The Volgograd Metrotram, also called Skorostnoy Tramvay or ST, is a hybrid light rail and tramway system in Volgograd, Russia. It opened on 5 November 1984 and links the northern suburbs with the city center along the Volga River corridor. The system has 22 stations on a 17.3 km (10.7 mi) route, combining surface tram tracks with underground and elevated sections.
| Key | Information |
|---|---|
| System type | Hybrid light rail, metro-style tram, and part of Volgograd public transport |
| Opened | 5 November 1984 |
| Route length | 17.3 km (10.7 mi) |
| Stations | 22 stations |
| Main routes | ST and ST-2, with service patterns that have changed over time |
| Infrastructure | Mostly surface running, with five underground stations and one elevated station in the southern section |
| Typical operating hours | 6:00 to 0:30, according to the supplied timetable information |
Volgograd Metro Map
Map of Volgograd Metro showing different lines. Click on the map to enlarge it or download the Volgograd Metro map in PDF format.
Volgograd Metro Lines and Stations
The Volgograd Metrotram is a single light rail line used by two routes, ST and ST-2. It serves as local transport and city transport for trips between the northern districts and central Volgograd, then continues toward the southern underground section.
The line runs for 17.3 km (10.7 mi) and serves 22 stations. Most of the route uses reserved surface tram tracks, while the southern part includes underground stations and one elevated station. If you are checking a stations map or building a route plan, note that the underground operating pattern is unusual: between TRK Europa City Mall and Pionerskaya, trains use left-hand running for island platforms; between Pionerskaya and Yel’shanka, bidirectional vehicles use right-hand running with doors on both sides.
| Station | Details |
|---|---|
| Traktornyy Zavod | Northern end of the route, also referred to as VGTZ |
| Khlebozavod | Station on the north-to-south stations list |
| Vodootstoy | Station on the northern surface section |
| Bol’nitsa Il’icha | Station on the north-to-south route |
| Zavod Barrikady | Station serving the corridor toward central Volgograd |
| 14-ya Gimnaziya | Station on the shared Metrotram alignment |
| Stadion Monolit | Interchange point with tram line 13; formerly listed as an ST-2 terminus before July 2018 |
| Zavod Krasniy Oktyabr’ | Station on the route toward the city center |
| Ulitsa 39-y Gv. Divizii | Station on the Metrotram stations list |
| Ploshchad’ Vozrozhdeniya | Station on the central approach |
| Dvorets Sporta | Station on the north-to-south line |
| Mamaev Kurgan | Useful for reaching the Mamaev Kurgan memorial area |
| Tsentral’niy Stadion | Station on the central section |
| TsPKiO | Station on the route before the underground city-center section |
| TRK Europa City Mall | Start of the section where left-hand running is used toward Pionerskaya |
| Ploshchad’ Lenina | Central station near Ploshchad Lenina |
| Komsomol’skaya | Central station used in the airport connection described below |
| Pionerskaya | Transition area between the older and newer underground operating sections |
| Pl. Chekistov | Southern terminus of the original ST route in the supplied materials |
| Profsoyuznaya | Station on the newer southern underground extension |
| Teatr Yunogo Zritelya | Station on the southern extension toward Yel’shanka |
| Yel’shanka | Southern terminus on ST-2 |
The route table in the supplied material lists ST as Traktornyj Zavod or VGTZ to Ploshchad Chekistov, opened in 1984 with 19 stations, and ST-2 as Traktornyj Zavod or VGTZ to Yel’shanka, opened in 2011 with 21 stations. Before July 2018, ST-2 terminated at Stadion Monolit, while ST ended at VGTZ. In November 2020, the ST route was suspended for track and power line renovation.
Planned stations named in the material include Novosibirskaya, Agrarnyj Universitet, Tormosilovskaya, Panfilovskaya, Kuporosnaya balka, and Gosuniversitet.
Prices, tickets and discounts
The supplied fare information lists a single Metrotram journey at 10 rubles, about $0.10. A separate airport-connection note lists the light railway fare at 25 rubles, about $0.25. Because these figures come from different parts of the supplied material, check the current ticket price before you ride.
Tickets are sold at the box office. Entrances have turnstiles, and ticket inspectors may check fares inside the cars. The available material does not specify a fare calculator, pass, day pass, transport card, or discount program for this system.
| Key | Information |
|---|---|
| Single fare listed | 10 rubles, about $0.10 |
| Airport-connection light railway fare listed | 25 rubles, about $0.25 |
| Ticket sales | Box office |
| Fare control | Turnstiles and ticket inspectors |
| Discounts | No additional discounts or reduced fares are specified in the supplied material |
Timetable & Operating Hours
The supplied train schedule describes daily operating hours from 6:00 to 0:30. In practical terms, the opening hours start at 6:00, while 0:30 is the listed closing time. For timings today or schedule today, check current local notices before traveling, especially because ST service has previously been suspended for renovation.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Starting time | 6:00 |
| Closing time | 0:30 |
| Daytime frequency | About every 3 minutes |
| Peak frequency | About every 90 seconds |
| Late evening frequency | After 23:00, about every 25 minutes |
| Last train | Specific last train times by station are not listed in the supplied material |
| Route timetable notes | Available materials list ST or ST-1 and ST-2 service patterns, but route details have changed over time |
The main running time detail provided for the wider trip planning section is the airport connection: the tram segment from Dom Tekhniki to Kosmonavtov St. takes around 19 minutes, while the bus segment to the airport takes around 48 minutes. For everyday Metrotram trips, use the route timetable at the station when available.
Connections
The Volgograd Metrotram connects with the wider tram network and works as part of transportation in Volgograd. The two main routes share most of the same alignment but differ at the southern end, so it is worth checking the route name before boarding.
