The Rostokino MCC Station is on the Moscow Central Circle, which opened to passengers on 10 September 2016, and it stands near Prospekt Mira on the border of the Yaroslavsky and Rostokino districts. It lies between Botanichesky Sad and Belokamennaya and was first planned under the name Yaroslavskaya.
The station offers a direct underground interchange to the Rostokino platform of the suburban rail line toward Yaroslavl direction, forming part of a transport hub that also includes the Vystavochny Tsentr monorail station and the VDNKh Metro station. This guide explains how the hub works, what is known about the station, how fares and payment work for tourists, when the hub is busy, and what to see around VDNKh.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Ростокино |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2016 |
| Address | Near Prospekt Mira, on the border of the Yaroslavsky and Rostokino districts, Moscow |
| District | Yaroslavsky |
| Interchanges | Rostokino (Line 14, Moscow Central Circle, the station itself, between Botanichesky Sad and Belokamennaya) Botanichesky Sad (Line 14, Moscow Central Circle, the previous station on the circle toward the outer side) VDNKh (Line 6, orange (Kaluzhsko-Rizhskaya), the nearby Metro station named as part of the same transport hub area) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Central Circle runs daily from early morning until about 01:00, with exact first and last train times differing by station, 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. The station is partly open to the weather, so winter wind and summer sun are part of the visit. |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Rostokino MCC Station?
The station is a connection point rather than a sight: it links the Moscow Central Circle with the Rostokino suburban rail platform by an underground passage, and it lies close to the VDNKh Metro station and the monorail, so it works as a gateway to the exhibition grounds and the Ostankino area.
A southern vestibule of the rebuilt Rostokino rail stop opened on 6 September 2019 near the circle station’s vestibule, enabling a covered above-ground transfer, while the reverse transfer involves exiting under a rain shelter, according to one source. The station suits travelers heading to VDNKh or switching between the circle and suburban trains.
How Rostokino MCC Station Is Laid Out
The station lies on the Moscow Central Circle near Prospekt Mira, east of the main track development of the Rostokino rail station, between Botanichesky Sad on the outer side and Belokamennaya on the inner side.
An underground passage links it to the Rostokino platform of the suburban line, and the station forms part of a transport hub with the Vystavochny Tsentr monorail station and the VDNKh Metro station. Because the details of the platforms, vestibules and walking distances were not verified, follow the signs for the line or station you need and check the operator’s map for the current routes.
Highlights of Rostokino MCC Station
The underground link to the rail platform
The station has a direct underground interchange to the Rostokino platform of the suburban Yaroslavl direction, and together they form a transport hub. Check the signs for the passage and allow time for the walk.
Tip: Follow the passage signs rather than going above ground.
The 2019 southern vestibule
On 6 September 2019 a southern vestibule of the rebuilt Rostokino rail stop opened near the circle station's vestibule, allowing a covered above-ground transfer, while the reverse transfer goes under a rain shelter. Check the current route.
Tip: Check which direction has the covered route.
The VDNKh and monorail hub
The station belongs to a hub that includes the Vystavochny Tsentr monorail station and the VDNKh Metro station. See the VDNKh Moscow: Half-Day Walking Itinerary. Check the walking route to the exhibition grounds on a map.
Tip: Use the monorail for the short hop to Ostankino.
A station that was renamed before opening
The station was originally planned under the name Yaroslavskaya and was renamed Rostokino in August 2016, shortly before opening. Check the name on older maps.
Tip: Look for both names on older guides.
The Moscow Central Circle
The circle was rebuilt from the Little Ring of the Moscow Railway and opened on 10 September 2016, operated through the Moscow Metro. Check the operator's map for the circle's route and transfers.
Tip: Use the circle for cross-city trips.
The neighboring stations
Botanichesky Sad, the previous station on the outer side, links to the orange line, and Belokamennaya lies on the other side. See the Botanichesky Sad Metro Station guide. Check the ride time before you plan.
Tip: Ride one stop to Botanichesky Sad for the orange line.
Atmosphere
The platforms are modern and open, with trains of the circle arriving beside the busy tracks of the suburban lines and a steady flow of commuters crossing between them. The sounds are announcements, trains and footsteps along the passages.
Residents of the north-east, suburban commuters and visitors to the exhibition grounds use the hub, and it is busiest at the weekday rush hours, calmer mid-morning and in the evening.
History of Rostokino MCC Station
The Rostokino station of the Moscow Central Circle opened on 10 September 2016, when the Little Ring of the Moscow Railway was reopened to passengers as the circle. It was originally planned under the name Yaroslavskaya and was renamed Rostokino in August 2016 for the Yaroslavsky and Rostokino districts.
The station sits between Botanichesky Sad and Belokamennaya, east of the main track development of the Rostokino rail station, and offers a direct underground interchange to the Rostokino platform of the suburban Yaroslavl direction. On 6 September 2019 a southern vestibule of the rebuilt Rostokino rail stop opened near the circle station’s vestibule, enabling a covered above-ground transfer.
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 architect and design were not verified, so those fields are empty or not described.
Tickets and Booking for Rostokino MCC 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 Rostokino MCC Station
Take the Moscow Central Circle (Line 14) to Rostokino, between Botanichesky Sad and Belokamennaya, or use the underground interchange from the Rostokino suburban platform. The station is near Prospekt Mira.
- By taxi: ask for Rostokino MCC station near Prospekt Mira.
- By Metro: the VDNKh Metro station on the orange Line 6 and the monorail are part of the same hub area.
- Orientation: follow the line signs in the passages.
Accessibility
The hub involves passages, platforms and vestibules; lifts and step-free routes were not verified, so check mosmetro.ru or ask staff before you travel.
Food Nearby
The streets around Prospekt Mira and VDNKh have cafes and shops; the exact venues were not verified. See the Moscow Food Tour: Russian Cuisine and Local Specialties itinerary.
What to Bring
Bring a warm layer in cold months for the open platforms, a charged phone with a map and cash in rubles for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Rostokino MCC Station
The circle platform
A modern circle train beside the rail tracks.
Best time: Mid-morning.
The underground passage
The passage toward the suburban rail platform.
Best time: Off-peak hours.
The southern vestibule
The vestibule of the rebuilt rail stop.
Best time: Daytime.
Prospekt Mira nearby
The avenue near the hub.
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 platforms are exposed to the weather and the passages are busy at rush hour; keep strollers away from the platform edge. Lifts were not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check which direction has the covered transfer to the rail platform.
- Use the hub to reach VDNKh and the monorail without going to the center.
- Look for both names, Rostokino and the former working name Yaroslavskaya, on older maps.
- Travel between the rush hours for calmer passages.
- Combine the station with the Botanichesky Sad stop and the Main Botanical Garden.
- Check the monorail schedule before relying on it.
Explore Nearby Rostokino MCC Station
Sights near Rostokino MCC Station
Main Botanical Garden Moscowabout 4.9 km away · typical visit: About 2 to 4 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Museum of Cosmonautics Moscowabout 2.6 km away · typical visit: About 1.5 to 2 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Metro stations near Rostokino MCC Station
Botanichesky Sad Metro Stationabout 2.0 km away (~32 min walk)Main image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
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FAQ: Rostokino MCC Station
When did the station open?
On 10 September 2016, with the Moscow Central Circle.
Was it renamed?
Yes, from Yaroslavskaya to Rostokino in August 2016.
Which stations are next to it?
Botanichesky Sad and Belokamennaya.
Can I transfer to suburban trains?
Yes, by a direct underground interchange to the Rostokino platform.
Is it near VDNKh?
It is part of the same hub area with the VDNKh Metro and monorail.
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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