Fonvizinskaya Metro Station opened in 2016 on the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line in the Butyrsky District of north Moscow. Fonvizinskaya Metro Station depth is about 60 meters, and its name comes from Fonvizina Street, named after the playwright Denis Fonvizin.
It is a working stop for the residential districts of the north, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya. The sources found give few details about its decoration, so this guide is short and sticks to what is verified: the station’s depth, its history and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Фонвизинская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2016 |
| Address | Fonvizina Street, Butyrsky District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Butyrsky |
| Interchanges | Fonvizinskaya (Line 10 (Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya, light green), the station itself, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Metro normally runs from early morning until around 1:00 at night, and the station is open to passengers during those hours.
Exact first and last train times were not confirmed, so check the Metro's official information (as of October 2026 – check the official site, mosmetro.ru). |
| Best time to visit | Mid-morning and early afternoon on weekdays are calmer, and late evening is quiet. The morning and evening rush hours are the busiest, when the platform and the escalators are crowded.
The station works in every season, so it is a good stop on a cold or wet day. |
| Last updated | October 6, 2026 |
Why Visit Fonvizinskaya Metro Station?
Fonvizinskaya is mainly a practical stop. It opened on 16 September 2016, in the northern extension of Line 10, and lies about 60 meters underground.
Its name is a small piece of literary history. It comes from Fonvizina Street, named after Denis Fonvizin, an 18th-century Russian playwright.
The station is useful for visitors who are staying in the north of the city, in the Butyrsky District, and who want to reach the center on Line 10 without a change. The decoration of the platform hall was not described in the sources found, so check it on site.
Highlights of Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
A deep station of the 2010s
The station lies about 60 meters underground, among the deeper stations of Line 10, and opened on 16 September 2016.
The depth means a long ride on the escalators between the street and the platform.
Tip: Allow a few minutes for the escalators when you plan your journey.
Named for a playwright
The name comes from Fonvizina Street, named after Denis Fonvizin, an 18th-century Russian playwright.
The street name links the Metro to the literary history of the city.
Tip: Look for the street name on signs as you leave the station.
A delayed opening
The extension from Maryina Roshcha northwest to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, via Butyrskaya and Fonvizinskaya, was first planned to open in December 2015.
The date was moved to 2016, and the station opened on 16 September 2016.
Tip: Read the opening dates on the line map to see how Line 10 grew north.
Between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya
On Line 10, the station lies between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya to the north and Butyrskaya to the south, in the Butyrsky District.
The line runs south to the center.
Tip: Check which direction your train is heading from the signs on the platform.
A station of the northern districts
The station serves the residential districts of the Butyrsky area in north-east Moscow, away from the usual tourist routes.
The sights of the area were not verified.
Tip: Check a map for sights nearby, since the walking times were not verified.
A link in the northern extension
Fonvizinskaya is one of the stations of the northern extension of Line 10 that opened in 2016, together with Butyrskaya.
A Bolshaya Koltsevaya Line station of the same name exists or was planned; check its status.
Tip: Check mosmetro.ru for the status of any transfer before you plan a route through it.
Atmosphere
The platform is deep and calm, with a steady flow of commuters heading for the escalators. The sound is trains, announcements and the hum of the escalators, and the light is even and clean.
Residents of the north of the city use the station every day, and visitors are few. It feels like an ordinary neighborhood station, far from the sights of the center.
It is busiest at rush hours, and quiet in the middle of the day and late in the evening.
History of Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
The Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line was extended north from the center in stages. After Dostoevskaya and Maryina Roshcha opened in 2010, the next stage ran northwest, via Butyrskaya and Fonvizinskaya, to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, a section that was first planned to open in December 2015.
The projected opening date was later shifted to 2016, and the stations were opened on 16 September 2016. Fonvizinskaya is about 60 meters deep, in the Butyrsky District.
The name of the station comes from Fonvizina Street, which was named after Denis Fonvizin, an 18th-century Russian playwright.
Details of the station’s architects and decoration were not found in the sources, and should be checked.
Today the station is a working stop on Line 10, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya, serving the northern districts.
Tickets and Booking for Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
There is no ticket for the station itself; entering needs a Metro fare. Reports on 2026 fares differ: budget-level (₽) for a single ride with a Troika card, slightly higher with a contactless bank card and higher for a 90-minute fare, while some sources still give lower fares. Check the current fare on the official Moscow Metro site, mosmetro.ru.
- Troika card: a reusable card sold at ticket windows and top-up machines in station halls and through the official Metro app; the deposit is reported as a small amount (₽), so check the price.
- Foreign cards: reports conflict on whether foreign Visa or Mastercard cards and phone payments work at the turnstiles, so carry rubles in cash and buy a ticket or card at a ticket window.
- Rush hours: the station is busiest in the morning and evening on weekdays.
Rates for Russian citizens and concessions differ. All fares and payment methods are listed on the official site, mosmetro.ru.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
Fonvizinskaya is in the Butyrsky District, in the north-east of Moscow, on Line 10.
- Metro: Fonvizinskaya (Line 10, Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya, light green), between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya.
The exits lead to the streets of the Butyrsky District; the exit details and the walking times to any sights were not verified. A taxi can drop you at the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The station is about 60 meters deep and is reached by long escalators, and lift availability and step-free access were not verified. Contact the Metro or check mosmetro.ru before traveling if you need step-free access or assistance.
Food Nearby
The streets around the station have shops, cafes and fast food outlets typical of a residential district. Specific venues were not verified, so check opening hours before you go.
What to Bring
Bring a map or a navigation app, and some rubles in cash for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
Platform hall
The deep platform with its vaults and pylons, subject to the Metro's photography rules.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the platform is quieter
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the station were not confirmed. Taking photographs on the platform is common, but tripods and flash can be restricted, and the station is busy at rush hours, so stand clear of the platform edge. Drone rules in Moscow are strict and change.
Family Suitability
The station is a plain commuter stop. It is deep and busy at rush hours, so keep children close, hold small hands on the escalators and stay away from the platform edge. Strollers need a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Allow extra time for the long escalators at rush hour.
- Check the direction of your train from the platform signs, since the line runs north and south.
- Check mosmetro.ru for any transfer to the Bolshaya Koltsevaya Line before you plan a route through it.
- Do not expect a decorated showpiece; look at the hall on arrival and check for new information.
- Use Line 10 to reach the center without changing lines.
- Visit between rush hours so you can look around in peace.
Explore Nearby Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
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Ostankino Estate Moscowabout 1.5 km away (~24 min walk) · typical visit: 1.5–3 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Fonvizinskaya Metro Station
When did Fonvizinskaya open?
On 16 September 2016, after a first planned date of December 2015.
How deep is it?
About 60 meters.
Who is it named after?
Fonvizina Street, named after Denis Fonvizin, an 18th-century Russian playwright.
Which line is it on?
Line 10, the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line, in light green, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Butyrskaya.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
Is it a tourist station?
No, it is a commuter stop in the north-east, and its decoration was not described in the sources found.
Is there a transfer?
A Bolshaya Koltsevaya Line station of the same name exists or was planned; check mosmetro.ru.
How long do I need?
About 5 minutes to see the station.
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