When going on vacation or on business to another city, owners often take their pets with them. There are situations when there is no one to leave him with, and special hotels are not available in all cities, and staying in them is not cheap. And some people simply cannot imagine traveling without their beloved cat or parrot. The first stage of any train trip should begin with becoming familiar with the rules for transporting animals.
Carrying - the bag is suitable for urban public transport. For long-distance travel, a plastic container is required, because... Transportation of animals on the train is only permissible in a hard container.
You need to choose a carrier according to the size pet. He should be comfortable inside, he should be able to stand up completely and lie down freely. It is worth considering that many carriers allow the transportation of containers with dimensions of the sum of three sides no more than 180 cm, and in some cases no more than 120 cm.
Some container models also have wheels and a retractable handle for easy movement.
JSC Russian Railways establishes rules for the transportation of animals (cats, dogs of any breed, birds, ferrets, chinchillas, lizards, etc.), according to which travel on suburban electric trains and on long-distance trains is paid for them.
Pay attention! Sometimes it may be necessary to buy an entire compartment to transfer the animal.
With a small pet, you need to pay a special fee at the station ticket office or on the Russian Railways website, get a baggage receipt and present it along with your ticket upon boarding.
Only domestic small animals and birds are allowed in the passenger carriage; wild animals must be transported in the baggage carriage.
Important! It is prohibited to transport animals that can harm the health of other passengers.
Carrying is hand luggage. If the allowed carry-on baggage allowance for each passenger is exceeded, you will be required to pay for the excess.
A guide dog wearing a collar and muzzle is allowed to travel next to a disabled person, regardless of the type of carriage, on an electric train, on long-distance trains and on high-speed trains. There is no need to pay anything additional. However, this only applies to travel through Russian territory.
It is the responsibility of the owner to monitor the pet and its portable container to ensure that the carriage is kept clean and free of unpleasant odors.
In 2018, transportation across the territory of the Russian Federation does not require obtaining a special veterinary certificate for a pet, except if the transportation is related to commercial activities.
When purchasing tickets online, you will see a paw icon next to the carriage information. Depending on whether this icon is crossed out or not, we can conclude whether Russian Railways is allowed to transport pets or not.
| Car type | Service class | Transportation conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Lux | 1A, 1I, 1M | One small cat or dog in a portable container is allowed free of charge. |
| Single SV | 1B | |
| SV on the Strizh train | 1E | We allow free transportation of one container, subject to the purchase of the entire compartment. |
| NE | 1E, 1U, 1L | We accept one container with a cat or dog, or one large dog, provided that the entire compartment is purchased. |
| Coupe | 2E, 2B | |
| Coupe | 2L, 2K, 2U | You need to buy all the seats in the compartment; you just need to pay the transport fee. The sum of passengers and animals should not exceed the number of seats in the compartment; if the number exceeds, then additional seats are paid. |
| Reserved seat | 3U, 3D | It is acceptable to transport small pets and dogs, except large breeds upon presentation of a receipt for payment for carriage at the station ticket office. |
| Seat carriage | 2V, 3Zh | It is permissible to take a cat and a dog with you, except for large breeds, in the amount of no more than two in one container per travel document with payment for transportation. |
| General carriage | 3O | It is permissible to transport small pets, except large breeds, upon presentation of a receipt for payment for transportation at the station ticket office. There is no need to buy additional space. |
Important! In classes 1P, 1C, 2P, 2C, 3L (except for high-speed trains), animals cannot be transported.
JSC "TransClassService" is a private Russian company, which is a partner of JSC Russian Railways and has recently been providing regular passenger transportation in its own rolling stock in various railway directions.
In the business class of JSC TKS, you are allowed to carry up to 2 pets in a container or one large dog in a muzzle and a collar with a short leash free of charge, with the condition of purchasing the entire compartment.
In carriages 2U Comfort and 2L you can carry no more than 2 small animals or one large dog, and the rules for carriage are the same as for business class.
