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Trains between Moscow and St. Petersburg

Travel in style by train between Moscow and St. Petersburg. Choose your Moscow train from the list below. Every Moscow St.Petersburg train has a different personality read the descriptions to learn more. Happy travels!

Afanasy Nikitin train

№ 38 Moscow - St. Petersburg		№ 37 St. Petersburg - Moscow
Departure Moscow:	00:44	Departure St. Petersburg:	22:15
Arrival St. Petersburg:	08:48	Arrival Moscow:	05:24
Trip Duration:	08:04	Trip Duration:	07:09

Afanasy Nikitin train is named in honour of famous Russian traveler and writer Afanasy Nikitin. The first trip took place in the 1991 along route Moscow - Vyborg, but then it was reduced to Moscow - Saint Petersburg.
Afanasy Nikitin operates daily. It has 1st, 2nd, 3rd class compartments and also a nice dining car.

Arktika train

№ 16 Moscow - Murmansk		№ 15 Murmansk - Moscow
Departure Moscow:	01:00	Departure Murmansk:	19:25
Arrival Murmansk:	12:32	Arrival Moscow:	07:26
Trip Duration:	1d 11:32	Trip Duration:	1d 12:01

This is firmeny train between Moscow and Murmansk that makes a long stop in Saint Petersburg, Ladozhsky train station.
There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd class compartments. All beds in all types of cars are very comfortable and have unique decoration in blue colors.

Express train

№ 4 Moscow - St. Petersburg		№ 3 St. Petersburg - Moscow
Departure Moscow:	23:59	Departure St. Petersburg:	23:59
Arrival St. Petersburg:	08:00	Arrival Moscow:	08:00
Trip Duration:	08:01	Trip Duration:	08:01

The Express is a fast Moscow train with increased level of service running between Saint Petersburg and Moscow. The train has both 1st and 2nd class cabins.
First class consists of a cabin for 2 people including bed linen, a few magazines and a hot meal while 2nd class is a cabin for 4 people including bed linen, a few magazines and a lunch box.

Grand Express train

№ 53 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 54 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	23:42	Departure Moscow:	23:40
Arrival Moscow:	08:35	Arrival St. Petersburg:	08:35
Trip Duration:	08:53	Trip Duration:	08:55

Grand Express is the most luxurious train that operates between Moscow and Saint-Petersburg. The train has 1st, Premium, Grand, Imperial and Grand De Lux class compartments. First class consists of a cabin for 2 people including bed linen and a few magazines. VIP cabins are available including everything as in 1st class as well as a WC and sink. The Grand and Grand Delux cabins consist of a wardrobe, DVD, TV, air conditioner, internet access, heating and noise insulation, dressing gown and slippers (an entire compartment must be purchased - 2 tickets). This St. Petersburg train has a nice dining car that serves good meals. Also you can order food and drinks to compartment.

Megapolis train

№ 20 Moscow - St. Petersburg		№ 19 St. Petersburg - Moscow
Departure Moscow:	00:54	Departure St. Petersburg:	00:20
Arrival St. Petersburg:	09:00	Arrival Moscow:	09:00
Trip Duration:	08:06	Trip Duration:	08:40

Express train "Megapolis» № 19/20 is operating between Moscow and Saint Petersburg daily since October 2006. The train consists of new modern kupe and SV carriages, released by the largest in Europe Tver Carriage-building factory.
Design details of the carraige interior and equipment were designed specifically for the company "Tver Express."

Nevskiy Express train

№ 167 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 168 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	14:30	Departure Moscow:	16:40
Arrival Moscow:	18:40	Arrival St. Petersburg:	20:50
Trip Duration:	04:10	Trip Duration:	04:10

Nevsky Express (№ 167/168) is a high-speed passenger train traveling between Moscow and St. Petersburg, which has been operating since 2001. It operates daily without any stops.
Train "Nevsky Express" consists of 11 cars (1st and 2nd class seats), a dining car and locomotive.
Railroad train "Nevsky Express" has armchairs, a business class fare includes meals, daily newspapers and toiletries.

Northern Palmira train

№ 27 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 28 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	22:40	Departure Moscow:	21:27
Arrival Moscow:	05:57	Arrival St. Petersburg:	05:17
Trip Duration:	07:17	Trip Duration:	07:50

This is a fast St. Petersburg train with increased levels of service called a "Firmenny" train. In summer this train goes between St Petersburg to Adler (The South of Russia) and during other periods it is used to carry passengers from Moscow to St Petersburg and back. 2nd class cabins are available, which consist of a cabin with a sleeping berth for 4 people. Bed linen, light breakfast, tee, coffee are included.

