What is the difference between double-stop and single-stop travel in Russia?

1. Differences in routes

The double-point round-trip route does not arrange backtracking. The route is domestic-Moscow-St. Petersburg-domestic; the single-point round-trip route is repeated, flying in and flying out. They are all in the same city, and the route is domestic-Moscow-St. Petersburg-Moscow-domestic.

2. Time difference

Dual-point travel time is more abundant, because the travel routes of double-points are not repeated; single-point travel time is relatively tight, because within the same time It will take an extra day to return to the arrival point before returning home.

3. Differences in experience

The two-point itinerary will be more comfortable, while the single-point itinerary is more hectic and requires two overnight train rides in the local area.

4. Difference in cost

The cost of travel to two points will be higher because of comfort; the cost of travel to single point is relatively low because of the need to travel back and forth.

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Common knowledge about train tickets in Russia

All train tickets in Russia are based on Moscow time. If the departure point is not Moscow, please pay attention to the time difference.

Train tickets in Russia are very tight during the peak tourist season, so it is recommended to buy them in advance, especially for train tickets between Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Russian train tickets can be purchased 60 days in advance, and there are electronic tickets and paper tickets. You can get on the train directly with your printed electronic ticket and passport, no need to exchange tickets. Of course, passengers who want paper tickets as souvenirs can arrive at the train station in advance and go to the counter or ticket machine with their passport to exchange them.

The price of Russian train tickets will fluctuate depending on the number of remaining tickets and the distance from the departure date. Generally speaking, the closer to the departure date, the fewer remaining tickets and the higher the fare.