Stadion Monolit is the main interchange named in the material, with a connection to tram line 13. VGTZ is listed as the northern terminus in the route information, while Yel’shanka is the southern terminus on ST-2. Before July 2018, ST-2 terminated at Stadion Monolit, and ST ended at VGTZ.
| Station | Details |
|---|---|
| VGTZ | Northern terminus listed for ST route information |
| Stadion Monolit | Interchange with tram line 13 |
| Yel’shanka | Southern terminus on ST-2 |
In November 2020, the ST route was suspended for renovation of tracks and power lines. That makes current service checks important if your route plan depends on a specific branch or path train connection.
Connecting to Volgograd International Airport
The Volgograd Metrotram does not run directly to Volgograd International Airport, and there are no Metrotram stations at the airport. You can still make the trip by combining the Metrotram with a tram and bus connection.
From the city, travel by Metrotram toward Komsomol Street. From there, go to the surface and walk about 0.12 km (0.07 mi) to the Dom Tekhniki tram stop. Take the tram for 13 stops to the Kosmonavtov St. terminal; this part usually takes around 19 minutes. Then transfer to bus 6K, which connects with the tramway, and ride about 48 minutes over 20 stops to the Aeroport terminal in front of the airport.
The full journey from Komsomol Street Metro Station to Volgograd International Airport takes around two hours. In the opposite direction, start at the Aeroport bus stop outside the terminal, take bus 6K or another downtown service to Kosmonavtov St., then continue by tram toward Dom Tekhniki and return to the Metrotram at Komsomol Street.
For this airport connection, the supplied material lists the Metrotram or light railway fare as 25 rubles, about $0.25.
History
The Volgograd Metrotram opened on 5 November 1984 as Skorostnoy Tramvay, a light rail system built to metro standards. The concept allowed for possible conversion to a full metro line later, while still using tram-style operation across much of the route.
The first stage connected Traktornyj Zavod, also called VGTZ, with Ploshchad Chekistov. At opening, the line was 13.5 km (8.4 mi) long, including 3.5 km (2.2 mi) underground. This stage included three underground or elevated stations in the city center and improved transport links between the northern districts and central Volgograd.
Construction of the second stage began in 1985 and took many years. The extension opened in 2011, adding three underground stations south of Pionerskaya and extending service to Yel’shanka. After that expansion, the total network length reached 17.3 km (10.7 mi).
The system now has 22 stations. Most of the route runs on reserved surface tram tracks, while the southern section includes five underground stations and one elevated station. In November 2020, the ST route was suspended so tracks and power lines could be renovated.
Expansion Plans
Expansion plans for the Volgograd Metrotram focus on extending the system farther south and modernizing the current line. Historical materials describe a proposed southward extension from Yel’shanka with additional underground stations, including Novosibirskaya, Agrarnyj Universitet, Tormosilovskaya, Panfilovskaya, Kuporosnaya balka, and Gosuniversitet.
Another long-term idea mentioned in the supplied material is to continue the line toward the university area and possibly farther toward Spartakovka and the Volga hydroelectric station.
Modernization work is also described as part of a broader tram infrastructure program. Reported works include reconstruction of the high-speed tram line, a new section of about 5 km (3.1 mi), modernization of two underground stations, 11 traction substations, and one tram depot, plus new rolling stock. The program also includes track renewals, stop improvements, and digital passenger services.
According to the supplied material, the modernization program is expected to continue through 2028, with implementation adjusted as the project develops.
Tips and Rules
The Volgograd Metrotram feels like both a tram and a metro, so plan with that hybrid layout in mind. It has surface, underground, and elevated sections, and the route covers a long stretch of the city along the Volga River.
- Check the current working hours and operating status before traveling, especially if you need the ST route.
- Use the route names carefully. ST and ST-2 serve different end points in the supplied route information.
- Allow extra time for transfers, since some trips combine Metrotram, trams, and bus services.
- For a safe and smoother trip, pay attention to platform direction in the underground section, where running arrangements change.
- Plan ahead for accessibility. The supplied information says stations do not have elevators or wheelchair platforms.
- No station parking, parking charges, or parking charges per day are specified in the supplied material.
If you are using the Metrotram as a visitor, keep the stations list close at hand. The line is simple on paper, but the mixed right-hand and left-hand running on underground sections can surprise first-time riders.
Nearby Attractions
Volgograd stretches along the right bank of the Volga, and many major sights are clustered in the Central District around Prospekt Lenina and Mamaev Kurgan. The Metrotram can be a practical way to reach several important landmarks, especially around the central route.
Central District sights
- Pamyat’ State Museum – a small museum in the basement of the TsUM department store on Ploschad Pavshykh Borstov, open daily except Sundays from 09:00 to 17:00.
- Battle of Stalingrad Museum-Panorama Complex – one of the city’s major World War II museums, located at 47 Ulitsa imena Marshala VI Chuikova, open 10:00 to 18:00 and closed on Mondays.
- Planetarium – a Soviet-era landmark gifted to the city in 1954, topped with a statue of a woman holding a globe.
- Vladimir Lenin Monument – the main Lenin statue in the city center, standing on Ploshchad Lenina near the memorial arch around Pavlov’s House.
Mamaev Kurgan and beyond
- Joseph Stalin Museum – a small museum inside the hotel and cultural center next to the Mamaev Kurgan memorial complex.
- Vladimir Lenin Monument and the Volga-Don Canal – the world’s largest Lenin statue, standing 27 meters high on a 30-meter pedestal in the southern part of the city.
- Mamaev Kurgan – one of Volgograd’s best-known memorial areas and a major stop on many city tours.
The Metrotram itself is also part of the sightseeing experience. With 22 stations, a mix of surface and underground running, and a route through key districts, it gives visitors a direct look at one of Volgograd’s most distinctive transport systems.