Latest Transport News from Russia

Irbit Highway Widening Priced at 4.9 Billion RublesIrbit Highway Widening Priced at 4.9 Billion Rubles
Irbit Highway Widening Priced at 4.9 Billion RublesThe expansion of the Irbit Highway to four lanes is estimated at 4.9 billion rubles (approx. $53 million), but the project's timeline remains undetermined pending funding sources.
Cost Revealed for Expanding Highway Near Tyumen After Deadly AccidentCost Revealed for Expanding Highway Near Tyumen After Deadly Accident
Cost Revealed for Expanding Highway Near Tyumen After Deadly AccidentThe estimated cost to widen the regional road from Tyumen to Irbit is 4.9 billion rubles (about $49 million at current rates), but construction timelines remain undecided following a recent fatal crash.
Yaroslavl Gripped by Traffic Jams After SnowfallYaroslavl Gripped by Traffic Jams After Snowfall
Yaroslavl Gripped by Traffic Jams After SnowfallOn the morning of January 27, after a snowfall, multi-kilometer traffic jams formed in Yaroslavl. The level of traffic congestion in the city reached 8 points.
Collision on Tram Tracks in Ulyanovsk's Zasviyazhsky DistrictCollision on Tram Tracks in Ulyanovsk's Zasviyazhsky District
Collision on Tram Tracks in Ulyanovsk's Zasviyazhsky DistrictA collision between a minibus and a car on tram tracks in Ulyanovsk has blocked electric transport, leading to the temporary rerouting of tram route No. 5.
Tula residents wait an hour for public transport in freezing weatherTula residents wait an hour for public transport in freezing weather
Tula residents wait an hour for public transport in freezing weatherResidents of Tula are complaining about poor public transport service, forcing them to wait nearly an hour at stops in temperatures below -10°C (14°F) and strong winds.
Snowfall Causes Major Traffic Jams in Yaroslavl DistrictsSnowfall Causes Major Traffic Jams in Yaroslavl Districts
Snowfall Causes Major Traffic Jams in Yaroslavl DistrictsHeavy snow on January 27 led to severe traffic congestion in Yaroslavl's Frunzensky District, with major roads at a standstill and public transport delays.
Kursk Highway section in Voronezh region widened to four lanesKursk Highway section in Voronezh region widened to four lanes
Kursk Highway section in Voronezh region widened to four lanesThe road surface was renewed and barriers were installed on the expanded highway section.
Weather in Moscow disrupts Ufa airport flight scheduleWeather in Moscow disrupts Ufa airport flight schedule
Weather in Moscow disrupts Ufa airport flight scheduleUfa airport is experiencing flight schedule changes due to bad weather at Moscow's air hub, causing delays.
Sheremetyevo Closed to Arrivals, Aeroflot on High Alert Amid Heavy SnowSheremetyevo Closed to Arrivals, Aeroflot on High Alert Amid Heavy Snow
Sheremetyevo Closed to Arrivals, Aeroflot on High Alert Amid Heavy SnowMoscow's Sheremetyevo Airport has suspended inbound flights due to a major snowstorm, with the national carrier Aeroflot switching to an enhanced operating mode.
Flights from Moscow delayed and cancelled in VolgogradFlights from Moscow delayed and cancelled in Volgograd
Flights from Moscow delayed and cancelled in VolgogradAirlines warned of possible disruptions due to bad weather in the capital region.
Novosibirsk tackles fourth bridge traffic by targeting violatorsNovosibirsk tackles fourth bridge traffic by targeting violators
Novosibirsk tackles fourth bridge traffic by targeting violatorsAuthorities in Novosibirsk are considering two traffic management schemes for Truda Square to combat congestion caused by the new fourth bridge.
Volgograd airport sees flight delays and cancellations to MoscowVolgograd airport sees flight delays and cancellations to Moscow
Volgograd airport sees flight delays and cancellations to MoscowAirlines warned in advance about possible schedule disruptions due to reasons beyond their control, affecting flights to and from Moscow.
Kurgan Closes Road Near Marriage Registry After Water Main AccidentKurgan Closes Road Near Marriage Registry After Water Main Accident
Kurgan Closes Road Near Marriage Registry After Water Main AccidentA section of Rikhard Zorge Street in Kurgan, Russia, is closed from 11:00 on 27 January due to a water main break, with the road expected to reopen by the end of the week.