It is prohibited to carry pets in the 2T Economy TK compartment and in the reserved seat carriage.
According to the new legislation, it is no longer required to move within the territory of Russia. veterinary certificate. It is permissible to take cats, dogs, guinea pigs, chinchillas, parrots, etc., in almost all railway transport. The presence of a muzzle is mandatory for dogs of any size, even if the trip takes place in a separate compartment. The container with the pet must always be placed in the hand luggage storage areas so that it does not disturb other passengers and service personnel.
Electric trains have less strict transportation rules. A small cat or dog may be in the arms of the owner. The dog must be wearing a muzzle and collar.
The price for transportation in compartment and reserved seat carriages, as well as in carriages with seats, except for soft seats on long-distance trains, starts from 260 rubles. and depends on the tariff zone and distance.
To transport a large dog, a whole compartment must be purchased in advance. The pet must be muzzled and on a leash at all times and under the strict supervision of the owner.
Transporting a large dog on a train is permissible only after paying the transport fee at the station ticket office and only in the vestibule, and total quantity There cannot be more than two large dogs in one vestibule.
Large dogs are not allowed on trains such as Sapsan, Swift, etc.
Attention: If, during boarding, a Russian Railways employee considers that the animals may pose a potential danger, he will refuse to transport them to the owner.
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Business class (cars No. 2 and 12) and premium class (cars No. 1 and 11). A passenger from these classes of service will have to use the service of accompanying a pet and leave it for the duration of the train trip in carriage No. 3 or 13 next to service seats 65 and 66.
Important: The service is available only by appointment and no later than 24 hours before train departure. The service can be ordered by phone: 8-800-222-07-66. Cost – 990 rub.
With one travel document you can transport a small pet in a container.
It is worth knowing the requirements for the container:
In the compartment-meeting room of cars No. 1 and 11, it is allowed to transport one pet per issued travel document and no more than 4 pets in total, subject to the full purchase of the compartment-meeting room.
Passengers traveling in economy class can purchase specially allocated seats 1 to 4 in carriages No. 3 and 13 and seats 1 to 4, 65 and 66 in carriages No. 8 and 18. The cost of a reserved seat will be 400 rubles more expensive. Despite the presence of specially designated seats, transportation must only be carried out in a carrier, which must be placed in the baggage area or under the seat immediately after boarding so as not to disturb other passengers.
According to the approved transportation rules, a guide dog can be transported free of charge on a high-speed train, muzzled and on a leash.
This train runs between St. Petersburg and the Republic of Finland, so the first thing a tourist should do is find out the requirements of Finland regarding import rules. When purchasing a ticket, you should purchase specially designated seats in carriage No. 6.
The carriage fee is 15 euros and it is automatically included in the final price when issuing a ticket for special seats in carriage No. 6. As for a guide dog, it is allowed to travel only in 2nd class of service.
You can transport no more than 2 dogs on a leash, no more than 2 cages, or no more than 1 dog on a leash and 1 carrier with a small animal at a time. In this case, the size of the carrier should not exceed 60x45x40 cm.
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Transportation is allowed in a container with dimensions of the sum of width, height and length not exceeding 180 cm. The container must be located in the luggage areas.
You can carry only one animal per ticket; on Lastochka trains there are specially allocated seats in carriages No. 5 and No. 10. During the process of issuing a ticket for these seats, a fee of 150 rubles is automatically added to the final cost of the travel document.
Important! A guide dog can only be transported with a muzzle and on a leash free of charge.
On the Lastochka trains of JSC FPC, small animals and birds are allowed to be transported only in class 2B.
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In carriage 1E, the entire compartment must be redeemed. However, only small animals can be transported. No additional payments are required.
The same rules apply in carriage 1E. You will need to buy the whole compartment. However, you can transport both a small animal and one large dog. No additional payments are required.
