Yekaterinburg Airport

• Koltsovo serves Yekaterinburg and has the IATA code SVX.
• Bus 65 runs between the airport and the main railway station.
• Buses 66 and 79 connect Koltsovo with Botanicheskaya metro station.
• A suburban train runs between the airport railway station and Yekaterinburg-Passazhirsky.
• On 25 October 2026, the official airport website listed a fare of 33 rubles for these bus routes; schedules and fares may change.
• Recurring airport closures can disrupt flights.

Choose a bus based on your destination in Yekaterinburg. Route 65 goes to the main railway station, while routes 66 and 79 go to Botanicheskaya metro station. Bus operating hours vary by route and day of the week. On the day of travel, check the direction and departure time for the relevant day of the week.

For onward rail connections, the suburban train between Koltsovo and Yekaterinburg-Passazhirsky may be a good option. The airport publishes services in both directions. Train times are listed separately and must match your travel date, so include a specific arrival or departure time in your own connection plan. If you are continuing by train, check that the station name on your ticket matches your arrival point. The station shown on your rail ticket determines your connection; long-distance and suburban stations may be different stations, including Yekaterinburg-Passazhirsky.

If your destination is near the metro, taking route 66 or 79 to Botanicheskaya and continuing by public transport may be convenient. Route 65 goes to the main railway station, where you can transfer to your next train. Plan local transport and the transfer between your arrival point and accommodation as two consecutive legs. For your first night, accommodation near your chosen arrival station or city destination can reduce the amount of walking with a suitcase.

After landing, follow signs to baggage claim and the exit to ground transport. Before boarding, make sure the stop and direction are right for your hotel or railway station. Saving the address in both Latin and local script makes it easier to show your destination. An offline map showing the airport, accommodation and railway station is useful even when mobile data is unavailable along the way.

If you are travelling onward on the same day, plan the trip from the airport to the railway station separately from your train connection. Luggage, waiting, finding tickets and getting around the station all take time. After landing, allow time for baggage claim, getting to the stop, the ride and the walk; the schedule for these stages should include a buffer before your train connection. For navigating your flight, baggage claim and onward journey, include the airport you booked in your arrival plans; the journey after leaving the airport is the next stage.

An overnight stay in Yekaterinburg gives you time to explore the city and breaks up a late arrival or early onward journey. Choose accommodation that suits your planned route: staying near the metro makes getting around the city easier, while a location by the railway station works well for an early train. For general inspiration for other destinations, see the holiday overview. Your flight arrival and onward journey should be planned as separate time blocks.

The German Federal Foreign Office’s advisory applies throughout the country, including travel to Yekaterinburg.

Direct air traffic between Russia and the EU has been suspended; connections via international hubs may be suspended or reduced at short notice. German Visa and Mastercard cards and payment apps do not work in Russia; cash withdrawals with German cards and transfers to the Russian Federation are also not possible. If you are entering the country or connecting through it, factor these conditions into your choice of route and payment methods from the outset. Passports and travel documents depend on your nationality, destination and transit arrangements. Payment restrictions also affect planning for cash and alternative payment methods.

Which bus goes from the airport to the main railway station?

The official airport website lists route 65 between Koltsovo and the main railway station. Routes 66 and 79 go to Botanicheskaya metro station.

How do the bus operating hours differ?

The airport information lists separate operating hours for route 65 on weekdays and weekends. Route 66 runs during the day and into the late evening; route 79 has a shorter operating window.

Is there a train connection between the airport and the main railway station?

Yes. The suburban train connects Koltsovo airport railway station with Yekaterinburg-Passazhirsky; specific departure times depend on the travel date.

Its advice also applies to Yekaterinburg.