Red Arrow train

№ 1 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 2 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	23:55	Departure Moscow:	23:55
Arrival Moscow:	07:55	Arrival St. Petersburg:	07:55
Trip Duration:	08:00	Trip Duration:	08:00

The Red Arrow is probably the most famous Russian train. In Soviet times, it carried the Communist Party elite between Moscow and what was then Leningrad. It is still one of the most popular trains between Moscow and St. Petersburg. The train even has its own theme song that plays as it departs from the station. The train has Deluxe, 1st and 2nd class compartments. First class consists of a cabin for 2 people including bed linen and a few magazines for free and a hot meal at extra charge, while 2nd class is a cabin for 4 people including bed linen and a few magazines for free and a lunch box at extra charge. Also Deluxe cabins are available including everything as in 1st class as well as a shower. The train also has a nice dining car that serves good meals. For the full Russian rail experience, this is the train for you.

Sapsan (151/152) train

№ 151 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 152 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	06:45	Departure Moscow:	06:45
Arrival Moscow:	10:25	Arrival St. Petersburg:	10:25
Trip Duration:	03:40	Trip Duration:	03:40

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also children´s packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (153/154) train

№ 153 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 154 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	07:00	Departure Moscow:	07:00
Arrival Moscow:	10:50	Arrival St. Petersburg:	10:50
Trip Duration:	03:50	Trip Duration:	03:50

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (157/158) train

№ 157 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 158 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	13:30	Departure Moscow:	13:30
Arrival Moscow:	17:40	Arrival St. Petersburg:	17:40
Trip Duration:	04:10	Trip Duration:	04:10

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (159/160) train

№ 159 Moscow - St. Petersburg		№ 160 St. Petersburg - Moscow
Departure Moscow:	n/a	Departure St. Petersburg:	n/a
Arrival St. Petersburg:	n/a	Arrival Moscow:	n/a
Trip Duration:	n/a	Trip Duration:	n/a

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (161/162) train

№ 161 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 162 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	15:00	Departure Moscow:	16:30
Arrival Moscow:	18:50	Arrival St. Petersburg:	20:25
Trip Duration:	03:50	Trip Duration:	03:55

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (163/164) train

№ 163 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 164 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	19:25	Departure Moscow:	19:25
Arrival Moscow:	23:14	Arrival St. Petersburg:	23:14
Trip Duration:	03:49	Trip Duration:	03:49

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Sapsan (165/166) train

№ 165 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 166 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	19:45	Departure Moscow:	19:45
Arrival Moscow:	23:25	Arrival St. Petersburg:	23:25
Trip Duration:	03:40	Trip Duration:	03:40

The Sapsan is a high-speed electric Moscow train of the Velaro RUS series produced by Siemens Transportation Systems, and capable of a maximum speed of 250 km/h. The train was named after the fastest bird on the planet. The peregrine falcon, known in Russian as the sapsan, can reach speeds of over 322 km/h, or 90 m/s. Each train has 10 carriages, of which two are first class and eight are second class. The price of a first class ticket includes hot food (with a choice of meals), as well as reading materials and travel packs (containing ear plugs, eye masks, and slippers), and also childrenґs packs. Passengers in second class carriages can order hot food from the bistro carriage for additional payment, use the internet, and also access video and audio programmes. Buying a Russian train ticket on the Sapsan through our company is easy.

Smena train

№ 25 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 26 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	23:00	Departure Moscow:	23:00
Arrival Moscow:	07:14	Arrival St. Petersburg:	06:39
Trip Duration:	08:14	Trip Duration:	07:39

Smena is a high quality passenger train running between Moscow and St. Petersburg quite similar to the Red Arrow (however, it doesnВґt have its own theme song). The train has both 1st and 2nd class cabins. First class consists of a cabin for 2 people including bed linen, a few magazines and a hot meal while 2nd class is a cabin for 4 people including bed linen, a few magazines and a lunch box. To purchase a Russian train ticket on the Smena, please contact us.

Two capitals train

№ 63 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 64 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	23:36	Departure Moscow:	22:10
Arrival Moscow:	06:35	Arrival St. Petersburg:	06:00
Trip Duration:	06:59	Trip Duration:	07:50

Firmeny train Two capitals operates along route Moscow-St-Petersburg since the 2005. This train is less expensive in comparison with other trains along this popular route and it has 3rd class carriages. All the compartments have air conditioning and heating. Two capitals doesnґt make stops during the trip and it will take about 8 hours.

Volga train

№ 59 St. Petersburg - Moscow		№ 60 Moscow - St. Petersburg
Departure St. Petersburg:	17:14	Departure Moscow:	n/a
Arrival Moscow:	01:43	Arrival St. Petersburg:	n/a
Trip Duration:	08:29	Trip Duration:	n/a

This train was recently renewed: the coaches are equipped with conditioners, microwaves and fridges. There are also compartments for handicapped people available. The 1st class coupes are equipped with TV and soft berths. The interior of compartments and the staff clothes are blue. There is also a restaurant in this train.

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