Transport

In Nizhny Novgorod, there are the following types of transport: bus, shuttle bus (usually called "marshrutka"), trolleybus, tram, metro, and taxi.

Metro

The metro is 21.6 km long and includes two metro lines and 15 stations. All stations, except "Gorkovskaya", are located in the downtown. Metro entrances are marked with a large red letter 'M'.

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Basic rules for using the metro safely:

Tram

Nizhny Novgorod is one of the first cities in Russia to have an electric tram. The city now has 14 tram lines.

Bus

There are more than 60 bus lines in the city. There are two types of buses: municipal bus and shuttle bus (“marshrutka” bus). Month tickets and student bus cards don’t work in marshrutka buses. Marshrutka buses stop only by passenger's request (sound call (one call for a front door, two calls for a back door) from inside and waving down from outside (when you’re on a bus stop)).

Ticket prices on public transport

The cost of a one-way ticket on buses, trams, trolleybuses, and the metro is from 26 to 35 RUB (depending on the payment method (card or cash).

You can check out the transport schedule on the website and in the BusTime app.

We also recommend you to download apps with a map of Nizhny Novgorod, which describe in detail how to get around the city on public transport. We recommend the following apps: Yandex Map \ 2GIS \ Google Maps.

Carefully read this guidelines and tips for using public transport below:

When traveling by bus, trolleybus, or tram, you can pay for your fare in cash or by card.
A conductor comes to you and accepts the fare when you enter a public transport. If the transport does not have a conductor, you will need to pay your fare to the driver (in cash) or in validator (by card) yourself.
In public transport, that is common to give up seats to pregnant women, the aged and the disabled.
While on the bus, you should be prepared for someone to pass you money. They aren't being generous, they want you to continue passing their money up until it reaches the driver or the conductor. Sometimes they will just tap your shoulder, other times they will say "peredaite" or pass this forward. Just take the money and do the same thing to someone in front of you. If this happens to you remember who gave you the money as you have to pass them back the ticket. If you can't reach the conductor or driver, feel free to do this, it's very normal and the easiest way to pay on a crowded bus.
Fine is stipulated in case of ticketless passage (controllers work at the lines).
Boarding and getting out is allowed to/from any door.
Municipal buses as well as trams and trolleybuses stop at all the stops.
Marshrutkas stop only by passenger's request.
To hail a marshrutka bus, raise your hand to show that you'd like the bus driver to stop. Make sure you are standing in a visible location so the driver can clearly see you.
To get off a bus, press the stop button well before your stop, at least 100 metres, to allow the driver to stop smoothly and safely.
Keep a close eye on your belongings, do not leave them unattended, and make sure that you do not forget them on public transport before leaving.
Keep a close eye on your bags or backpack in transport, do not leave them open. Keep your bags in front of you.
Try not to carry large sums of cash with you and do not keep your bank card and PIN.
There are few night routes.
The number 2 tram, 2 bus, or 2 marshrutka go to different places.

Taxi

If you’re going to move by taxi, we recommend you to download the following apps for booking a taxi on your phone: Yandex taxi, Uber Russia.

Important information about taxi:

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