In class 2B there is no need to buy all compartments. However, it is prohibited to transport large dogs, and payment is required for transporting a small animal.
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The carriage rules are the same for all classes of service. Only small animals are allowed for cargo transportation when the entire compartment is purchased at the full rate in a special container, according to the regulated dimensions. There is no additional payment required.
The rules for transporting animals on a high-speed train differ from those on long-distance trains. First of all, because on high-speed trains, some carriages have special seats for passengers with pets, and the payment is already included in the ticket price when issuing it.
Please note ! If the train does not have a completely free compartment, traveling with animals is not allowed.
One large dog is allowed to be carried, muzzled and on a leash, with the constant supervision of the owner or another accompanying person.
When going abroad with your four-legged pet, you need to clarify the transportation rules specifically for the country of destination. Because some countries may not only have strict entry rules, but even prohibit entry with one or another animal. For example, you can enter Norway with a dog only 21 days after the rabies vaccination.
Before the trip, every tourist must find information about what types of animals are allowed to be transported, clarify the list of required documents and certificates, find out about the need for a special microchip and all other conditions. In the CIS countries (Kazakhstan, Armenia, Ukraine, Belarus), a tourist with a pet will need to buy the entire compartment.
Good to know:
A few hours before the trip, it is worth giving your pet less food and liquid to avoid embarrassment.
The owner must also remember that any trip is stressful for the pet. He can bark and meow, which will cause inconvenience to other passengers. You should always have them in your bag special means on caring for the animal and its cage.
Once every 4-5 hours during train stops, it is necessary to walk the animal on a leash.
If possible, choose daytime flights for a smoother trip.
Traveling with a pet is not as troublesome as it might seem at first glance. Most trains allow pets, but the fees are not high. It is only important to study all the requirements in a timely manner, issue tickets, order the necessary services and prepare the pet for transportation.
It is also important to remember that the owner is responsible for his pet the entire time he is on the train and tries to make sure that other passengers are also comfortable being around.
*prices are current as of June 2018
The rules for transporting animals on a train are determined by order of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation No. 473 dated December 19, 2013. According to this document, pets can be transported both as carry-on luggage and as luggage, depending on the size and type of animal.
So, indoor dogs, cats and birds can travel on the train with their owners. Larger representatives of the fauna most often have to travel to their destination in a baggage car.
Rules for the carriage of passengers, baggage and cargo luggage by rail(approved by Order of the Ministry of Transport No. 473) allow the passenger to take a small pet with him in the compartment, provided that it is in a special container or cage that prevents spontaneous opening. In this case, the maximum dimensions of the container based on the sum of 3 dimensions (height, length and width) are 180 centimeters. The exception is guide dogs and service dogs, which travel without any packaging, but must be muzzled and on a leash.
Transportation of animals is paid separately: for them you will have to purchase a travel document at the rate of 1 ticket per 1 free seat. At the same time, two pets can be placed in one place at once, if their size allows it. The ticket price is limited: no more than a quarter of the price of an adult ticket for this route. Only a guide dog accompanying a disabled passenger will travel free of charge. In this case, during the trip the dog will have to stay on the floor at the feet of its owner.
Transportation of large breed dogs together with the owner in a rigid compartment carriage is permitted only if a separate compartment is purchased. In this case, there is no need to pay additionally for the animal’s passage, but the dog, despite such autonomy, must still be wearing a collar and muzzle. On commuter trains, dogs can be transported in the vestibule under the close supervision of the owner; The fee for transporting an animal in such a situation will be charged separately.
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IMPORTANT!Animals can travel only in hard compartment carriages (that is, you cannot take your dog with you in a luxury carriage compartment). The only exceptions are guide dogs.
Almost all types of animals are accepted for transportation as baggage (even bees and rodents are allowed to be transported). However, the life and health of such valuable cargo is solely on the conscience of the owners; the carrier does not bear any responsibility for this.
