Latest Transport News from Russia

Svetly Yar residents outraged by erratic Volgograd bus serviceSvetly Yar residents outraged by erratic Volgograd bus service
Svetly Yar residents outraged by erratic Volgograd bus serviceResidents of Svetly Yar say drivers of bus No. 115 ignore the schedule and pick up passengers at their own convenience.
Omsk Has Cheapest Fuel in SiberiaOmsk Has Cheapest Fuel in Siberia
Omsk Has Cheapest Fuel in SiberiaOmsk Oblast had the lowest fuel prices in the Siberian Federal District in December, though some grades were cheaper in Tomsk.
Training Firing Drills Scheduled Three Times in SochiTraining Firing Drills Scheduled Three Times in Sochi
Training Firing Drills Scheduled Three Times in SochiMilitary training firing drills are set for various times throughout the day in Sochi, with authorities urging the public to stay calm.
Priora Driver Dies After Crashing into Brick FencePriora Driver Dies After Crashing into Brick Fence
Priora Driver Dies After Crashing into Brick FenceA 38-year-old man lost control of his car at high speed, crashing into a brick fence in Georgiyevsk and dying at the scene.
Frost forces Yekaterinburg trams to alter routesFrost forces Yekaterinburg trams to alter routes
Frost forces Yekaterinburg trams to alter routesDue to abnormal cold, trams in the city center were redirected to other streets. The temporary changes were in effect until 12:00 on January 23.
Frost forces trams in central Yekaterinburg onto detoursFrost forces trams in central Yekaterinburg onto detours
Frost forces trams in central Yekaterinburg onto detoursExtreme cold in Yekaterinburg caused trams to skid and roll back on icy rails, prompting route changes. Here are the temporary routes in effect.
Direct Flight to Connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-MarDirect Flight to Connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-Mar
Direct Flight to Connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-MarDirect flights between Yaroslavl and the capital of the Nenets Autonomous District will begin in spring 2026. The flights will be operated by the airline 'RusLine'.
New flights to connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-Mar starting in 2026New flights to connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-Mar starting in 2026
New flights to connect Yaroslavl and Naryan-Mar starting in 2026A new air route linking Yaroslavl and Naryan-Mar will launch on March 31, 2026, offering access to Arctic tourism and Nenets culture.
Court Orders Bashavtotrans to Pay for Historic Mansion RepairsCourt Orders Bashavtotrans to Pay for Historic Mansion Repairs
Court Orders Bashavtotrans to Pay for Historic Mansion RepairsA court in Bashkortostan has ruled that the state-owned carrier Bashavtotrans must pay for repairs to a historic mansion in Ufa damaged in a bus crash, even though the accident was caused by a competitor's vehicle.
Kurgan Residents Report Freezing Buses on Utyak Route, City RespondsKurgan Residents Report Freezing Buses on Utyak Route, City Responds
Kurgan Residents Report Freezing Buses on Utyak Route, City RespondsComplaints about the bus route to Utyak microdistrict have been pouring in from passengers.
Samara to widen key bridge and road to four lanesSamara to widen key bridge and road to four lanes
Samara to widen key bridge and road to four lanesA road and bridge in Samara's Kuibyshevsky district will be expanded to four lanes, a project initiated after local residents appealed to the mayor.
Minibus Crashes into Ditch Near Rtishchevo; Two Women InjuredMinibus Crashes into Ditch Near Rtishchevo; Two Women Injured
Minibus Crashes into Ditch Near Rtishchevo; Two Women InjuredA van veered off the road and into a snow-filled ditch near the village of Malinovka. The vehicle resembled a minibus taxi but was not one, according to traffic police.
What roads will 3.86 billion rubles repair in Kuzbass?What roads will 3.86 billion rubles repair in Kuzbass?
What roads will 3.86 billion rubles repair in Kuzbass?Almost 70 kilometers of roads and five structures will be repaired in the Kuzbass region this year under the national 'Infrastructure for Life' project.
