The Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station is a deep interchange in north Moscow where two lines meet: the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line, Line 9, which opened here in 1991, and the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line, Line 10, which was extended to this station in 2016. The deep station lies at a depth of about 61 meters.
It is a working hub rather than a sightseeing stop, designed by V. Z. Philippov and S. A. Sevastianov. This guide explains how the two lines connect, what the station’s depth means for the escalator ride, how fares and payment work for tourists, when the interchange is crowded, and which neighboring stations and sights are close, including the route to the Main Botanical Garden.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Петровско-Разумовская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1991 |
| Architect(s) | V. Z. Philippov and S. A. Sevastianov |
| Address | Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro, north Moscow, on the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Timiryazevsky |
| Interchanges | Petrovsko-Razumovskaya (Line 9, light gray (Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya), the original station of 1991, between Vladykino and Timiryazevskaya) Petrovsko-Razumovskaya (Line 10, lime (Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya), the second station, between Okruzhnaya and Fonvizinskaya, linked by an interchange) Okruzhnaya (Line 10, lime, the previous station of the lime 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 at the interchange. The station is underground and can be used in any season. |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station?
The station is useful for crossing the north of the city: it links the light gray line, which runs from the south through the center to Altufyevo, with the lime line, which runs from the south-east to the north. It is deep, at about 61 meters, so the escalators are long.
The station sits near the Timiryazev Agricultural Academy district, and the next stations make it a base for reaching the Main Botanical Garden and Botanichesky Sad. It is a transfer and transit point, and a visit takes only a few minutes beyond the ride. The Metro operator describes it as a station that serves both lines.
How Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station Is Laid Out
The station serves two lines. On the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line it lies between Vladykino toward Altufyevo and Timiryazevskaya toward the center; on the Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line it lies between Okruzhnaya and Fonvizinskaya.
The two stations are linked by an interchange, which one listing describes as a cross-platform interchange; other lines are under construction in the area. Because details of the layout were not verified, follow the signs for your line and check the operator’s map for the current route and walking time. The station has exits to nearby streets.
Highlights of Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
A deep station at about 61 meters
The station lies at about 61 meters below ground, which makes it one of the deeper stations of the northern section of the line. Look at the long escalators and the depth markers if shown. Check how long the escalator ride takes when you plan a transfer.
Tip: Allow extra time for the long escalator ride.
The 1991 northern extension
The station opened in March 1991 as part of a major northern extension of the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line, designed by V. Z. Philippov and S. A. Sevastianov. Check the Metro operator's pages for the exact day, since sources differ between 1 and 7 March.
Tip: Read about the line's northern extension before you ride.
The Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya link
The lime line was extended to terminate here on 16 September 2016, and it later continued north. The interchange between the two lines is described as cross-platform in one listing. Check the signs on arrival.
Tip: Follow the line colors rather than the crowd.
The neighboring deep stations
Timiryazevskaya, the next station toward the center, is 63.5 meters deep and the only deep single-vault station on the Metro. Check the Metro tour itinerary for deep stations.
Tip: Ride one stop to see a single-vault hall.
The route to the botanical gardens
The Main Botanical Garden and the Botanichesky Sad stations lie further along the northern lines. See the Main Botanical Garden Moscow guide. Check the best station for the garden entrance.
Tip: Use Vladykino for the Main Botanical Garden.
A working hub
The station serves commuters from the north, and it is most interesting for its role as a connection rather than for decoration. Check the operator's map for new lines under construction in the area.
Tip: Plan the transfer in advance on the map.
Atmosphere
The deep hall is cool and echoing, with long escalators carrying streams of commuters between the platforms and the surface. The sounds are trains, announcements and the hum of the escalators.
Residents of the northern districts and students use the station, and it is busiest at the weekday rush hours, calmer mid-morning and in the evening. Because of the depth, the ride itself is a notable part of the visit.
History of Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
The Petrovsko-Razumovskaya station opened in March 1991 as part of a major northern extension of the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line, designed by V. Z. Philippov and S. A. Sevastianov, with sources giving the opening day as 1 or 7 March. It lies at a depth of about 61 meters.
The Lyublinsko-Dmitrovskaya Line was extended to terminate at the station on 16 September 2016, and it was extended further north to Seligerskaya on 22 March 2018, according to one source. The two lines are linked by an interchange.
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 line’s later extensions and any new lines under construction were not verified.
Tickets and Booking for Petrovsko-Razumovskaya 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. Troika cards and tickets can be bought at ticket offices and ticket machines in Metro vestibules, 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 interchange is busy.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
Take the light gray Line 9 to Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, between Vladykino and Timiryazevskaya, or the lime Line 10, between Okruzhnaya and Fonvizinskaya, and follow the signs for the interchange.
- By taxi: ask for Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro.
- To the Main Botanical Garden: ride to Vladykino, one stop north on the light gray line.
- Orientation: follow the line colors in the interchange.
Accessibility
The deep station has long escalators; lifts and step-free routes at this station and its interchange were not verified, so check mosmetro.ru or ask staff before you travel.
Food Nearby
The streets around the station 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 and cash in rubles for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
The platform hall
The deep hall with a train arriving.
Best time: Mid-morning, outside rush hour.
The long escalator
The escalator shaft descending into the deep station.
Best time: Off-peak hours.
The interchange corridor
The signs and passages between the two lines.
Best time: Off-peak hours.
Timiryazevskaya next door
The single-vault hall one stop toward the center.
Best time: Mid-morning.
Photography Rules
Photography in the Metro 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 stop, but the escalators are long and the interchange is busy at rush hour; hold children's hands and keep strollers away from the platform edge. Lifts were not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Allow extra time for the long escalator ride at this deep station.
- Follow the line colors in the interchange rather than the crowd.
- Ride one stop to Timiryazevskaya to see the only deep single-vault hall.
- Use Vladykino rather than this station for the Main Botanical Garden.
- Travel between the rush hours for calmer corridors.
- Check the operator's map for new lines under construction in this area.
Explore Nearby Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
Sights near Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
Main Botanical Garden Moscowabout 1.4 km away (~23 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 Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
Botanichesky Sad Metro Stationabout 4.2 km awayMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Train stations and river piers near Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
Savyolovsky Railway Terminalabout 4.6 km awayMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Petrovsko-Razumovskaya Metro Station
When did the station open?
In March 1991, with sources giving 1 or 7 March.
Which lines meet here?
The light gray Line 9 and the lime Line 10.
How deep is it?
About 61 meters.
Who designed it?
V. Z. Philippov and S. A. Sevastianov.
When did the lime line reach it?
On 16 September 2016.
Is it a sightseeing station?
No; it is mainly a transfer and transit point.
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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