Latest Transport News from Russia

Ship Stuck in Ice on Lake Baikal Under InvestigationShip Stuck in Ice on Lake Baikal Under Investigation
Ship Stuck in Ice on Lake Baikal Under InvestigationThe Baikal-Angara Transport Prosecutor's Office has launched an inspection after a motor ship became trapped in ice on Lake Baikal, near the village of Sakhyurta.
Tula residents complain about public transport failuresTula residents complain about public transport failures
Tula residents complain about public transport failuresIn Tula, public transport issues have worsened, with residents reporting long waits in freezing weather and schedule disruptions over recent weeks.
Ufa Residents: 'No Hope for Better Quality' as Bus Fares RiseUfa Residents: 'No Hope for Better Quality' as Bus Fares Rise
Ufa Residents: 'No Hope for Better Quality' as Bus Fares RiseResidents of Ufa share their opinions on the planned bus fare hike to 50 rubles (about $1 at current rates), set to take effect from February 1.
Yaroslavl Deputy Proposes Free Parking in SnowstormsYaroslavl Deputy Proposes Free Parking in Snowstorms
Yaroslavl Deputy Proposes Free Parking in SnowstormsA regional deputy has suggested making paid parking free when lots are not cleared of snow, but transport officials say they will focus on improving snow removal instead.
Truck overturns on Perm Highway, traffic limitedTruck overturns on Perm Highway, traffic limited
Truck overturns on Perm Highway, traffic limitedA truck accident on the highway has caused a traffic jam, with movement proceeding in a single lane.
Snowfalls and icy roads forecast for BashkiriaSnowfalls and icy roads forecast for Bashkiria
Snowfalls and icy roads forecast for BashkiriaDrivers in Bashkiria are urged to exercise caution as snowfall and poor visibility are expected to create hazardous road conditions on January 21.
Truck overturns on Permsky Trakt, blocking one laneTruck overturns on Permsky Trakt, blocking one lane
Truck overturns on Permsky Trakt, blocking one laneA heavy truck overturned on Permsky Trakt in Sverdlovsk Oblast on January 20, causing a major traffic jam and restricting traffic to one lane.
New Yaroslavl bridge construction to proceed in 2026New Yaroslavl bridge construction to proceed in 2026
New Yaroslavl bridge construction to proceed in 2026Next year, 7.8 billion rubles (about $86.7 million at current rates) will be allocated to the project, with most funds coming from the federal budget.
Reversible traffic on highway near Yekaterinburg on January 21Reversible traffic on highway near Yekaterinburg on January 21
Reversible traffic on highway near Yekaterinburg on January 21On January 21, reversible traffic will be introduced on the Yekaterinburg–Shadrinsk–Kurgan highway due to emergency works on railway tracks. The restriction will last from 10:00 to 17:00.
Pyatigorsk railroad crossing closed for 12 hours overnightPyatigorsk railroad crossing closed for 12 hours overnight
Pyatigorsk railroad crossing closed for 12 hours overnightDrivers in Pyatigorsk are advised to plan alternate routes as a key railroad crossing will be closed for 12 hours overnight due to repair work.
New Tenders Planned for Yaroslavl's Third Volga BridgeNew Tenders Planned for Yaroslavl's Third Volga Bridge
New Tenders Planned for Yaroslavl's Third Volga BridgeAuthorities have outlined the current construction status and plans for 2026 for the third bridge crossing the Volga River in Yaroslavl.
Arkhangelsk Residents Argue Over Claiming Cleared Parking SpotsArkhangelsk Residents Argue Over Claiming Cleared Parking Spots
Arkhangelsk Residents Argue Over Claiming Cleared Parking SpotsResidents of Arkhangelsk are divided over whether clearing snow from a public parking spot grants exclusive rights, with legal experts weighing in on the issue.
Yekaterinburg Traffic Police Adjusts Schedule Amid Long QueuesYekaterinburg Traffic Police Adjusts Schedule Amid Long Queues
Yekaterinburg Traffic Police Adjusts Schedule Amid Long QueuesAuthorities adjusted the operating hours of registration points after complaints from citizens about long waits.
