Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
The new Moscow Tram Diameter T1, connecting Metrogorodok and the Universitet metro station, carried over 1.8 million passengers in its first month of operation. The route is 27 kilometers long, making it the longest urban tram diameter in the world.
The T1 tram line covers 13 districts of the capital, providing convenient access to 24 metro stations, the Moscow Central Circle (MCC) and Moscow Central Diameters (MCD), as well as four railway stations. The line is staffed by approximately 50 modern "Lvenok-Moscow" trams equipped with an autonomous driving system, which maintains a consistent interval of just six minutes.
The launch of T1 has reduced travel times in the city center by up to 20%. The new diameter has become a comfortable and efficient means of transportation for more than a million residents of the capital.
"The Moscow T1 tram diameter has demonstrated impressive results in its first month of operation. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported that the T1 trams have already made over 10,000 trips and traveled over 270,000 kilometers. This transport solution has proven its popularity among passengers. We are convinced that autonomous trams are reliable, comfortable, and safe," noted Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.
The success of the first tram diameter confirms the potential for this transport model. In the spring of 2026, the capital plans to launch a second tram diameter, connecting the Novogireevo MCD station with the Chertanovskaya metro station, continuing the expansion of comfortable and modern urban infrastructure.
About Moscow Tram Diameter T1:
The Moscow Tram Diameter T1 is a new urban transportation development project for Moscow, designed to improve accessibility and reduce travel times for residents. It is a modern tram line offering a high level of service and utilizing cutting-edge technology.