Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station is a modern station in western Moscow, opened in 2008 on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line in the Fili-Davydkovo District. Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station design, by the architect Vadim Volovich, uses a plant-inspired theme and a shallow hall about 10 meters deep.
It is a commuter station rather than a showpiece, with two underground vestibules that open onto the surface junction on Rublyovskoye Highway. This guide explains what is known about the station, how it fits into the western part of Line 3 and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Славянский бульвар |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 2008 |
| Architect(s) | Vadim Volovich |
| Address | Rublyovskoye Highway, Fili-Davydkovo District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Fili-Davydkovo |
| Interchanges | Slavyansky Bulvar (Line 3 (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya, dark blue), the station itself, between Park Pobedy and Kuntsevskaya) |
| 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 commuters crowd the platform and the vestibules.
The station works in every season. It is mainly a transit point, so there is no best season for a visit. |
| Last updated | October 6, 2026 |
Why Visit Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station?
Slavyansky Bulvar shows the Metro of the 2000s, in contrast to the heavy Stalinist halls of the center. It opened in September 2008, and its design follows a plant-inspired theme, similar to the bionic style.
The station is shallow, only about 10 meters deep, and has two underground vestibules that serve as a junction with surface traffic.
It is mainly of use to visitors who are traveling in the west of the city. It lies between Park Pobedy, the station for Victory Park, and Kuntsevskaya, a cross-platform interchange with the Filyovskaya Line, and serves the residential districts of Fili-Davydkovo.
Highlights of Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
A plant-inspired design
The station uses a plant-inspired theme, similar to the bionic style, in contrast to the monumental style of the older stations. Vadim Volovich designed it.
The details of materials and lighting were not described in the sources found.
Tip: Look at the shapes of the columns and the ceiling on the platform to see how the theme is applied.
A shallow modern station
The platform lies only about 10 meters below the surface, which makes it much quicker to reach than the deep stations of the center.
It has two tracks and one platform hall.
Tip: Allow only a short time to enter and exit, since the escalators are short.
Two underground vestibules
The station has two underground vestibules and serves as a junction with surface urban traffic on Rublyovskoye Highway.
The vestibules lead up to street crossings and bus stops.
Tip: Check the exit signs and choose the vestibule on the side of the street where you are heading.
A bypass of the Filyovskaya Line
The station was built as part of the stretch of the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line that bypasses most of the surface section of the Filyovskaya Line. It serves the southwestern districts between the Frunzensky and Filyovsky radii.
It opened in September 2008, a few months after Kuntsevskaya and Strogino.
Tip: Look at the Metro map to see how Line 3 runs beside the Filyovskaya Line in this part of the city.
A changed plan
The section between Kuntsevskaya and Park Pobedy was first planned with two stations. One, Minskaya, was to stand near Victory Park, and the second, Slavyansky Bulvar, on the south side of Kutuzovsky Prospect.
The plan changed to give priority to the line to Strogino and the bypass.
Tip: Check the exit maps, since the station's position differs from the first plan.
Next to Victory Park
One station east, Park Pobedy serves Victory Park and the Victory Museum on Poklonnaya Hill.
Slavyansky Bulvar is the stop for the residential area to the south of the line.
Tip: Ride one stop east to Park Pobedy if you are heading for Victory Park.
Atmosphere
The station is modern and functional, with a shallow hall and a quick passage between the platform and the street. Commuters from the residential districts of Fili-Davydkovo pass through at a steady pace.
The sound is trains, announcements and the traffic of Rublyovskoye Highway above. Students, workers and families use it every day.
It is busiest at the morning and evening rush hours, and much quieter in the middle of the day and late in the evening. There is little reason for sightseeing here beyond the design.
History of Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
The Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line was extended west in stages. The section between Kuntsevskaya and Park Pobedy was first planned with two new stations: Minskaya, near the west side of Victory Park at the corner of Minskaya Street and Kutuzovsky Prospect, and Slavyansky Bulvar, on the south side of the same avenue in the Fili-Davydkovo District, next to Slavyansky Boulevard, which gave the station its name.