Yekaterinburg Changes Traffic Police Office Hours to Reduce QueuesYekaterinburg Changes Traffic Police Office Hours to Reduce Queues
Yekaterinburg Changes Traffic Police Office Hours to Reduce QueuesAuthorities in Yekaterinburg have adjusted the operating hours of vehicle registration offices after drivers reported long waits to obtain licenses and register cars.
Eastern Exit of Ufa to Close for RepairsEastern Exit of Ufa to Close for Repairs
Eastern Exit of Ufa to Close for RepairsThe Eastern Exit in Ufa will be closed for repairs on January 22, with all traffic blocked during the five-hour overnight work, according to the transport ministry.
Samara Region to Establish Unified Intermunicipal Transport RegistrySamara Region to Establish Unified Intermunicipal Transport Registry
Samara Region to Establish Unified Intermunicipal Transport RegistryIn Samara Region, a new project aims to cut bureaucratic delays by creating a unified digital registry for intermunicipal passenger transport.
Samara Region to Create Unified Digital Registry for Inter-Municipal TransportSamara Region to Create Unified Digital Registry for Inter-Municipal Transport
Samara Region to Create Unified Digital Registry for Inter-Municipal TransportA legislative proposal in Samara Region aims to digitize passenger transport procedures, establishing a unified digital registry to reduce red tape and accelerate processing times.
Drivers cite unexpected cause for Dubrovinskogo traffic; expert weighs inDrivers cite unexpected cause for Dubrovinskogo traffic; expert weighs in
Drivers cite unexpected cause for Dubrovinskogo traffic; expert weighs inKrasnoyarsk residents face gridlock on Dubrovinskogo Street due to a heated parking facility near the RusGidro building, a reader reports, with an auto expert criticizing the location.
Flights from Apatity to Kaliningrad canceled: reasons givenFlights from Apatity to Kaliningrad canceled: reasons given
Flights from Apatity to Kaliningrad canceled: reasons givenThe Russian Ministry of Transport has cited low passenger demand as the reason for canceling non-stop flights from Apatity to Kaliningrad, effective January 12, 2026.
Deadly Crash in Ryazan Involves Renault and LadaDeadly Crash in Ryazan Involves Renault and Lada
Deadly Crash in Ryazan Involves Renault and LadaA collision between a Renault and a Lada Granta on the M-5 Ural highway in Ryazan has resulted in one fatality and two injuries, according to the regional traffic police.
2 killed in head-on crash with truck in Kurgan region2 killed in head-on crash with truck in Kurgan region
2 killed in head-on crash with truck in Kurgan regionA Lada car collided with a Scania truck after the car's driver entered the oncoming lane at high speed, preliminary reports indicate.
Arkhangelsk Airport Reconstruction Resumes, No Closure in 2026Arkhangelsk Airport Reconstruction Resumes, No Closure in 2026
Arkhangelsk Airport Reconstruction Resumes, No Closure in 2026Arkhangelsk airport will not close during reconstruction in 2026. This was confirmed by the regional government, contrasting with the 2023 closure when flights used Vaskovo airport.
Chita-Moscow train delayed due to railway issues in BuryatiaChita-Moscow train delayed due to railway issues in Buryatia
Chita-Moscow train delayed due to railway issues in BuryatiaA Chita-Moscow train has been delayed by nearly three hours due to technical problems on the East Siberian Railway in Buryatia.
Samara Region Sells 'Sunken' Hovercraft from Fatal CrashSamara Region Sells 'Sunken' Hovercraft from Fatal Crash
Samara Region Sells 'Sunken' Hovercraft from Fatal CrashResidents in Samara Region have noticed an online advertisement selling three Neptune-type hovercraft, one of which sank in 2022, killing a passenger.
Yakutia Transport Ministry Outlines 2026 Lena Bridge Construction PhasesYakutia Transport Ministry Outlines 2026 Lena Bridge Construction Phases
Yakutia Transport Ministry Outlines 2026 Lena Bridge Construction PhasesYakutia's Ministry of Transport has announced the key construction phases for the Lena Bridge in 2026, including building dormitories for workers.