This guide explains how to take the Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo Airport to central Moscow, for travelers who arrive from abroad and do not read Russian. It covers the terminal platforms, the three stops in the city, the tickets and the payment problems that visitors meet.
The recommended way is the train to Belorussky railway station, followed by the metro at Belorusskaya. Times and fares in the sources differ, so check the airport’s and the operator’s official pages before you travel.
Quick answer: Take the Aeroexpress from the platforms of your terminal complex to Belorussky railway station, then the metro. The airport's site gives about 50 to 65 minutes; reported fares are ₽₽ one way.
At a Glance
| Total time | About 50 to 65 minutes to Belorussky railway station, depending on your terminal, plus the metro |
|---|---|
| Typical cost | About ₽₽ one way in standard class (reports differ), plus a metro fare |
| Last updated | Oktober 7, 2026 |
What You Need Before You Start
- Your terminal letter, to find the right platforms
- A ticket, from a ticket office, a machine or the official site
- Rubles in cash, since foreign bank cards are reported not to work online
- A metro fare for the last leg from the railway station
- A map or a navigation app for the metro connection
- Luggage that you can lift onto the racks near the doors
Compare Your Options
| Option | Duration | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroexpress to Belorussky railway station | About 50 to 65 minutes, depending on your terminal | About ₽₽, standard class (reports differ) | The terminus in the north-west of the center, with the Ring Line and Line 2. Trains about every 30 to 60 minutes with a night break. Best for most visitors. |
| Aeroexpress to Savyolovskaya | About 45 to 60 minutes | Same ticket system as above; the price for this stop was not separately verified | A stop on the Big Circle Line and Line 9. A good choice if your hotel is in the north of the center or near those lines. |
| Aeroexpress to Okruzhnaya | About 35 to 50 minutes | Same ticket system as above; the price for this stop was not separately verified | A stop on the Moscow Central Circle and Line 9. The shortest ride, for a hotel near those lines. |
| Business class carriage | The same as the standard train | ₽₽₽ (one source); older sources give ₽₽ | Assigned seats and a free set of services, including luggage packing, according to the operator. Best for those who want a seat in busy periods. |
| Aeroexpress bus to Khovrino metro station | About 20 minutes to the metro (reported) | ₽₽ (one source; unverified) | Arrives at Terminal C and departs from Terminal B, according to the operator, and goes to the end of Line 2. Check the current route and fare. |
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Find the Aeroexpress platforms
Sheremetyevo has two terminal complexes, each with Aeroexpress platforms. The north complex serves Terminals B and C, where trains arrive directly, and the south complex serves Terminals D, E and F. Follow the signs with the train symbol from baggage claim. An underground passage and a free shuttle train, running about every 6 minutes at any hour, link the two complexes if you land at the wrong one.
Tip: Check your terminal on your boarding pass before you look for the signs.
Step 2: Choose your stop in Moscow
Trains run toward Moscow and call at Okruzhnaya, on the Moscow Central Circle, at Savyolovskaya, on the Big Circle Line, and at the terminus, Belorussky railway station. Pick the stop that suits your hotel's metro line: Belorussky for the Ring Line and Line 2, Savyolovskaya for Line 9 and the Big Circle Line, and Okruzhnaya for the Moscow Central Circle and Line 9.
Tip: Look at a metro map for your hotel before you pick the stop.
Step 3: Buy your ticket
Buy a ticket before you go through the turnstile: at a ticket office or a machine in the station, or online if the site works for you. The booking section below explains the ticket types and which payment methods are reported to work for visitors. Keep the paper ticket or the QR code on your phone until you leave the train at the other end.
Tip: Take a screenshot of an online ticket; the airport network can be slow.
Step 4: Pass the turnstile and find the platform
Hold the QR code or paper ticket against the reader at the turnstile, or tap a card if you are paying that way, and follow the signs to the platform. The board shows the next departure and the stops. Check that the train is going to Belorussky railway station, in Moscow, or to the stop you chose, before you board.
Tip: If the turnstile does not open, ask the staff; do not force it with a bag.
Step 5: Board the train
Economy tickets are valid for any train on the selected day and have no assigned seat; business class tickets give a seat. Put large luggage on the racks near the doors and keep your ticket handy. Trains leave about every 30 to 60 minutes, with a break at night, so check the board for the next departure.
Tip: Sit near the doors if you plan to get off with a large suitcase.
Step 6: Ride to your stop
The airport's own site gives about 65 minutes from Terminals B and C to Belorussky, and about 50 minutes from Terminals D, E and F. Savyolovskaya is about 60 and 45 minutes, and Okruzhnaya about 50 and 35. Other guides quote shorter times, so allow an hour in your plans. Watch the screens or the announcements for the name of your stop.
Tip: Do not rely on the shortest times in older guides.
Step 7: Change to the metro
At Belorussky railway station, follow the signs to the metro station Belorusskaya, which has two parts: the Ring Line, Line 5 in brown, and Line 2 in green. At Savyolovskaya and Okruzhnaya, the transfers to the metro are signposted too. Buy a metro fare, and follow the line colors to the station nearest to your hotel.
Tip: Check which Belorusskaya part you need on a map before you go down.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using an older guide's time of 35 minutes to Belorussky: the airport's site now gives about 50 to 65 minutes, so plan an hour.
- Buying a ticket online with a foreign bank card: guides report that foreign Visa and Mastercard cards do not work and that a Russian card or login may be needed, so buy at the airport or carry cash.