Construction of Slavyansky Bulvar began in the first plan, and a pit was ready for the tunnel boring shield. Then the Moscow government changed the original plan, giving priority to building a line to Strogino and to closing the bypass of the surface section of the Filyovskaya Line.
The first new stations of the bypass, an expanded Kuntsevskaya and Strogino, opened in January 2008. Slavyansky Bulvar followed on 7 September 2008.
The architect was Vadim Volovich, and the station is a shallow station about 10 meters deep, with two underground vestibules that serve as a junction with surface traffic on Rublyovskoye Highway. Its design uses a plant-inspired theme, similar to the bionic style, in contrast to the monumental halls of the earlier decades.
The station serves the residents of the southwestern districts between the Frunzensky and Filyovsky radii of the Metro, and it is one of the newer stations on Line 3.
Today it is a working commuter station in Fili-Davydkovo, the neighbor of Park Pobedy to the east and Kuntsevskaya to the west.
Tickets and Booking for Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
There is no ticket for the station itself; entering needs a Metro fare. Reports on 2026 fares differ: a budget-level fare (₽) for a single ride with a Troika card, a slightly higher budget-level fare (₽) by contactless bank card and a higher budget-level fare (₽) for a 90-minute ticket, while some sources still give lower prices. 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, when commuters travel to and from the center.
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 Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
Slavyansky Bulvar is in the Fili-Davydkovo District, in the west of Moscow, on Rublyovskoye Highway.
- Metro: Slavyansky Bulvar (Line 3, Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya, dark blue), between Park Pobedy and Kuntsevskaya.
The station has two underground vestibules, which lead to the crossings and bus stops of the highway. From the center, the ride on Line 3 takes a while, since the station is on the western edge of the line; the travel time was not verified. A taxi can drop you at either vestibule.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The station is shallow, about 10 meters deep, and is reached by short escalators or stairs, but 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 around Rublyovskoye Highway and the residential area of Fili-Davydkovo have shops, cafes and fast food outlets. Specific venues were not verified, so check opening hours before you go.
What to Bring
Bring some rubles in cash for a ticket or a Troika card, and a navigation app to find the right vestibule.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
Platform hall
The shallow platform with its plant-inspired shapes, subject to the Metro's photography rules.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the station is quieter
Underground vestibule
The modern vestibule leading up to Rublyovskoye Highway.
Best time: Between rush hours
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 station 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 commuter stop that suits families who are riding the Line 3 on the way to the west of the city. It is shallow and quick to use, but 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
- Check the line before you go; the station is on Line 3, not on the Filyovskaya Line that runs nearby.
- Ride one stop east to Park Pobedy for Victory Park and the Victory Museum.
- Choose the vestibule that fits your direction to save a street crossing on Rublyovskoye Highway.
- Do not expect a showpiece station; its interest is its modern, plant-inspired design.
- Use the neighboring Kuntsevskaya for the cross-platform change to the Filyovskaya Line.
- Avoid the weekday rush hours if you are traveling with luggage.
Explore Nearby Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
Sights near Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
Victory Park Moscowabout 2.0 km away · typical visit: 2–4 hours; longer with the museum
Moscow Metro · typical visit: 1.5–3 hours for a tour of showcase stations
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FAQ: Slavyansky Bulvar Metro Station
When did Slavyansky Bulvar open?
On 7 September 2008, a few months after Kuntsevskaya and Strogino.
Who designed it?
The architect Vadim Volovich.
Which line is it on?
Line 3, the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line, in dark blue, between Park Pobedy and Kuntsevskaya.
Is it a deep station?
No, it is shallow, about 10 meters deep, with two underground vestibules.
What is the design theme?
A plant-inspired theme, similar to the bionic style.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
Is it near Victory Park?
Not within walking distance. Park Pobedy, one stop east, is the station for Victory Park.
How long do I need?
About 5 minutes to see the platform hall.
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