Regardless of the type of railway service (suburban or long-distance), as well as the method of transporting the pet (luggage or hand luggage), animals are accepted for transportation only if they have veterinary documents.
Thus, in case of travel within Russia or between CIS member countries, a veterinary certificate of Form No. 1 will be required, which should be issued no earlier than 5 days before the trip - this is how long it is valid. If we are talking about moving an animal to foreign countries, the owner needs to take care of obtaining a veterinary certificate of form No. 5a.
IMPORTANT! A veterinary certificate can only be issued at a veterinary clinic that has the appropriate license.
On a Russian Railways train, in addition to a variety of hand luggage, you are allowed to carry small pets, dogs and birds. No more than one seat per passenger ticket, and no more than two animals per seat. At the same time, agricultural and wild animals, as well as insects, are not allowed to be taken into the carriage; they can only be transported in luggage compartment. Depending on the type of carriage and its class, transportation of animals can be free, with the purchase of the entire compartment, or with the purchase of a special ticket.
The cost of transporting small animals, birds and large dogs depends on the distance, but as of 2019 it cannot be less than 258 rubles (from 1 to 10 km) and no more than 3066.5 rubles (from 11901 to 12300 km).
On Russian Railways trains (specifically, in carriages owned by JSC FPC), the following types of animals can be transported as hand luggage:
Transportation rules prohibit the following animals from being carried in passenger carriages along with hand luggage:
There are specific rules for transporting animals on long-distance trains that everyone must follow (no matter what kind of animal is being transported):
To transport animals within Russia in 2019, no documents are required. The only thing you need to take with you is a travel ticket for the animal (if a separate fee is charged for its transportation). If the animal is transported outside the Russian Federation, then you will need to take care of it in advance. veterinary passport, vaccination records and certificate of his general condition health.
The conditions for transporting small animals depend on the type of carriage in which their owner purchased the ticket, as well as on its class (for example, compartment 2E). The type and class of the carriage is always written on the travel document. Here is a small table that contains information about the conditions for transporting small animals (birds) in various carriages under the care of JSC FPC (Federal Passenger Company).
| Car type | Car class | Conditions of transportation |
| Lux | 1A, 1I, 1M | For free |
| 1E "Strizh", 1B | For free | |
| 1E, 1U, 1L | ||
| 1D | Transportation prohibited | |
| 2E, 2B | Free if you buy the entire compartment | |
| 2K, 2U, 2L | ||
| 2D | Transportation prohibited | |
|
Reserved seat |
3D, 3U | Paid, no purchase of a full compartment required |
| 3E, 3T, 3L, 3P | Transportation prohibited | |
|
Cars with seating |
1B | For free |
| 2B, 2ZH, 3ZH | Paid, no purchase of a full compartment required | |
| 1P, 2P, 3P, 1C, 2C, 2E, 2M, 3C | Transportation prohibited | |
|
General carriages |
3O | Paid, no purchase of a full compartment required |
| 3B | Transportation prohibited |
Large animals (large breed dogs) are allowed on trains only with a leash and muzzle. However, transportation is possible only in compartment cars (except for luxury cars). This almost always requires the purchase of all seats in the compartment so that the dog or dogs do not disturb other passengers.
| Car type | Car class | Conditions of transportation |
| Lux | 1A, 1I, 1M | Transportation prohibited |
| 1B | Free (one dog only) | |
| 1E, 1U, 1L | ||
| 1E "Strizh", 1D | Transportation prohibited | |
| 2E, 2B | Free if the entire compartment is purchased (only one dog) | |
| 2K, 2U, 2L | Free if the entire compartment is purchased (several dogs can be carried) | |
| 2D | Transportation prohibited | |
|
Reserved seat |
Any classes |
Transportation prohibited |
|
Cars with seating |
Any classes |
Transportation prohibited |
|
General carriages |
Any classes |
Transportation prohibited |
If we are talking about a guide dog, then its transportation on Russian Railways trains throughout Russia will be free. Provided that she has a collar and muzzle, and she is constantly at the feet of her owner. Guide dogs can be carried in carriages of any type and class.