- Going to the wrong complex: trains leave from both the north and the south platforms, so check your terminal before you walk.
- Choosing the stop by name only: Belorussky, Savyolovskaya and Okruzhnaya are on different metro lines, so check which one suits your hotel.
- Counting on a late-night or very early train: there is a night break, so check the timetable of the last departure on the board or the official site.
- Throwing away the ticket before you leave the platform at the other end: you may need it again at the exit turnstile.
Tickets, Payment and Booking
Tickets are sold at the ticket offices at Aeroexpress stations, at ticket machines (including machines on the platform at Belorussky railway station), and online on aeroexpress.ru and in the app. Online tickets are cheaper than tickets bought at the station.
- Foreign cards: guides report that foreign Visa and Mastercard cards do not work online, and the official page mentions a Russian login; carry rubles in cash and buy at a ticket office.
- Turnstile payment: economy fares can be paid by tapping a bank card or phone at the turnstile reader; whether foreign cards work was not verified.
- Types: economy tickets have no assigned seat; business class tickets do. Child tickets are sold only at ticket offices.
- Resellers: sites that sell tickets by e-mail add their own prices; use the official site.
All the current fares and timetables are on aeroexpress.ru.
Helpful Links
Compare hotel pricesSearch flights
Advertisement: these are partner links. If you book or buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Choose your stop by the metro line of your hotel, not by the name: Savyolovskaya and Okruzhnaya both connect to Line 9, and often save a change in the center.
- If you land at Terminals D, E or F, the ride is about 15 minutes shorter than from B and C, according to the airport's times, so do not walk to the other complex.
- A taxi is a better choice for a group of three or four with heavy luggage, since the train fare is paid per person.
- When you come back to the airport, the Aeroexpress terminal at Belorussky railway station is in the fourth hall of the station; follow the signs from the Ring Line exit.
- The same Aeroexpress system serves the other two airports, Domodedovo and Vnukovo, which have their own guides on this site.
- Look at the business class carriage if your flight arrives in the evening rush hour and you want a seat.
Explore Nearby How to take the Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo Airport
Sights near How to take the Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo Airport
Moscow Metro · typical visit: 1.5–3 hours for a tour of showcase stationsMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near How to take the Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo Airport
Savyolovskaya Metro StationMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Belorusskaya Metro StationMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Related guides
How to get from Sheremetyevo Airport to central Moscow: Train, BusMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
How to get from Domodedovo Airport to central Moscow: Train, Bus, TaxiMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
How to get around Moscow with luggage: Metro, Taxi and Left LuggageMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
How to buy a Moscow Metro ticket: Troika Card, Machines and CashMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
How to get to your hotel from a Moscow airport at night: Taxi or BusMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Browse more: All Airport Transfers · All How-To
FAQ
How long does the Aeroexpress take from Sheremetyevo?
The airport's site gives about 65 minutes from Terminals B and C to Belorussky, and about 50 minutes from Terminals D, E and F. Older guides quote 35 minutes.
How much does the Aeroexpress cost?
Sources report ₽₽ for a standard one-way ticket, with cheaper online and promotional prices. Check aeroexpress.ru.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Guides report that foreign cards do not work online. Turnstile payment with a foreign card was not verified, so carry cash.
Does the train run at night?
Not through the night. The airport describes trains every 30 to 40 minutes with a night break; check the board or the site.
Which stops are there in Moscow?
Okruzhnaya, Savyolovskaya and the terminus, Belorussky railway station, with connections to the metro.
Can children travel?
Yes. Child tickets are sold only at ticket offices; check the current rules and ages on the official site.
Is it the same train for the other airports?
The Aeroexpress system serves Domodedovo and Vnukovo too, but each airport has its own route and station.
Is there a faster way?
The train does not depend on road traffic, so it is usually the most predictable. A taxi can be quicker at quiet times, but costs more.
* Affiliate link: as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Discover More of Moscow with Our Travel Tips
Get practical Moscow travel tips, new destination guides and useful updates on attractions, opening hours and prices. Plan your visit with clear, helpful information delivered to your inbox.
Moscow Vibes is a one-person project. A coffee keeps it going
Last updated: October 7, 2026.
How we research and update our guides
About this guide: AI assistance and accuracy
This guide is created with the help of AI and is based on official sources where available. Mistakes can still happen. Opening hours, prices, rules and other details are given to the best of our knowledge as of the date shown and can change without notice. It offers general recommendations only, not professional, legal or travel advice. Please confirm important details with the official source before you travel; you are responsible for your own plans and decisions.
International sanctions affect payments between Russia and many other countries. In practice, cards issued in the EU, the UK, the US and several other countries often do not work in Russia, Russian cards usually do not work abroad, and some booking platforms, airlines and payment providers limit or suspend their services for Russia. The situation changes frequently. We do not give legal or financial advice, and this site does not encourage anyone to break or circumvent sanctions. Whatever you plan, you are responsible for following the laws and regulations that apply to you, including those of your country of residence and citizenship. Many travelers still organise their stay lawfully. It is worth asking your bank or payment provider what is currently permitted, contacting hotels, tour operators and carriers directly about the payment methods they accept, and checking which services are open to customers from your country. Clarify payment, cancellation and refund terms before you commit to a booking, and keep your plans flexible. Partner links on this site may not be available in every country, and prices, availability and rules in our guides can differ from what you see when you book.Paying for your trip: please read
Report an issue on this page
Take this guide with you
Get a free PDF of this guide to print or read offline: key facts, tips and a map link on a few clean pages.