The Fili Metro Station is a surface station on the Filyovskaya Line, Line 4, and it opened on 7 November 1959 as the last surface side-platform station on the line. It has two side platforms and two glazed vestibules on an upper level, at both ends of the station.
It is the closest Metro stop for the Church of the Intercession at Fili, a landmark of the Naryshkin Baroque style about half a kilometer away. This guide explains what the open-air station looks like, how the vestibules connect the two platforms, how fares and payment work for tourists, when the station is busy, and how to combine the stop with Fili Park and the nearby churches and river pier.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Фили |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1959 |
| Architect(s) | Robert Pogrebnoi and Yuriy Zenkevich |
| Address | Fili area, Filyovsky Park district, Moscow, on the Filyovskaya Line OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Filyovsky Park |
| Interchanges | Fili (Line 4, light blue, the station itself, a surface station with two side platforms and two glazed upper-level vestibules) Bagrationovskaya (Line 4, light blue, the next station toward Kuntsevskaya, also on the surface) Kutuzovskaya (Line 4, light blue, the previous station toward Aleksandrovsky Sad, with a transfer to the Moscow Central Circle) |
| Opening hours | The Metro runs daily from early morning until about 01:00, with exact first and last train times differing by station and line, so check the operator's site for this station (as of October 2026 – check the official site, mosmetro.ru). |
| Best time to visit | Mid-morning, early afternoon and the evening after the rush are the calmest, while weekday rush hours are busy. The platforms are open to the weather, so winter wind and summer sun are part of the visit. |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Fili Metro Station?
The station is a good example of the open-air stops of the Filyovskaya Line, with side platforms and upper-level glass vestibules that let passengers cross from one platform to the other. It was designed by Robert Pogrebnoi and Yuriy Zenkevich and opened in 1959.
Its practical value is its location: it is the stop for the Church of the Intercession at Fili, the red and white church built for the boyar Lev Naryshkin in the early 1690s, and a starting point for Fili Park and the river bank. A visit to the station itself takes only a few minutes, and it is free to see with a fare.
How Fili Metro Station Is Laid Out
The station is on the surface with two side platforms, one for each direction, and two glazed upper-level entrance vestibules at both ends of the station that allow passengers to change platforms.
The next stations are Bagrationovskaya toward Kuntsevskaya and Kutuzovskaya toward Aleksandrovsky Sad. Because the layout of the exits and the state of the reconstruction announced in 2017 were not verified, follow the signs and check the operator’s map for the exit toward Novozavodskaya Street and the church.
Highlights of Fili Metro Station
The glazed upper-level vestibules
Two glazed vestibules on the upper level stand at both ends of the station, and passengers cross between the side platforms through them. Look at the glass halls above the tracks. Check which vestibule is nearest to your exit.
Tip: Use the vestibule at the end nearest your destination.
The side platforms
The station has two side platforms, which makes it easy to confuse directions when crossing. Look at the platform signs for the direction. Check whether your train runs toward Kuntsevskaya or Aleksandrovsky Sad.
Tip: Read the direction signs before choosing a platform.
The last surface side-platform station
Fili opened on 7 November 1959 as the last surface side-platform station on the line, and it was designed by Robert Pogrebnoi and Yuriy Zenkevich. Check the Metro operator's pages for the line's history.
Tip: Read about the line's open-air section before you ride.
The Church of the Intercession at Fili
The church of 1690 to 1693, a Naryshkin Baroque landmark with red brick walls and white-stone decoration, stands on Novozavodskaya Street, about half a kilometer from the station. See the Church of the Intercession at Fili Moscow guide. Check the walking route on a map.
Tip: Allow about ten minutes for the walk.
Fili Park and the river
Fili Park lies near the neighboring Filyovsky Park area, and the Fili Park River Pier operates in season. See the Fili Park Moscow guide. Check the walking route on a map.
Tip: Combine the station with the park in dry weather.
The neighboring stations
Bagrationovskaya, the next station, sits under a road overpass, and Kutuzovskaya links to the Moscow Central Circle. See the Bagrationovskaya Metro Station guide. Check the ride time before you plan.
Tip: Ride one stop to Bagrationovskaya to compare designs.
Atmosphere
The open platforms are bright and breezy, with light blue trains arriving beside glass vestibules and a steady flow of commuters crossing overhead. The sounds are trains, announcements and footsteps on the stairs.
Residents of the west and visitors to the church and the park use the station, and it is busiest at the weekday rush hours, calmer mid-morning and in the evening. In winter the platforms are cold and exposed, and in summer they are airy.
History of Fili Metro Station
The Fili station opened on 7 November 1959 as part of the Filyovsky radius, as the last surface side-platform station on the Filyovskaya Line. It was designed by Robert Pogrebnoi and Yuriy Zenkevich, and it has two glazed upper-level vestibules at both ends of the station that allow passengers to change platforms.
