temperatures, with queues at stops sometimes lasting an hour due to snowfall and heavy traffic.
Court rules on fatal Samara minivan crash that killed twoCourt rules on fatal Samara minivan crash that killed two
Court rules on fatal Samara minivan crash that killed twoA court in Samara Oblast has ordered the detention of a minivan driver suspected of causing a crash that killed two people.
Square snow removal at Novosibirsk crossings puzzles residentsSquare snow removal at Novosibirsk crossings puzzles residents
Square snow removal at Novosibirsk crossings puzzles residentsIn Novosibirsk, layers of snow have been removed in square shapes at pedestrian crossings in the city center, causing inconvenience for some residents who are now questioning the purpose of the unusual cleanup.
Road near Memorial to be repaired in ChitaRoad near Memorial to be repaired in Chita
Road near Memorial to be repaired in ChitaAuthorities in Chita have announced a tender for road repairs. The project involves sections of two streets adjacent to the Memorial of Military and Labor Glory.
Passengers Stuck 20 Minutes in Khotkovo on Yaroslavl LinePassengers Stuck 20 Minutes in Khotkovo on Yaroslavl Line
Passengers Stuck 20 Minutes in Khotkovo on Yaroslavl LinePassengers on the Yaroslavl railway direction faced delays after a person was injured on the tracks in Khotkovo, causing trains to stop for up to 20 minutes on Friday morning.
Snowstorm in Perm leads to nine-point traffic gridlockSnowstorm in Perm leads to nine-point traffic gridlock
Snowstorm in Perm leads to nine-point traffic gridlockNumerous traffic accidents have been reported in Perm due to heavy snowfall, leading to severe congestion.
Unlicensed Teenager Crashes Pit Bike Into Lada Granta in NevinnomysskUnlicensed Teenager Crashes Pit Bike Into Lada Granta in Nevinnomyssk
Unlicensed Teenager Crashes Pit Bike Into Lada Granta in NevinnomysskThe 17-year-old pit bike rider was taken to hospital.
Exploring a 'People's' Metro Map for Moscow in 2100Exploring a 'People's' Metro Map for Moscow in 2100
Exploring a 'People's' Metro Map for Moscow in 2100MSK1.RU created a fantasy metro map for Moscow in 2100 based on suburban residents' requests, but transport experts have criticized several aspects.
Violations uncovered on two bus routes in BarnaulViolations uncovered on two bus routes in Barnaul
Violations uncovered on two bus routes in BarnaulA raid conducted at the final stop 'LDP Spartak-2' in Barnaul led to the discovery of violations on two bus routes.