Ermak train with Novosibirsk symbols enters metro serviceErmak train with Novosibirsk symbols enters metro service
Ermak train with Novosibirsk symbols enters metro serviceThe Ermak train, adorned with symbols of Novosibirsk, has begun operating on the Leninskaya Line of the city's metro system, with rides available during specific hours.
Blogger in Yekaterinburg Stripped of License for Illegal Plate FramesBlogger in Yekaterinburg Stripped of License for Illegal Plate Frames
Blogger in Yekaterinburg Stripped of License for Illegal Plate FramesPopular blogger Sveta Ananas from Yekaterinburg has lost her driver's license for a year and one month after police found her Mercedes G-Class equipped with magnetic license plate frames.
Barnaul plans extensive road repairs with billions allocated for 2026Barnaul plans extensive road repairs with billions allocated for 2026
Barnaul plans extensive road repairs with billions allocated for 2026The Barnaul city administration has approved road repair plans for 2026, allocating nearly 2.9 billion rubles (approximately $29 million at current rates) to fix over 18 kilometers of key arteries and improve rural areas.
Drivers in Yekaterinburg Clutter Bus Seats with JunkDrivers in Yekaterinburg Clutter Bus Seats with Junk
Drivers in Yekaterinburg Clutter Bus Seats with JunkDrivers of route buses in Yekaterinburg are blocking front passenger seats with various items, citing theft concerns or claiming they are for service use. The city's transport department considers this a violation of regulations.
Yekaterinburg Bus Drivers Clutter Seats with JunkYekaterinburg Bus Drivers Clutter Seats with Junk
Yekaterinburg Bus Drivers Clutter Seats with JunkBus drivers in Yekaterinburg are filling seats near them with ropes, cans, and other items to prevent passengers from sitting, citing theft fears and claiming the seats are for official use.
Truck Blocks Gorbaty Bridge in Novosibirsk, Trams ReroutedTruck Blocks Gorbaty Bridge in Novosibirsk, Trams Rerouted
Truck Blocks Gorbaty Bridge in Novosibirsk, Trams ReroutedOn Friday, January 23, a truck overturned on Gorbaty Bridge in Novosibirsk's Dzerzhinsky district, blocking all lanes and causing a major traffic jam. Trams were forced to change their routes due to the obstruction.
Flight from Khabarovsk to Chita delayed more than 10 hoursFlight from Khabarovsk to Chita delayed more than 10 hours
Flight from Khabarovsk to Chita delayed more than 10 hoursA Yakutia airline flight from Khabarovsk to Chita has been delayed more than 10 hours, with the return service also postponed.
Barnaul conductor on workdays, passengers, and pulled emergency brakesBarnaul conductor on workdays, passengers, and pulled emergency brakes
Barnaul conductor on workdays, passengers, and pulled emergency brakesAleksandra Pogran, a conductor from Barnaul, talks about the nuances of her job on the Barnaul–Adler train route, including dealing with passengers and emergency situations.
No More Tariff Zones? Fare Change for Moscow–Khimki Buses AnnouncedNo More Tariff Zones? Fare Change for Moscow–Khimki Buses Announced
No More Tariff Zones? Fare Change for Moscow–Khimki Buses AnnouncedAuthorities have announced a change to the payment system on bus routes linking Moscow and Khimki, shifting from a zonal to a fixed fare.
Expert: Sheremetyevo biometric boarding test won't see rushExpert: Sheremetyevo biometric boarding test won't see rush
Expert: Sheremetyevo biometric boarding test won't see rushStarting 1 June 2026, Sheremetyevo Airport will test passport-free boarding on select Aeroflot flights. A transport expert explains what it means for passengers and whether it will make flying cheaper.
Authorities announce timeline for ending route changesAuthorities announce timeline for ending route changes
Authorities announce timeline for ending route changesAdjustments to public transport routes in Nizhny Novgorod will continue until the new metro stations open, planned for 2027.