On the high-speed trains of JSC FPC, which owns the majority of all Russian cars, there are different rules for the transportation of animals. They depend both on their size and on the type and class of cars.
The main types of Russian high-speed trains:
On trains of other passenger companies, the rules for transporting animals may vary greatly. Therefore, it is worth checking in advance whether the carriage for which you are purchasing a ticket has seats for “shaggy” passengers.
From the beginning of the new year 2019, when transporting small pets, birds and dogs on Russian Railways trains, a new tariff schedule will apply, which will replace the schedule in force since June 15, 2017. We are talking, of course, about increasing fees. These tariffs apply only to the transportation of the specified groups of animals in reserved seat carriages, separate compartments of rigid type carriages and in carriages with seats on long-distance trains.
The cost of transporting animals on trains of this type depends only on the distance, that is, on the duration and distance of transportation. There are several dozen tariff zones, each of which has its own fee. We present the corresponding table, the data from which is taken from the official website of Russian Railways.
| Tariff zone number | Distance, km | Size, rub. |
| 1 | 1-10 | 268 |
| 2 | 11-20 | 270 |
| 3 | 21-30 | 273 |
| 4 | 31-40 | 275,5 |
| 5 | 41-50 | 277,5 |
| 6 | 51-60 | 280 |
| 7 | 61-70 | 283 |
| 8 | 71-80 | 284,5 |
| 9 | 81-90 | 287,5 |
| 10 | 91-100 | 289,5 |
| 11 | 101-110 | 292 |
| 12 | 111-120 | 295 |
| 13 | 121-130 | 296,5 |
| 14 | 131-140 | 299,5 |
| 15 | 141-150 | 302 |
| 16 | 151-160 | 304 |
| 17 | 161-170 | 307 |
| 18 | 171-180 | 308,5 |
| 19 | 181-190 | 311,5 |
| 20 | 191-200 | 314 |
| 21 | 201-250 | 320,5 |
| 22 | 251-300 | 333,5 |
| 23 | 301-350 | 345,5 |
| 24 | 351-400 | 357,5 |
| 25 | 401-450 | 369 |
| 26 | 451-500 | 381 |
| 27 | 501-550 | 393 |
| 28 | 551-600 | 405 |
| 29 | 601-650 | 418 |
| 30 | 651-700 | 430 |
| 31 | 701-800 | 447,5 |
| 32 | 801-900 | 472 |
| 33 | 901-1000 | 496 |
Rules for transporting animals on Russian Railways trains outside Russian Federation depend on the laws adopted in a particular country. Before traveling abroad, it is worth considering a number of factors that may affect the rules for importing animals:
Importing animals into neighboring countries and CIS countries rarely presents any difficulties. But, for example, the import of pets to Norway or the UK is completely prohibited. Therefore, before purchasing a ticket for yourself and your beloved animal, you should clarify in advance what laws regarding the import of animals apply in the country you need to travel to.
Small dogs on commuter trains are allowed to be transported without containers, but must be muzzled and under the close attention of their owners. Cats can also be transported without containers. For large dogs, in addition to muzzles, a short leash is also required. They are allowed to be transported in vestibules (no more than two dogs per carriage).
There is a fee for transporting small and large pets, including birds, on commuter trains. But you do not need to present any veterinary documents. A travel ticket is sufficient, which is purchased separately for each animal.
There are rules for transporting animals on Russian Railways. It's about them we'll talk in our article. These rules will be useful for those people who like to travel with their pets. Knowing them, you can travel with your pets without any problems.
Transportation of pets on Russian Railways on long-distance trains is permitted. You can take small pets, dogs, birds and cats with you. But their number should not exceed two per place. Small animals may be subject to additional charges. It is also possible that you will need to buy back the coupe. Sometimes, when purchasing a ticket online, a user near the carriage can see a gray carriage with a claw inside. This sign indicates that pets are allowed here. If the image is crossed out in red, then their transportation is prohibited.
