Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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On December 20, Moscow's public transportation will begin operating on two commuter routes. Route 1342 will run to Khimki, and route 1472 will run to Dolgoprudny. Nineteen modern, large-capacity buses will operate on this route.
"Following Sergei Sobyanin's instructions, we are working with the Moscow Region Government to develop the Moscow Transport network of suburban routes. On December 20, we will launch two more routes to the nearest suburbs, replacing the regional carrier. The line will be operated by modern, Russian-made buses, equipped with everything necessary for comfortable and safe travel for all categories of passengers. The buses will run from the Belomorskaya and Skhodnenskaya metro stations to the Khimki and Dolgoprudny urban districts," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.
How to pay for travel
For routes #1342 and #1472, the fare will depend on the distance. You must validate your card twice—on entry and exit. For example, the fare on bus #1342 is 63 to 72 rubles when paid with a Troika card, and 64 to 73 rubles when paid with a bank card. On bus #1472, the fare will be 63 to 120 rubles (with a Troika card) or 64 to 121 rubles (with a bank card).
The following will be available on both routes:
— travel using unlimited “Unified” passes for the “Suburban” zone for 30, 90 or 365 days;
— unlimited “Unified” season tickets for the “Suburban” zone for 30 and 90 days using the Muscovite card for students;
— free travel with the Muscovite card and the Moscow region resident card for privileged categories of citizens, similar to Moscow city routes;
— free travel on all adjacent routes in Moscow (between Moscow and the Moscow region) is also provided to privileged categories of citizens of the Moscow region, including individuals under 60 years of age with the right to free travel on regional routes.
Discounts for transfers to the metro and other routes are not available. The Strelka card will not work. For free transfers to other modes of Moscow transport, you must use the 30-, 90-, or 365-day "Unified" passes for the "Prigorod" zone.
You can purchase and top up your Troika card at Moscow Metro ticket offices and ticket vending machines. This can also be done online via the Moscow Metro or Moscow Transport mobile app. Remote top-ups must be activated at any validator on board the bus.
Moscow transport standards
By 2025, 25 existing commuter routes are planned to be integrated into the Moscow transport system, operating in the northwest and west directions. This was made possible thanks to an agreement between the governments of Moscow and the Moscow region.
City routes #1342 and #1472 will replace suburban routes #342 and #472. They will adopt Moscow public transportation standards. Schedules will be convenient and intervals predictable. Professional drivers will operate the buses.
Modern buses feature climate control, USB ports for charging devices, and media panels. Low-floor buses are suitable for transporting passengers in wheelchairs, bicycles, and strollers.
By 2028, the Moscow transport system plans to integrate at least 30 percent of existing suburban routes. This will make travel more comfortable and provide additional impetus to the development of transport infrastructure in the Moscow region, including the installation of modern bus shelters, dedicated bus lanes, the construction of new and the renovation of existing transport hubs, and increased use of various modes of public transport for daily travel between the Moscow region and Moscow.
In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life Moscow is focusing on modernizing its social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading its rolling stock. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.
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