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 Line 2: Zamoskvoretskaya and Line 5: Koltsevaya connect the airport with central Moscow, and are usually the most predictable way to travel at busy times.
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, so verify before travel.