When transporting animals on Russian Railways, their owners are obliged to ensure compliance with the sanitary and hygienic regime on the train.
Large dogs transported in a muzzle, on a leash and in a separate compartment of a compartment car with payment for the cost of all seats. There is no need to pay additionally for transporting an animal (buy a baggage ticket for it). In this case, the number of dogs and owners in the compartment should not exceed total number places
How can you tell if your dog is large or small? If it fits into a carrier whose dimensions in the sum of 3 dimensions do not exceed 180 cm, then your pet belongs to the second category.
Please note that you cannot transport birds or animals that may threaten the lives of passengers or railway employees.
To transport animals across the territory of the Russian Federation there is no need to register veterinary document, its presentation is not required.
Small dogs are allowed to be transported on commuter trains without a container or muzzle, but on a leash. Cats must be supervised by a person accompanying them.
Large dogs must be on a leash and muzzle when transported. You can travel on commuter trains in the vestibule of the carriage. In this case, the animal must be under the supervision of the owner. In this case, a ticket (for baggage) for the dog must be purchased. A fee applies for both small pets and birds.
In all types of carriages, disabled people can transport their guide dogs. No document is issued for such animals. There is also no shipping charge for them. The guide dog must still be wearing a muzzle and collar. She must be at the feet of the passenger she is accompanying.
According to the rules for transporting animals on Russian Railways trains, there is a category of animals that can be transported in this way, but there are also those that cannot be transported. Now let's look at both categories. So, what animals can be transported? This:
Animals and birds are not allowed for transportation on Russian Railways trains:
The cost of transporting an animal to Russian Railways depends on many factors:
On average, the price ranges from 250 to 1300 rubles per pet.
Small animals can be transported in a double compartment with a personal shower module and places to lie down. However, you do not need to pay for them. Transportation of large dogs in such conditions is not provided.
A two-seater compartment with sleeping areas can accommodate both small animals and large dogs. But there should be no more than one of the latter. There is no charge for transportation. In this case, only one passenger should travel in the compartment. That is, you need to completely buy out the compartment, paying for all the seats.
Small animals can be carried on the train in a two-person compartment with bedding and a shower (no charge applies). Large dogs cannot be transported in such a carriage.
A four-seater compartment with sleeping areas can accommodate small animals or one large dog. To do this, you need to buy all the compartments.
Who can be transported in an open-class reserved seat carriage with sleeping areas? Small animals only. In this case, you need to purchase a special baggage ticket. Big dogs You cannot carry it in this type of carriage.
In a common open-type carriage with seating, it is possible to transport small animals (large animals are not allowed). In this case, you need to purchase a transportation document.
Only small animals can be transported in a carriage with individual seating (free of charge).
Animals, regardless of their size, cannot be transported to:
What are the features of transporting animals from Russian Railways to other countries?
If you are planning a trip with animals to Belarus or Ukraine, then you need to buy the entire compartment. Animals weighing up to twenty kilograms must be kept in cages. You have to pay for them as for twenty kilograms of luggage. Large dogs can be transported in a separate compartment, but not more than one animal.
If you are planning a trip to Europe, there is also action here general principles: small animals are transported as hand luggage and are kept in containers. There is no need to pay for their transportation. Dogs must be on a leash and muzzled. It is also worth checking about the types of carriages in which animals can be transported. It is possible that the entire coupe will need to be purchased.
You can take animals with you to Mongolia, Korea and Vietnam. It is allowed to travel in second class carriages (that is, compartments). Moreover, there should not be more than two animals in one. All seats in this compartment are, of course, redeemable. Please note that tickets for dogs are two times cheaper than for humans.
Now you know what current rules exist for transporting animals on Russian Railways. By following them, you can safely travel with your pets without any problems.
