Minskaya Metro Station opened in 2017 on the Solntsevsky radius of the Kalininsko-Solntsevskaya Line, on the border of the Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts in the west of Moscow. Minskaya Metro Station is a two-span shallow column station, one stop from Park Pobedy, the deepest station of the Metro.
It was one of three stations that opened on the same day to join Park Pobedy to Ramenki. The sources found give few details about its decoration, so this guide sticks to what is verified: its history, its place on the line and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Минская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2017 |
| Address | Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Dorogomilovo |
| Interchanges | Minskaya (Line 8 (Kalininsko-Solntsevskaya, yellow), the station itself, between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy) |
| 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 is crowded with commuters heading for the center.
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 Minskaya Metro Station?
Minskaya is a practical stop in the west of Moscow, on Line 8, between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy. It opened on 16 March 2017, together with Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Ramenki, in the first extension of the line beyond Park Pobedy.
The contrast with its neighbor is striking: Minskaya is a shallow station close to the surface, while Park Pobedy, one stop toward the center, is about 84 meters deep, with escalators that take around three minutes.
That makes Minskaya a convenient base for a visit to the deep station and its murals. The decoration of Minskaya itself was not described in the sources found.
Highlights of Minskaya Metro Station
A two-span shallow station
Minskaya is a two-span shallow column station, built close to the surface.
It opened on 16 March 2017, in the first extension of Line 8 beyond Park Pobedy.
Tip: Allow only a short time for the way between the street and the platform.
One stop from Park Pobedy
Park Pobedy, the next station toward the center, is about 84 meters deep and has murals by Zurab Tsereteli.
It has its own article.
Tip: Ride one stop to Park Pobedy to see the murals and the long escalators.
Part of the 2017 extension
Minskaya opened together with Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Ramenki, and joined Park Pobedy to the south-west.
Before that date the western section of the line had only two stations.
Tip: Check the line map to see how the radius grew from Park Pobedy toward Vnukovo.
On the border of two districts
The station lies in the Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts, in the west of the city.
The exits and the sights nearby were not verified.
Tip: Check a map for the exits and the walking routes before you go.
Between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy
On Line 8, the station lies between Lomonosovsky Prospekt toward the airport and Park Pobedy toward the center.
Lomonosovsky Prospekt is a two-span shallow station about 15 meters deep.
Tip: Check the direction of your train from the platform signs.
Open until about 1:00
The Metro normally runs until about 1:00 at night, and the station is open to passengers during those hours.
The exact first and last train times were not confirmed.
Tip: Check mosmetro.ru for the last train before a late evening trip.
Atmosphere
The platform is modern and bright, with a steady flow of commuters between the trains and the exits. The sound is trains and announcements, and the light is even and clean.
Residents of the west of the city use the station every day, and visitors are few. It feels like a working neighborhood station rather than a destination.
It is busiest at rush hours, and calm in the middle of the day on weekdays and late in the evening.
History of Minskaya Metro Station
The Solntsevsky radius of the Kalininsko-Solntsevskaya Line began in 2014, when Delovoy Tsentr opened and was joined to Park Pobedy. For some years the western section had only those two stations.
On 16 March 2017 the extension from Park Pobedy to Ramenki opened, with three new stations: Minskaya, Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Ramenki. Minskaya is the first of them after Park Pobedy, in the Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts.
It is a two-span shallow column station, between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy.
The line was later extended farther south-west, and Ramenki ceased to be the western end. The extension to Rasskazovka opened on 30 August 2018.
Today the station is a working stop on Line 8, in the west of the city. Details of its depth, architects and decoration should be checked.
Tickets and Booking for Minskaya 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 Minskaya Metro Station
Minskaya is on the border of the Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts, in the west of Moscow.
- Metro: Minskaya (Line 8, Kalininsko-Solntsevskaya, yellow), between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy.
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 shallow, 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 of the Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo districts around the station have shops, cafes and fast food outlets typical of a residential area. 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 Minskaya Metro Station
Platform hall
The modern two-span platform hall with its columns, 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 platform 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 modern stop rather than a family destination. It is busy at rush hours, so keep children close and away from the platform edge. Strollers need the escalator or a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Ride one stop to Park Pobedy for a look at the deepest station of the Metro and its long escalators.
- Check the direction of your train from the platform signs, since Line 8 runs toward the airport and toward the center.
- Do not expect a decorated showpiece; the station's interest is the contrast with its deep neighbor.
- Use Line 8 to reach the center without changing lines, since it runs through Park Pobedy.
- Check a map for the exits before you go up, since the exit details were not verified.
- Visit between rush hours so you can look around in peace.
Explore Nearby Minskaya Metro Station
Sights near Minskaya Metro Station
Victory Park Moscowabout 800 m away (~13 min walk) · typical visit: 2–4 hours; longer with the museumMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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.
Victory Museum Moscowabout 800 m away (~13 min walk) · typical visit: 3–5 hours with the open-air areaMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Mosfilm Studios Moscowabout 1.1 km away (~18 min walk) · typical visit: 1.5–2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near Minskaya Metro Station
Park Pobedy Metro Stationabout 1.7 km away (~28 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Minskaya Metro Station
When did Minskaya open?
On 16 March 2017, together with Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Ramenki.
Which line is it on?
Line 8, the Kalininsko-Solntsevskaya Line, in yellow, between Lomonosovsky Prospekt and Park Pobedy.
What type of station is it?
A two-span shallow column station.
Is it as deep as Park Pobedy?
No. Park Pobedy, the next stop, is about 84 meters deep; Minskaya is a shallow station.
Which districts is it in?
Dorogomilovo and Fili-Davydkovo, in the west of Moscow.
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 working station, and its decoration was not described in the sources found.
How long do I need?
About 5 minutes to see the station.
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