Dnipro Metro — Map, Lines, Route, Hours, Tickets

The Dnipro Metro, a compact urban transport system, spans 7.1 kilometres on a single line. It has extensive connections with various other forms of public transport, including trams and trolleybus lines. It is open daily from 5:35 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., and a regular one-way ticket costs 4 hryvnia (about $0.15). There’s no direct connection to Dnipro International Airport, but there is a bus line from Vokzalna railway station to the airport.

The Dnipropetrovsk metro in Ukraine carries approximately 38,400 passengers daily. The service does not operate 24 hours a day, but from 5:35 to 23:00.

The trains are not air-conditioned and do not allow passengers to walk between platforms. The trains are not driverless and the platforms do not have screen doors.

The fare for a trip on the Dnipropetrovsk Metro is 8 hryvnia.

Dnipro Metro Map

Map of Dnipro Metro showing different lines. Click on the map to enlarge it or download the Dnipro Metro map in PDF format.

Dnipro City: Historical Significance and Population

Dnipro, formerly known as Dnipropetrovsk until 2016, is located on the southeastern edge of Ukraine, bordering the Dnieper River. With a population of over one million, it’s the fourth largest city in Ukraine. The city’s robust arms and heavy machinery industries underline its national importance.

Historical Events and Notable Figures

Founded in 1787 by Empress Catherine the Great, Dnipro has witnessed significant historical events such as the Nazi occupation in 1941 and the collapse of Soviet communism in the 1990s. Notably, the city is the birthplace of several prominent Ukrainian political figures.

The Construction of Dnipro Metro

One of the last construction projects undertaken by the former USSR was the Dnipro Metro. Initial studies for the project began in 1979 with the aim of providing a public transport system for the city’s burgeoning population, which was expected to exceed one million – a prerequisite for securing Soviet funding for such a project.

Construction officially began on 20 February 1981. The metro was originally scheduled to open in 1991. However, due to the dissolution of the USSR in that year, the opening was postponed until 1995. So while the USSR initiated the project, the system was inaugurated after its collapse.

Lines and Stations

The Dnipro Metro, a rather compact system, consists of a single operating line of 7.1 kilometres. This line includes six stations, stretching from Vokzalna station, near the city’s eastern railway station, to Pokrovska station on the western side of the city.

Station Details

Vokzalna: Located in the east of the city under Vokzalna Plaza, the station is close to Dnipro Railway Station. It has been in operation since 29 December 1995.
Metrobudivnykiv: Opened on 29 December 1995, this station is named after a monument in honour of the workers who built it. The station has three exits leading to Serhiy Nigoyan Avenue and Ivan Mazepa Avenue.
Metalurhiv: Opened on 29 December 1995, the station’s name is a tribute to the city’s steel workers, many of whom worked in a nearby metal factory. The station’s exits lead to Serhiy Nigoyan Avenue, near the Organ Music Centre.
Zavodska: Opened on 29 December 1995, the station’s name refers to the nearby factories. Exits from the station lead to Mayakovskoho Street.
Prospekt Svobody: Located on Novokodatska Square in the Prospect Svobody district, the station’s name translates as Freedom Avenue. The station has been in operation since 1995.
Pokrovska: Located between Yuria Kondratuka and Velyka Diivska streets in the Chervonyi Kamin and Pokrovsky neighbourhoods, this station serves as the western terminal of the network. Like the other stations, it was opened in 1995.

Operating Hours

The Dnipro Metro operates from 5:35 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. every day of the week, providing continuous service except for infrequent maintenance. Due to its small size, a complete journey from one end to the other takes only 12 to 15 minutes. During weekday peak periods, trains typically arrive 7 minutes apart. At off-peak times and weekends, the average waiting time is around 20 minutes.

Fare Structure

The Dnipro Metro operates a straightforward fare system, likely attributed to the network’s modest size. A ride costs 8 hryvnias (approximately 0.25 USD), payable via a neon green token available at station ticket booths.

For frequent commuters, monthly passes provide unlimited travel across all city tramway, trolleybus, and metro lines. These passes come in two variants:

It is also possible to buy combined monthly tickets.

The cost of a combined ticket (tram-trolleybus-metro) is:

Citizen: 750 UAH.
Student: 375 UAH.

The cost of combined tickets (tram-metro/trolleybus-metro) is:

Citizen: 500 UAH.
Student: 250 UAH.

