Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo to Belorussky station in 35 minutes, then metro into the city — complete guide with fares, timings, and MCD alternative.
At a Glance
- Airport
- Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
- Journey time
- ~35 min Aeroexpress to Belorusskaya, then metro to centre
- Fare estimate
- ₽650 Aeroexpress + ₽57 metro (total ~₽707)
- Metro lines
- Line 2 — Zamoskvoretskaya Line 5 — Koltsevaya
How to Get from Sheremetyevo International Airport to the City
The Moscow Metro is the fastest public transport option for getting between Moscow city and the airport area. The Line 2 — Zamoskvoretskaya and Line 5 — Koltsevaya connect the nearest metro station to the city centre.
Travel Tips
- Aeroexpress runs every 30 minutes from SVO Terminal D to Belorussky station — the fastest, most reliable option.
- At Belorusskaya, transfer to Line 2 (green) or Line 5 (brown circle) for onward travel.
- Buy an Aeroexpress ticket at the airport before boarding — no ticket, no travel.
- The MCD D1 (Moscow Central Diameters) also connects SVO to central Moscow — cheaper (₽57) but takes longer.
- Domodedovo Airport (DME) is served by Aeroexpress from Paveletsky station; Vnukovo (VKO) from Kievsky station.
- Taxi from SVO to central Moscow costs ₽1,500–₽2,500 depending on destination and traffic.
Paying for the Journey
Payment methods: Troika card (rechargeable) · Face Pay (biometric) · Contactless bank card · Single-trip paper ticket · QR code ticket (Mosmetro app).
💡 The Troika card (₽50 deposit, refundable) gives the flat ₽57 fare per trip — far cheaper than single-trip paper tickets (₽75). The card also works on all MCC, MCD, trams, buses, and the monorail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a metro directly to Sheremetyevo Airport?
No — the Moscow Metro does not reach SVO directly. Take the Aeroexpress train (₽650, 35 min) from Terminal D to Belorussky station, then connect to the metro. The MCD D1 line is a cheaper alternative but takes longer.
How much is the total journey from SVO to Red Square?
About ₽707: Aeroexpress ₽650 + metro ₽57. From Belorusskaya, take Line 5 (circle) to Okhotny Ryad (3 stops), then walk to Red Square (5 min). Total journey 50–60 minutes.
Does Aeroexpress run 24 hours?
No — Aeroexpress from SVO runs approximately 05:30 to 00:30. Check the Aeroexpress website for exact timetables. Taxis are the only option for very late arrivals.
What about Domodedovo and Vnukovo airports?
Domodedovo: Aeroexpress from Paveletskaya station (Lines 2, 5). Vnukovo: Aeroexpress from Kievskaya station (Lines 3, 4, 5). All three airport trains run roughly every 30 minutes and cost ₽650.
See also: Moscow Metro ticket prices · Payment card guide · Full Moscow Metro guide
Source: Moscow Metropolitan (Moskovsky Metropoliten). Journey times and fares are indicative — verify before travel.