The station is named after the Fili district, whose village was acquired in 1689 by Lev Naryshkin, an uncle of Peter the Great, who built the nearby Church of the Intercession. A reconstruction of the station was announced to start in 2017, according to one source.
Dates and details should be checked against the Metro operator’s official sources, and this history is shorter than requested because few facts could be verified; the state of the reconstruction and the station’s decoration were not verified.
Tickets and Booking for Fili Metro Station
Fares. The fare is the same for any length of ride and any number of transfers within the central zone, and sources give the price of one trip at a budget price level (₽) depending on the payment method, with a prepaid Troika card cheaper than a single ticket; because prices change, check the current tariff on the operator’s site mosmetro.ru. Troika cards and tickets can be bought at ticket offices and ticket machines in Metro vestibules, and one guide notes that the machines may take only cash.
Payment. Contactless bank cards and smartphone payment are accepted at turnstiles, but some foreign cards may not work, and your country’s sanctions rules may restrict some payment services, so check this yourself; a Troika card topped up with rubles is the most reliable option. Rush hours are the weekday mornings and evenings, when the platforms are busy.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Fili Metro Station
Take the light blue Line 4 (Filyovskaya) to Fili, between Bagrationovskaya and Kutuzovskaya. The vestibules are on the upper level above the tracks.
- To the church: walk about half a kilometer to Novozavodskaya Street 6; see the Church of the Intercession at Fili Moscow guide.
- By taxi: ask for Fili Metro.
- Orientation: follow the exit signs from the upper vestibule.
Accessibility
The station is on the surface with upper-level vestibules and stairs; lifts and step-free routes were not verified, so check mosmetro.ru or ask staff before you travel.
Food Nearby
The streets around Fili and the shopping areas nearby have cafes and shops; the exact venues were not verified. See the Moscow Food Tour: Russian Cuisine and Local Specialties itinerary.
What to Bring
Bring a warm layer in cold months for the open platforms, a charged phone with a map and cash in rubles for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Fili Metro Station
The platform with a light blue train
A Filyovskaya Line train arriving at the open platform.
Best time: Mid-morning.
The glazed vestibule
The glass hall above the tracks.
Best time: Daytime.
The Church of the Intercession
The red and white church on Novozavodskaya Street.
Best time: Late afternoon.
Fili Park
The park near the neighboring station.
Best time: Autumn mornings.
Photography Rules
Photography in the Metro is generally allowed for personal use without flash, but tripods and professional filming may need permission; do not block passengers or take photographs of staff.
Family Suitability
Suitable for families as a transit stop and a start for a walk to the church and park, though the platforms are exposed to the weather and reached by stairs; strollers are awkward and lifts were not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check the direction signs before choosing a platform, since the side platforms serve one direction each.
- Walk to the Church of the Intercession and continue to Fili Park.
- Dress for the weather, since the platforms are open-air.
- Ride one stop to Bagrationovskaya to see the station under the road overpass.
- Travel between the rush hours for a calmer platform.
- Check whether the reconstruction has changed the exits.
Explore Nearby Fili Metro Station
Sights near Fili Metro Station
Church of the Intercession at Fili Moscowabout 600 m away (~10 min walk) · typical visit: About 45 minutes to 1 hourMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Fili Park Moscowabout 1.7 km away (~27 min walk) · typical visit: About 2 to 3 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Borodino Battle Panorama Museum Moscowabout 950 m away (~16 min walk) · typical visit: About 1.5 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Only Love Is Above Observation Deck Moscowabout 1.2 km away (~20 min walk) · typical visit: 45–90 minutesMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
PANORAMA360 Moscowabout 1.5 km away (~24 min walk) · typical visit: About 1 to 2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near Fili Metro Station
Kutuzovskaya Metro Stationabout 1.4 km away (~23 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Park Pobedy Metro Stationabout 1.1 km away (~18 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Train stations and river piers near Fili Metro Station
Fili Park River Pierabout 2.5 km awayMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Related guides
Fili: Naryshkin Baroque Church and the 1812 Council SiteMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Fili Metro Station
When did the station open?
On 7 November 1959.
Is it underground?
No; it is a surface station.
How many platforms does it have?
Two side platforms, linked by upper-level vestibules.
Who designed it?
Robert Pogrebnoi and Yuriy Zenkevich.
Which stations are next to it?
Bagrationovskaya and Kutuzovskaya.
Is it near the Church of the Intercession?
Yes, about half a kilometer away.
Is it busy?
At weekday rush hours; calmer at other times.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Some foreign cards may not work, so carry cash in rubles; see the fares section for sanctions rules.
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