The Okruzhnaya Metro Station is a deep pylon station on the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line, Line 10, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Verkhniye Likhobory, and it opened on 22 March 2018 with the extension of the line toward the north. It is part of a hub with the Okruzhnaya station of the Moscow Central Circle and the Okruzhnaya railway station.
The hub links the lime line with the circle and with the Savyolovsky suburban railway line, which also carries the D1 diameter service. This guide explains what is known about the station, how the transfers work, how fares and payment work for tourists, when the hub is busy, and which neighboring stations lead to the Main Botanical Garden and other sights in the north.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Окружная |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2018 |
| Address | Okruzhnaya interchange hub, Moscow Central Circle and Savyolovsky railway line, north Moscow |
| District | Timiryazevsky |
| Interchanges | Okruzhnaya (Line 10, lime, the station itself, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Verkhniye Likhobory) Okruzhnaya (Line 14, Moscow Central Circle, an out-of-station transfer to the circle station of the same name) Okruzhnaya (Line D1, Moscow Central Diameters, a transfer to the Okruzhnaya railway station on the Savyolovsky suburban line) |
| 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 in the transfer passages. The deep station can be used in any season. |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Okr uzhnaya Metro Station?
The station is a connection point rather than a sight: it joins three kinds of rail service in one place, the lime line of the Metro, the Moscow Central Circle and the suburban trains of the Savyolovsky direction. The railway station dates from 1911 and was reconstructed in 2018 to allow a better interchange with the circle.
For travelers it is a way to cross the north of the city without going through the center, and the neighboring stations lead to Vladykino and the Main Botanical Garden. The station is a deep pylon design, so the escalator ride to the surface is long, and the transfers need extra time. It is a transit stop rather than a sightseeing destination.
How Okr uzhnaya Metro Station Is Laid Out
The station lies on the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya toward Zyablikovo and Verkhniye Likhobory toward Fiztekh. The Okruzhnaya station of the Moscow Central Circle, between Likhobory and Vladykino, is linked by an out-of-station transfer, and the Okruzhnaya railway station of the Savyolovsky suburban line is reached by another transfer.
Because the details of the passages, the vestibules and the walking times were not verified, follow the signs for your line or station on arrival and check the operator’s map for the current routes.
Highlights of Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
The deep pylon hall
The station is a deep pylon design that opened on 22 March 2018 as part of the extension of the lime line between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Seligerskaya. Look along the pylons from the platform. Check the length of the escalator ride.
Tip: Allow extra time for the escalators at this deep station.
The Moscow Central Circle transfer
An out-of-station transfer links the station with the Okruzhnaya station of the circle, which lies between Likhobory on the outer side and Vladykino on the inner side. Check the signs and the operator's map for the route and any time limit on the free transfer.
Tip: Allow several minutes for the transfer on foot.
The Okruzhnaya railway station
The railway station on the Savyolovsky suburban line opened in 1911 and was reconstructed in 2018 to allow a better interchange, and it carries the D1 diameter service. Check the schedule of suburban trains before you travel.
Tip: Check the train schedule before using the rail link.
The lime line extension of 2018
The station opened on 22 March 2018 with the stations between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Seligerskaya, extending the lime line far into the north. Check the Metro operator's pages for the extension's history.
Tip: Read about the northern extension before you ride.
The neighboring stations
Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, one stop toward the center, is a deep interchange with the gray line, and Verkhniye Likhobory lies on the other side. See the Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station guide. Check the ride time before you plan.
Tip: Ride one stop to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya for the gray line.
The way to the botanical garden
On the circle, Vladykino is the next station on the inner side, and the gray-line station there is the practical stop for the Main Botanical Garden. See the Vladykino Metro Station guide. Check the route on the operator's map.
Tip: Plan the route to the garden via Vladykino.
Atmosphere
The deep hall is cool and echoing, with long escalators moving a steady stream of commuters between the lime line, the circle and the suburban trains. The sounds are trains, announcements and the hum of escalators, with the horns of rail traffic outside.
Residents of the north and suburban commuters use the hub, and it is busiest at the weekday rush hours, calmer mid-morning and in the evening.
History of Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
The Okruzhnaya railway station on the Savyolovsky suburban line opened in 1911, and the old platform was demolished and rebuilt in 2018 to allow a better interchange with the Moscow Central Circle. The circle station opened on 10 September 2016, when the Little Ring of the Moscow Railway was reopened to passengers.
The Okruzhnaya station of the lime line opened on 22 March 2018 as part of the extension of the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Seligerskaya, as a deep pylon station. It offers transfers to the circle station and to the railway station, which carries the D1 service of the Moscow Central Diameters.
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 station’s depth, architect and decoration were not verified.
Tickets and Booking for Okr uzhnaya 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. Free transfers between the circle and the Metro have a time limit on the first rail journey, according to one source, so check the current rule. Troika cards and tickets can be bought at ticket offices and ticket machines, 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 hub is busy.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
Take the lime Line 10 to Okruzhnaya, between Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Verkhniye Likhobory, or transfer from the Moscow Central Circle (Line 14) at the Okruzhnaya station, or from the suburban trains at the Okruzhnaya railway station.
- By taxi: ask for Okruzhnaya Metro.
- By Metro: Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, one stop toward the center, links to the gray line.
- Orientation: follow the line signs in the passages.
Accessibility
The deep station has long escalators and transfer passages; lifts and step-free routes were not verified, so check mosmetro.ru or ask staff before you travel.
Food Nearby
The streets around the hub have shops and cafes typical of a residential district; the exact venues were not verified. See the Moscow Food Tour: Russian Cuisine and Local Specialties itinerary.
What to Bring
Bring a charged phone with a map, comfortable shoes for the long transfers and cash in rubles for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
The platform hall
A lime-line train arriving between the pylons.
Best time: Mid-morning, outside rush hour.
The escalator hall
The long escalators rising from the deep platform.
Best time: Off-peak hours.
The circle platform
A circle train at the surface station.
Best time: Daytime.
The railway platform
A suburban train at the rebuilt platform.
Best time: Late afternoon.
Photography Rules
Photography in the Metro and on MCC platforms 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 hub, but the escalators are long, the transfers are busy at rush hour and lifts were not verified; hold children's hands and keep strollers away from the platform edge.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Allow extra time for the transfers, since the three stations are linked by passages and walkways.
- Check the destination board before boarding a suburban train at the railway platform.
- Ride one stop to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya to change to the gray line.
- Use the circle to reach Vladykino for the botanical garden.
- Travel between the rush hours for calmer passages.
- Dress for the wind if you use the open circle and railway platforms.
Explore Nearby Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
Sights near Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
Main Botanical Garden Moscowabout 1.0 km away (~17 min walk) · typical visit: About 2 to 4 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Stationabout 1.2 km away (~20 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Vladykino Metro Stationabout 1.0 km away (~16 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Botanichesky Sad MCC Stationabout 4.1 km awayMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Okr uzhnaya Metro Station
When did the station open?
On 22 March 2018, with the extension of the lime line.
Which line is it on?
The lime Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line, Line 10.
Can I transfer to the Moscow Central Circle?
Yes, to the Okruzhnaya station of the circle, by an out-of-station transfer.
Can I transfer to suburban trains?
Yes, to the Okruzhnaya railway station on the Savyolovsky line, which also carries the D1 service.
Which stations are next to it?
Petrovsko-Razumovskaya and Verkhniye Likhobory.
Is it a sightseeing station?
No; it is mainly a transit hub.
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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Last updated: October 9, 2026.
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