Stavropol Territory's Svetlograd-Blagodarny-Budyonnovsk Highway Fully ClosedStavropol Territory's Svetlograd-Blagodarny-Budyonnovsk Highway Fully Closed
Stavropol Territory's Svetlograd-Blagodarny-Budyonnovsk Highway Fully ClosedOn January 27, the Svetlograd-Blagodarny-Budyonnovsk highway in Stavropol Territory was fully closed from 7:50 a.m. due to a severe blizzard, strong crosswinds, and near-zero visibility.
New traffic lights and scheme fail to ease Gaidar Square congestionNew traffic lights and scheme fail to ease Gaidar Square congestion
New traffic lights and scheme fail to ease Gaidar Square congestionMorning traffic jams have returned to the approaches of Gaidar Square, affecting streets like Locomotive, Lenin, and Yekaterininskaya.
Multiple Accidents Block Entrance to UfaMultiple Accidents Block Entrance to Ufa
Multiple Accidents Block Entrance to UfaSome people were late for work.
Barnaul to make two minibus routes more spacious for citizensBarnaul to make two minibus routes more spacious for citizens
Barnaul to make two minibus routes more spacious for citizensThe Barnaul administration has decided to partially replace small buses with medium-sized ones on routes 6 and 54 to improve passenger comfort and capacity.
Train Conductor on Famous Passengers, Pulled Brakes, and the SeaTrain Conductor on Famous Passengers, Pulled Brakes, and the Sea
Train Conductor on Famous Passengers, Pulled Brakes, and the SeaAlexandra Pogran, a train conductor from Barnaul, discusses the nuances of her job on the Barnaul–Adler route, including encounters with celebrities and emergency brake incidents.
Residents call bus route changes in Voronezh 'a mockery of passengers'Residents call bus route changes in Voronezh 'a mockery of passengers'
Residents call bus route changes in Voronezh 'a mockery of passengers'Voronezh residents continue to criticize bus route changes implemented in January, with many complaining about cancellations and extended wait times. The city's mayor's office explains the decision-making process and how citizens can file complaints.
Company to Install Tripod Cameras on Omsk RoadsCompany to Install Tripod Cameras on Omsk Roads
Company to Install Tripod Cameras on Omsk RoadsA company has been awarded a contract to install and maintain mobile traffic enforcement cameras in Omsk, receiving nearly 36.9 million rubles (about $369,000 at current rates).
Tree removal on Chernyshevsky Street paves way for new tram stopTree removal on Chernyshevsky Street paves way for new tram stop
Tree removal on Chernyshevsky Street paves way for new tram stopResidents of the 'Arsenal' district in Perm may welcome the news as trees are removed for a new tram stop on Chernyshevsky Street.
Gasoline Prices Rise Again in Omsk, Here's the CostGasoline Prices Rise Again in Omsk, Here's the Cost
Gasoline Prices Rise Again in Omsk, Here's the CostGasoline and diesel prices have increased again in Omsk, affecting two major gas station chains. The price hikes range from 10 to 30 kopecks per liter.
Plans to Expand Tyumen Highways to Four Lanes for SafetyPlans to Expand Tyumen Highways to Four Lanes for Safety
Plans to Expand Tyumen Highways to Four Lanes for SafetySpecialists from Uralupravtodor discuss the expansion of roads from Tyumen into four-lane highways, with timelines for improved safety.
Bus route delays in Novosibirsk's Bugrinskaya Roshcha over driver shortageBus route delays in Novosibirsk's Bugrinskaya Roshcha over driver shortage
Bus route delays in Novosibirsk's Bugrinskaya Roshcha over driver shortageIn Novosibirsk, bus route No. 9 is experiencing irregular service due to a driver shortage, with only five buses running out of a scheduled 21, according to city hall.
Temporary snow ridges planned for Novosibirsk roadsTemporary snow ridges planned for Novosibirsk roads
Temporary snow ridges planned for Novosibirsk roadsNovosibirsk authorities plan to leave compacted ridges of snow along the center of wide streets. The new method is a response to parked cars obstructing normal snow removal.