Latest Transport News from Russia

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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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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.

Jan 21, 2026

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Irkutsk Road Service Reports 1.5B Ruble Hole, Minister Assures StabilityThe head of Irkutsk Region's Road Service disclosed a 1.5 billion ruble debt to suppliers, but the transport minister promised the crisis will be resolved during a legislative committee meeting.

Jan 21, 2026

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Passengers slide under buses at icy Novosibirsk stop — videoPeople in Novosibirsk are falling when getting off buses at a stop on Tatyana Snezhina Street due to thick ice. Passengers are frightened not only by the slippery surface but also by the rats living in a nearby bin.

Jan 21, 2026

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Ufa Residents Debate Metro Construction as 'Expensive Entertainment'Only 23% of Ufa residents polled support a metro, while 45% advocate for light rail or tram alternatives, according to local media comments.

Jan 21, 2026

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Chelyabinsk Carrier Responds to Traffic Police After Pedestrian AccidentCompany 'Alfa' provided video of the accident and stated that it was the first incident with injuries this year.

Jan 21, 2026

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Bus Company Counters Traffic Police Allegations Over AccidentsIn response to traffic police claims, the bus company on Chelyabinsk's route 22 has provided video of a recent pedestrian accident, stating it was their only injury crash this year.

Jan 21, 2026

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Public vote underway in Kurgan for night bus routesKurgan plans to introduce night bus services until 1:30 a.m., with residents invited to vote on which routes should run.

Jan 21, 2026

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Voronezh Gridlocked by Tuesday Morning TrafficOn Tuesday, January 20, Voronezh faced severe traffic congestion, with jams rated at three points due to accidents and road works, according to Yandex Maps.

Jan 21, 2026

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Arkhangelsk Airport to undergo new reconstruction phaseA new phase of reconstruction for Arkhangelsk's Talagi Airport is set to begin in 2026, supported by nearly 4 billion rubles in federal funding and presidential backing.

Jan 20, 2026

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Yekaterinburg Mayor Announces New Metro StationsThe mayor of Yekaterinburg has announced plans to build two new metro stations, with changes to be incorporated into the city's General Plan.

Jan 20, 2026

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Private Carriers in Ufa to Increase Bus Fares After State-Operated RiseUfa's private bus operators will raise fares on several routes from February 1, with one route reaching 50 rubles ($0.60). This follows a similar announcement from the state-run Bashavtotrans company.

Jan 20, 2026

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Two Morning Flights from Volgograd to Moscow DelayedOne plane returned to Sheremetyevo, and the second flight's departure was delayed by several hours.

Jan 20, 2026

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Two Morning Flights to Moscow Delayed in VolgogradOn January 20, two morning flights from Volgograd to Moscow were disrupted, with one aircraft returning to Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport and the other's departure delayed.

Jan 20, 2026

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Russian fines double for child car seat violationsChanges will also affect taxi drivers.

Jan 20, 2026

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Residents Pay Rising Tolls for Vital River Crossing in ArkhangelskResidents of Plesetsky District are dissatisfied with the cost of crossing the Onega River, which is essential for accessing services and visiting family.

Jan 20, 2026

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Traffic Rules Exams to Be Stiffened: What Awaits Future DriversNew regulations for driver's license exams in Russia will take effect this year, introducing stricter procedures for both theory and practical tests.

Jan 20, 2026

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