Tushinskaya Metro Station opened on 30 December 1975 on the Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya Line, a shallow station about 10.5 meters under the Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo District in the north-west of Moscow. Tushinskaya Metro Station has grey-blue marble pillars and white marble walls with inlaid zigzag friezes.
It stands next to Tushinskaya railway station, on Line D2 of the Moscow Central Diameters. This guide explains the design, the rail link and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Тушинская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1975 |
| Architect(s) | I. G. Petukhova and V. P. Kachurinets |
| Address | Tushino area, Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo |
| Interchanges | Tushinskaya (Line 7 (Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya, purple), the station itself, between Skhodnenskaya and Spartak, next to Tushinskaya railway station) |
| 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 and rail travelers fill the platform and the passages.
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 Tushinskaya Metro Station?
Tushinskaya is a station of the northern extension of 1975, built to a modified standard design by I. G. Petukhova and V. P. Kachurinets. The pillars are faced with grey-blue marble, and the white marble walls carry inlaid zigzag friezes.
It is one of the busiest stations of the Metro, because it serves a large residential area and stands next to Tushinskaya railway station, on the Rizhsky suburban railway line and Line D2 of the Moscow Central Diameters.
It is a practical place to change from the Metro to a train, or to start a trip to the stadium district, since Spartak, the next station toward the center, was opened in 2014.
Highlights of Tushinskaya Metro Station
Grey-blue marble pillars
The pillars of the hall are faced with grey-blue marble.
The cool color is the main decoration of the station, in a modified standard design.
Tip: Look along the row of pillars from the middle of the platform.
Zigzag friezes
The white marble walls carry inlaid zigzag friezes.
They are the main decorative detail of the walls.
Tip: Look at the walls behind the pillars for the zigzag pattern.
Next to the railway station
The Metro station is adjacent to Tushinskaya railway station, on the Rizhsky suburban line and on Line D2 of the Moscow Central Diameters.
Trains of the railway are a separate service.
Tip: Check the railway's own signs and timetable for the platform you need.
A shallow station of 1975
Tushinskaya is about 10.5 meters underground, and opened on 30 December 1975.
It was part of the northern extension of the line, to the districts of Shchukino and Tushino.
Tip: Allow for a short escalator ride.
Designed by Petukhova and Kachurinets
The architects are given as I. G. Petukhova and V. P. Kachurinets.
The station was built to a modified standard design of the time.
Tip: Compare the hall with Skhodnenskaya, the previous station, which has a different design.
Spartak is the next station
Spartak, the former ghost station, lies between Tushinskaya and Shchukinskaya.
A map site lists Tushinskaya at 800 meters from it.
Tip: Ride one stop toward the center to reach the stadium district.
Atmosphere
The hall is cool and orderly, with grey-blue pillars, white walls and the sound of trains arriving. The platform is busy with commuters and travelers carrying bags to and from the railway.
Residents of the north-west, commuters and travelers using the suburban trains use the station, and it is one of the busiest stops of the line.
It is busiest at rush hours, and calm in the middle of the morning on weekdays and late in the evening.
History of Tushinskaya Metro Station
In the 1970s the Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya Line was extended north, to the districts of Shchukino and Tushino. The extension opened on 30 December 1975, with several new stations, including Tushinskaya.
Tushinskaya is a shallow station, about 10.5 meters deep, in the area that is now the Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo District. It was designed by I. G. Petukhova and V. P. Kachurinets, to a modified standard design, with grey-blue marble pillars and white marble walls with inlaid zigzag friezes.
The station stands next to Tushinskaya railway station, on the Rizhsky suburban railway line. Later, the railway line became Line D2 of the Moscow Central Diameters, which links the station with the suburban network.
An old study counted it among the busiest stations of the Metro.
On 27 August 2014 Spartak opened between Tushinskaya and Shchukinskaya, after being a ghost station for about forty years.
Today Tushinskaya is a working stop on Line 7, between Skhodnenskaya and Spartak.
Tickets and Booking for Tushinskaya 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 fare, while some sources still give a lower budget-level fare (₽). 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.
- Rail: the trains of Line D2 have their own fare rules, which were not verified here.
- 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 Tushinskaya Metro Station
Tushinskaya is in the Pokrovskoye-Streshnevo District, in the north-west of Moscow, next to Tushinskaya railway station.
- Metro: Tushinskaya (Line 7, Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya, purple), between Skhodnenskaya and Spartak.
- Rail: Tushinskaya railway station, on the Rizhsky line and Line D2 of the Moscow Central Diameters, adjacent to the Metro station.
The vestibules and the exits were not verified, and neither were the walking times. Check the destination on the front of the train; Line 7 runs north-west to Planernaya. Buses and taxis can drop you near the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The station is shallow, about 10.5 meters down, but the availability of lifts and step-free access, at the station and at the link to the railway, was not verified. Contact the Metro or check mosmetro.ru before traveling if you need step-free access or assistance.
Food Nearby
The streets around the railway station and the Metro station have cafes, fast food outlets and shops. 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, and keep your luggage close in the busy passages.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Tushinskaya Metro Station
Along the grey-blue pillars
The row of grey-blue marble pillars receding along the hall, with the white walls and the zigzag friezes behind.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the platform is quieter
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the station were not confirmed. Taking photographs of the hall 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 practical stop for families traveling by rail from Tushinskaya railway station. It is shallow, but very busy at rush hours, so keep children close and away from the platform edge, and watch your luggage. Strollers may need a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check the railway's own signs and timetable before you walk to the railway station; the Metro and the rail are separate services.
- Look for the zigzag friezes on the white marble walls behind the pillars.
- Ride one stop toward the center to reach Spartak and the stadium district.
- Check the destination on the front of the train; Line 7 is long and runs to Planernaya in the north-west.
- Leave extra time at rush hours; this is one of the busiest stops on the line.
- Come in mid-morning on a weekday for the quietest platform.
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FAQ: Tushinskaya Metro Station
When did Tushinskaya open?
On 30 December 1975, with the northern extension of Line 7.
How deep is it?
About 10.5 meters, in a shallow station.
Which line is it on?
Line 7, the Tagansko-Krasnopresnenskaya Line, in purple, between Skhodnenskaya and Spartak.
Who designed it?
I. G. Petukhova and V. P. Kachurinets.
What does the hall look like?
It has grey-blue marble pillars and white marble walls with inlaid zigzag friezes.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
Is there a railway station next to it?
Yes, Tushinskaya railway station, on the Rizhsky line and Line D2; it is a separate service.
How long do I need?
About 10 minutes to see the hall.
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