How to transfer from one metro line in Kyiv to another: Transferring in the Kyiv metro is as simple as possible, after your train arrives at one of the transfer stations: Maidan Nezalezhnosti (blue line) – Khreshchatyk (red line) , Zoloti Vorota (red line) – Teatralna (green line) or Ploshcha Ukrainskih Geroiv (blue line) – Palats Sportu (green line) , you follow the transfer corridor (underground tunnel) following the signs posted at the transfer station about transferring to another line.
How to get to the train station in Kyiv by metro: To quickly get to the Central Railway Station, you need the Vokzalna station , which is located on the Red Branch – you can transfer to the Red Branch from both the Blue Branch (at the Maidan Nezalezhnosti station) and the Green Branch (at the Zoloti Vorota station).
Scheme and branches of the Kyiv Metro
To navigate the subway, it is important to understand the basic structure. The Kyiv metro map is intuitive and divided into three branches, each of which has its own color and number.
Red branch (Svyatoshynsko-Brovarskaya line, M1)
The oldest and busiest line, connecting the right and left banks of the Dnieper.
- Terminal stations: “Akademmistechko” – “Lisova”.
- Key stations: “Khreschatyk” (center) is a transfer station to the blue line “Maidan Nezalezhnosti”, “Vokzalna” (exit to the central railway station of Kyiv), “University” with an exit to the Red Building of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, “Teatralna” with an exit to the city center.
- Travel time between terminals: about 40 minutes.
Blue branch (Obolonsko-Teremkivska line, M2)
It crosses the city from north to south exclusively along the right bank from top to bottom along the Dnipro River.
- Terminal stations: “Heroiv Dnipro” – “Teremky”.
- Key stations: “Maidan Nezalezhnosti” (main square) transfer station from the blue line to the red line of the “Khreschatyk” station, “Pochaina” (shopping mall and market), “Ploscha Ukrainskikh Geroiv” (former Ploscha Leo Tolstoy) transfer station from the blue line to the green line of the “Palac Sportu” station.
- Travel time between terminals: about 35 minutes.
Green branch (Syretsko-Pechersk line, M3)
Connects the northwest of the city with the southeastern residential areas (via the South Bridge).
- Terminal stations: “Syrets” – “Chervonyi Khutir”.
- Key stations: “Golden Gate” (historical center) and transfer station from the green to the red metro line, “Teatralna” station, “Palace of Sports” transfer station from the green metro line to the blue line, “Ploscha Ukrainskih Geroiv” metro station, “Zvirynetska” (former name of the Druzhby Narodiv station) exit to the Botanical Garden named after Hryshko.
- Travel time between terminals: about 40 minutes.
Main transfers in the Kyiv metro: How to conveniently change lines
The Kyiv Metro interchange system forms a classic triangle in the city center. Travel between stations is free and is carried out via underground corridors or escalators following signs posted at the interchange station. At interchange stations, one exit is always an exit into the city, and the other exit on the opposite side (or in the center of the station) is a transition to another metro line.
| From which branch? | On which branch? | Transition stations |
| Red (M1) | Blue (M2) | “Khreschatyk” ↔ “Independence Square” |
| Red (M1) | Green (M3) | “Theatralna” ↔ “Golden Gate” |
| Blue (M2) | Green (M3) | “Square of Ukrainian Heroes” ↔ “Palace of Sports” |
Tip for tourists: Keep in mind that during peak hours (08:00–10:00 and 17:00–19:00) the interchanges are at their busiest. Plan your route with a 10-15 minute margin.
How to get to the Central and Southern Railway Stations (ZhD station) by metro in Kyiv
The Central and Southern Railway Stations of Kyiv are served by one station “Vokzalna” (Red Line, M1) . When you exit the Vokzalna metro station, right in front of you you will immediately see the Central entrance to the railway station (railway station). If you need to get to the Southern Railway Station, when you exit the metro, immediately turn right into the underground passage located next to the exit from the Vokzalna metro station and go to the other side, there, turning left, you will get to the main entrance of the Southern Railway Station of Kyiv.
Routes to the Kyiv railway station from different branches:
- If you are on the Red Branch: Just take the train heading towards “Akademmistechko” (if you are coming from the left bank) or “Lisova” (if you are coming from the Svyatoshyn side), and get off at the “Vokzalny” station. After going up the escalator, you will immediately reach the main entrance of the Central Railway Station in Kyiv.
- If you are on the Blue Branch: Get to the Maidan Nezalezhnosti transfer station (Blue Branch), change to Khreschatyk station (Red Branch) and go 3 stops to Vokzalna station. After taking the escalator, go straight to the main entrance of the Central Railway Station in Kyiv.
- If you are on the Green Branch: Get to the Zoloti Vorota transfer station (Green Branch) and go through the transfer tunnel to Teatralna station (Red Branch), then go just 2 stops to Vokzalna station, after going up the escalator, go straight to the main entrance of the Central Railway Station of Kyiv.
Important: The exit from Vokzalna station leads directly to the square in front of the Central Railway Station. To get to the Southern Railway Station, go through the underground immediately after exiting the metro, turn right, or the above-ground covered walkway (concourse) inside the Central Railway Station building itself.
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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about the Kyiv Metro
How much does it cost to ride the Kyiv metro?
The fare is currently 8 hryvnias. Payment for travel is made contactlessly (bank card, Apple Pay, Google Pay), using the Kyiv Smart Card transport card or a single QR ticket. Please note that from July 15, travel in the Kyiv Metro will increase in price from 8 hryvnias to 30 hryvnias for a single trip for one adult.
Does the metro operate during an air raid alert?
During an alarm, train movement on open sections (bridges) is suspended (moving from the left to the right bank and vice versa), but movement on underground sections on the left and right banks continues with shuttles at intervals to underground stations.
What is the deepest metro station in Kyiv?
Arsenalnaya Station (Red Line) is the deepest metro station in the world. Its depth is 105.5 meters. It can withstand even a direct missile hit and a nuclear explosion.
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