Moscow's May holidays trigger record railway travel surges in 2026
The May holidays are set to bring a busy travel period for Moscow’s railway network. From late April into early May, thousands of passengers will board trains as the city sees two major surges in departures. Kazan Station will be the busiest hub during the long weekend. The first wave of travellers began leaving Moscow on April 30, 2026. A second peak is expected on May 8, as people return or set off on new trips. Over the entire holiday stretch, an average of 166 trains will depart the capital each day.
To meet demand, Moscow Railway has added 123 extra long-distance services. Popular routes include 135 daily train pairs to Adler, 57 to Novorossiysk, and 50 to Anapa. These additional connections aim to ease congestion and provide more options for holidaymakers.
The extended May break will see thousands of passengers rely on rail travel. With extra services and increased capacity, Moscow Railway is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year. The additional trains should help manage the surge in demand across key destinations.
