Olkhovaya Metro Station opened in 2019 on the Sokolnicheskaya Line, in the Sosenskoye Settlement of New Moscow in the south-west of the city. Olkhovaya Metro Station has a tree-inspired design, with white tiles whose bottom edges stick out like tree cones, and lights shaped like the winged seeds of trees.
It stands next to the Kaluzhskoye Shosse highway, with a car park for commuters and bus stops for riders from the highway. This guide explains what the station looks like, what is known about its history and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Ольховая |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2019 |
| Address | Kaluzhskoye Shosse, Sosenskoye Settlement, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Sosenskoye |
| Interchanges | Olkhovaya (Line 1 (Sokolnicheskaya, red), the station itself, between Novomoskovskaya and Prokshino, beside Kaluzhskoye Shosse) |
| 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 Olkhovaya Metro Station?
Olkhovaya is one of the stations of the 2019 extension of Line 1 that have a clear idea behind their decoration. Its theme is trees: the walls have white square tiles laid in a diamond pattern, whose bottom edges stick out slightly like tree cones.
The lights follow the same idea, shaped like the winged seeds of trees. The walls are similar to those of Profsoyuznaya, on the same line.
The station is also a real commuter hub for New Moscow, next to Kaluzhskoye Shosse, with a car park and bus stops. Because the highway has no railway beside it, Line 1 is the rail alternative to the road. It is mainly of use to visitors staying in the south-west.
Highlights of Olkhovaya Metro Station
A tree-inspired design
The station has a tree theme, carried through its tiles and its lights.
The idea is easy to recognize once you know it: the walls and the lamps refer to the cones and seeds of trees.
Tip: Look along the wall to see how the tile pattern repeats.
Tiles like tree cones
The walls are covered with white square tiles laid in a square-diamond pattern, and their bottom edges stick out slightly from the wall, a pattern that resembles tree cones.
The same tiles recall the walls of Profsoyuznaya.
Tip: Look at the lower edge of the wall, where the cone effect is strongest.
Lights like winged seeds
The lights are shaped like the winged seeds of trees, from the same source of inspiration as the tiles.
They give the hall a lighter look than a plain row of lamps.
Tip: Look up at the lights from the middle of the platform.
A car park and bus stops
The station is next to Kaluzhskoye Shosse and has a car park for commuters who change from their cars to the Metro.
Bus stops on the highway let bus passengers change to Line 1.
Tip: Check the bus stops for the route you need before you go up.
The rail alternative to the highway
Unlike many other roads out of Moscow, Kaluzhskoye Shosse has no railway line beside it.
Line 1 therefore works as the alternative to the congested highway.
Tip: Use the Metro to avoid the traffic on the highway at rush hours.
Between Novomoskovskaya and Prokshino
On Line 1, the station lies between Novomoskovskaya, the terminus, and Prokshino toward the center.
Prokshino, a surface station with a tall hall, has its own article.
Tip: Ride one stop to Prokshino to see its railway-style hall.
Atmosphere
The hall is white and light, with tiles that catch the light and lamps like seeds hanging over the platform. The sound is trains, announcements and the footsteps of commuters.
Residents of the new housing districts of the south-west use the station every day, many of them arriving by bus or car from the highway. Visitors are few.
It is busiest at rush hours, and calm in the middle of the day on weekdays and late in the evening.
History of Olkhovaya Metro Station
The Sokolnicheskaya Line, the oldest line of the Moscow Metro, was extended into New Moscow, the area added to the city in the 2010s. The city first planned to extend the line only as far as Filatov Lug, and in February 2016 decided to go farther, to Stolbovo.
Olkhovaya opened on 20 June 2019, in an extension that also included Kommunarka (now Novomoskovskaya), Prokshino and Filatov Lug. It lies in the Sosenskoye Settlement, between Novomoskovskaya and Prokshino.
The station has a tree-inspired design: white square tiles whose bottom edges stick out like tree cones, and lights that resemble the winged seeds of trees.
It stands next to Kaluzhskoye Shosse, with a car park and bus stops that make it a place to change from road to rail. Kaluzhskoye Shosse has no railway beside it, so Line 1 serves as its rail alternative.
Today the station is a working stop on Line 1, in the south-west of the city. Details of its depth and architects should be checked.
Tickets and Booking for Olkhovaya 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.
- Buses and parking: bus fares and the parking rules at the station were not verified.
- 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 Olkhovaya Metro Station
Olkhovaya is in the Sosenskoye Settlement of New Moscow, in the south-west of the city, next to Kaluzhskoye Shosse.
- Metro: Olkhovaya (Line 1, Sokolnicheskaya, red), between Novomoskovskaya and Prokshino.
- Bus: bus stops on the highway let riders change to the Metro; the routes were not verified.
- Car: a car park at the station serves commuters.
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 depth of the station and the availability of lifts 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 housing districts and the highway around the station have shops and cafes typical of a new 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 Olkhovaya Metro Station
The tiled wall
The white square tiles in a diamond pattern with their protruding lower edges, like tree cones.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the platform is quieter
The seed-shaped lights
The lights shaped like winged tree seeds, seen along the length of the hall.
Best time: Between trains, with the platform clear
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the station were not confirmed. Taking photographs of the walls and lights 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 short stop that suits families who enjoy spotting the tree theme in the tiles and the lights. 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
- Look at the bottom edge of the wall tiles; the protruding edges are the cone effect.
- Look up at the lights for the winged-seed shape.
- Compare the walls with Profsoyuznaya, the station that the tiles recall.
- Use Line 1 instead of the highway at rush hours, since Kaluzhskoye Shosse has no railway beside it.
- Ride one stop to Prokshino to see a surface station with a hall inspired by old railway stations.
- Visit between rush hours so you can look at the design in peace.
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FAQ: Olkhovaya Metro Station
When did Olkhovaya open?
On 20 June 2019, together with Kommunarka (now Novomoskovskaya), Prokshino and Filatov Lug.
Which line is it on?
Line 1, the Sokolnicheskaya Line, in red, between Novomoskovskaya and Prokshino.
What is the theme?
Trees: tiles with edges like tree cones, and lights shaped like winged tree seeds.
Is there parking?
Yes, a car park for commuters who change to the Metro, next to Kaluzhskoye Shosse.
Can I change from a bus?
Yes, bus stops on the highway let riders change to the Metro.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
Who designed the station?
The architects were not found in the sources.
How long do I need?
About 5 to 10 minutes to see the station.
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