Connectivity

Despite its size, Dnipro Metro is well connected with numerous public transportation options, such as tramway and trolleybus lines. The available connections at each station are listed below:

Vokzalna: Connects with tramway lines 1, 11, 14, and 15, as well as trolleybus line B.
Metrobudivnykiv: Offers connections with tramway lines 5 and 14, and trolleybus line 4.
Metalurhiv: Connects with tramway lines 5 and 14, and trolleybus line 4.
Zavodska: Links with tramway lines 5 and 14.
Prospekt Svobody: Provides connectivity with tramway line 18.
Pokrovska: No nearby connections are available at this station.

Airport Connection

Although the Dnipro Metro does not have a station directly serving Dnipro International Airport, passengers can use a bus line departing from Vokzalna station to reach the airport.

From the Vokzalna station, passengers should exit the metro station and go to the nearby bus stop to catch bus number 109 on the Stari Kodaky line. After boarding, passengers should stay on the bus until the Aeroport stop. The journey, which includes 39 stops, takes just over an hour as the bus line serves many parts of the city. The fare for this trip is 7 hryvnia ($0.25), which can also be covered by a citizen or student pass.

Although this is an inexpensive option, there are luggage restrictions on both the metro and buses. If you exceed these limits, taxi services or car hire are available outside the airport.

Future Expansions

Three new stations are currently under construction that will extend the network from Vokzalna station, near the Dnipro Central Railway Station, into the city centre.

The first of these new stations will be Teatralna, located near the Performing Arts and Ballet Theatre. The other two, Tsentralna and Muzeina, will be located near the History Museum.

Interestingly, construction was halted in 2009 due to budget constraints, only to be resumed in 2011. It’s speculated that the budget cut was linked to the city not being selected to host the UEFA Europe League in 2012. Later in 2014, President Petro Poroshenko signed an agreement to fund the completion of construction and the addition of six more stations, bringing the total to nine. According to data available at the time, the project was expected to be completed by 2021, adding 11.8 kilometres of railway to the existing network.

Interesting Facts

The number of passengers carried by the Dnipro Metro has been declining steadily since its inception. From 18 million passengers in its first year of operation in 1995, the service carried only 7 million passengers in 2013.
In its early years, the service’s trains consisted of five carriages each. However, due to declining demand, current trains consist of only three carriages.
Each station in the system has a unique interior, making it stand out from the rest.
The Dnipro Metro has its own museum, located on Kurchatov Street, with documents, photo galleries and other artefacts related to the system.
The metro stations are 70 metres underground, as they also serve as shelters against nuclear warheads, a common feature of many metro stations built during the Soviet era.

Rules

Persons under the influence of alcohol or psychotropic substances or wearing foul-smelling clothing will be refused access to the metro.
Passengers must not obstruct other passengers or trains in stations.
It is not allowed to sit on the stairs or platforms.
Running on escalators or platforms is prohibited.
Escalators that are out of order or have safety barriers should not be used.
Littering on the tracks is prohibited.
Access to facilities reserved for metro staff is restricted.
Under no circumstances should passengers enter the tracks. If a valuable item is lost on the tracks, Metro staff should be alerted for assistance.
Attempting to open train doors while the train is in motion or obstructing them while they are closing is not permitted.
Playing musical instruments or playing music through loudspeakers within the system’s facilities is not permitted.
Misuse of the system’s safety equipment is not permitted.
It is not permitted to carry objects that could pose a threat to other passengers.
Taking photographs or video recordings inside the metro facilities requires prior authorisation.
It is forbidden to use the metro facilities for commercial purposes, advertising or similar activities.
Begging is not allowed inside the metro facilities.
Smoking is prohibited in the facilities of the system.
Student tickets can only be used by students.
Luggage exceeding a maximum length of 220 cm is not allowed.
Passengers are not allowed to carry flammable or explosive materials.
Animals of any kind are not allowed in the stations.
Sharp objects must be kept in a sheath or case.

Tourist Attractions

A visit to Dnipro is not complete without a trip to Taras Shevchenko Park in the west of the city. This park offers many rides and entertainment. Divided into two sections, the park houses the Old Student Palace in the first section and a beautiful zoo in the second.

During the summer, visitors can swim in the river that runs through the park. The day can be rounded off with a visit to the Shevchenko Monument, famous for its beautiful sunsets. To get to the park, get off at Pokrovska metro station and take bus number 141, which will take you to the Stari Shliakh stop in 50 minutes.

Another of the city’s landmarks is the Dmytro Yavornytsky National Museum of History. Founded in 1848, it’s the oldest museum in the city and houses over 283,000 artefacts dating from the Paleolithic era to the Second World War. The museum holds relics from much of Dnipro’s history, with a special section dedicated to Cossack artefacts. To get there, get off at Vokzalna station, walk 100 metres to the Dmytra Yavornytskoho Avenue tram stop, take a 101A tram and get off at the Istorychnyi Muzei stop, where the museum is located.