Buses
The most economical connection to Saint Petersburg’s public transport system is provided by the urban bus lines linking the airport with the Moskovskaya metro station (Line 2 – blue). Stops are located on the first level (arrivals), in front of exits 1 and 2 of the terminal building.
- Line 39: Operates between 5:15 am and 1:30 am, with a frequency of 10 to 20 minutes. The estimated journey time to the metro station is 30 to 35 minutes.
- Express Line 39E: Provides a direct service with limited stops. It runs from 6:00 am to 1:40 am, with intervals of 20 to 30 minutes. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes.
- Line 82E: Connects with the Prospekt Veteranov metro station.
For your stay: In the airport square, next to the bus stop, there is a kiosk selling the "Podorozhnik" transport card, ideal for getting around the city.
Car-sharing
For those who prefer independent mobility through mobile apps, the services of Citydrive, Delimobil, Yandex Drive and BelkaCar allow vehicles to be rented and returned directly at the airport. Dedicated parking spaces for these vehicles are located in the P3 sector.
Taxis
The official taxi service recommended by the airport is Yandex Go. The journey to the historic city centre takes between 20 and 40 minutes, depending largely on traffic conditions.
How to request it:
- In person: Visit the official Yandex Go offices located in the domestic flights baggage reclaim hall and just outside the international arrivals baggage reclaim area. They are open 24 hours a day.
- Via the app: Through the Yandex Go application, where you can view the vehicle and driver details and manage payment.
Tip: For safety reasons, the airport discourages the use of unofficial taxi drivers offering their services inside the terminal.