When purchasing a train ticket, passengers may have questions regarding the interpretation of the alphanumeric designation indicated on the ticket as 2K or 1C. The combination of characters can be any, as well as the information hidden behind them. Knowing what is hidden behind such a combination of numbers and letters means understanding what class of carriage is meant and what list of additional services you can count on.
We will consider the marking of wagons proposed by the Federal Passenger Company, but other carriers have the right to establish it at their discretion.
RIC cars
Such cars are inherent only in international trains, mainly in the European direction. They differ in dimensions and layout of passenger seats, 2-3 people can ride.
In the RIC double carriages, the markings and travel conditions correspond to the luxury class.
Triple carriages belong to class 2I. At the disposal of passengers there is a chair and a washbasin, the shelves are arranged vertically.
Shared wagon
3O - on the lower shelf, three passengers can be seated at once. Dry closet and air conditioning may not be provided. Small animals are allowed.
3B - boarding is the same as in 3O, but passengers choose their own seats.
seated wagon
For the convenience of travel, special chairs are installed. The level of comfort and service varies from train to train.
1C, 2C, 3C - this marking is presented in many trains (both in fast passenger and suburban high-speed trains), each type of train has its own characteristics of such cars. Most often, air conditioners are provided in 1C and 2C, in 3C it does not always happen. The remaining nuances depend on the specific composition.
1P - a seated double-decker intercity carriage. From the service, passengers can count on food, newspapers, a blanket, and a hygienic travel kit.
1B - the same service as class 1P, the only difference is that 1B provides for individual accommodation of passengers.
2P - class of increased comfort, there is a modern dry closet and air conditioning, passengers receive a lunch box during the journey.
2B, 3G - soft seats. No additional service is included in the price. But unlike higher travel classes, pets are allowed in 2B and 3G.
2E - passenger car with seats and air conditioning. A modern bathroom is a rarity in this class.
reserved seat
There are up to 54 seats in these cars, where passengers ride on recumbent seats. Typically, such passenger cars are classified as third class.
3E - the presence of a modern bathroom and air conditioning.
3T - the toilet may be old, but there is always air conditioning.
3D - the same conditions as in 3T, but travel with pets is allowed.
3U - reserved seat with permission for the presence of pets, but there may not be an air conditioner in it.
3L - standard reserved seat car. There is no air conditioning, the bathroom is old.
The carrier company CJSC TKS has modern dry closets and air-conditioning systems installed in 3U-marked cars. Each compartment has sockets, video surveillance is carried out for security purposes. At the beginning of the journey, passengers receive bedding and a hygiene kit. The transport of animals is prohibited.
coupe
It differs from the reserved seat in that 4 recumbent shelves are combined into closed sections. Passenger capacity - up to 40 people. Such travel conditions belong to the second class of comfort. Bedding is always paid for when buying a ticket.
2E is a luxury compartment car with closed compartments for 4 passengers each, air conditioning and a modern dry closet. Meals, newspapers, road hygiene are also paid for with the purchase of a travel ticket.
2E - this marking, assigned to double-decker compartment cars, implies the same travel conditions as in a regular 2E, but passengers are not given a hygiene kit and press.
2B - travel conditions correspond to 2E, but often passengers have to use an old-style bathroom.
2K - travel with pets is allowed, there is air conditioning and a dry closet. Only bedding is included in the ticket price.
2U - similar travel conditions with 2K, but there may not be a dry closet.
2L - there is no air conditioning and dry closet, pets are allowed.
CJSC TKS also has a 2T marking, which indicates that passengers can count on food, drinks, a travel hygiene kit, newspapers, bed linen, and disposable slippers. Shower, air conditioning system, sockets, monitors in each compartment make travel even more comfortable. In some sections, among other things, there is a safe. Coupes are divided into general, male and female.
Suite (SW)
1B - travel conditions are equated to business class. During the journey, the passenger can count on a whole range of services: the issuance of food and drinks, hygiene items and the press. The whole compartment is redeemed. Small pets are allowed.
1E - travel features are the same as in 1B, but you can even buy one seat in the compartment.
1U - the same conditions of travel as in class 1B, but additional services are not paid upon purchase.
1L - the same as 1U, but there may not be a dry closet.
CJSC "TKS" provided the same conditions in class 1B cars as in the corresponding class described above. But among other things, the sections have sockets, a safe and a TV for each seat. These carriages have a shower, dry closet and air conditioning.
soft wagon
1A - in addition to four compartments, there is also a saloon-bar in the carriage. Shower, washbasin, dry closet and armchair are located in each passenger compartment. Passenger seats are located one above the other: the top shelf has standard dimensions, the bottom seat when unfolded is wide - 120 cm. The ticket price includes drinks, food and printed publications. It is possible to redeem only the entire coupe, two adults and one child under ten years old can ride. The presence of pets is allowed.
1I - the same conditions as 1A, but there is no bar in the car, instead of it there is one more compartment.
1M - there are already 6 compartments in cars of this category, the conditions are similar to the previous classes.
1G - these are cars of classes 1A, 1I or 1M, but in interstate trains. There are up to 6 compartments in the carriage, each of which can accommodate up to three people - two adults and a child or an adult and 2 children.
It differs from first-class carriages in more comfortable and spacious compartments, the total number of passengers in which does not exceed 12.
"Sapsan"
1P - coupe-negotiation room, it is impossible to redeem only a part of the seats. The service here will be of the highest standard: soft and hot drinks, conditions for holding business meetings, leather seats - all this will ensure maximum comfort for passengers.
1B - seat of the first class of the Sapsan train. Service at the same highest level as in the 1R car, but without a call center.
1C - implies business class conditions. Convenient boarding accommodation with sockets, the ability to put things in the closet, drinks and hot meals.
2C - suitable for economical and unpretentious passengers. There are options for seating at the table and without it. There are hangers for outerwear, headphones next to each chair.
2B - class of wagons "Economic +" (10th and 20th wagons). It differs from 2C in wide aisles, a socket at each chair, and access to wireless Internet. Passengers receive lunch during the journey.
2E - a bistro car that provides a passenger with food in the amount of up to 2000 rubles. A ticket for carriages of this class can be purchased online no earlier than 1 day before departure.
The whole structure is air conditioned.
"Swift"
1E - CB (VIP). Separate compartment for one or two people traveling together. It is possible to raise the upper shelf, and transform the lower one into 2 comfortable chairs. Passengers have at their disposal a bathroom with a shower, several sockets, a TV, and a safe. Hot meals and bedding are already included in the ticket price. Pets are allowed.
1E - the same as 1E, but seats can be purchased separately without the obligation to buy the entire compartment.
1P - seats in first class carriages. Wide aisles, plush seating, food, prints and a travel kit.
2C - slightly less wide aisles and lack of service.
All passengers of this train receive clean water for drinking, air conditioners, individual sockets, dry closets work. Security guards keep order.
When buying a train ticket via the Internet, you may notice that each car belongs to a class. They are abbreviated as 2K, 2L, 1C, 3E, etc. The essence of the designation is to show the passenger the type of carriage (reserved seat, compartment, luxury, etc.) and an approximate list of services that should be provided for in it.
The details depend on the carrier - each of them implies its own nuances under the class of the car. Most Russian trains are formed by the Federal Passenger Company (OJSC FPC), and in general, the principles are the same. Therefore, below the marking of wagons is explained in accordance with the FPC standards with separate additions from other carriers.
Sapsan trains
All carriages are air conditioned.
- 1P - coupe-negotiation room, sold only as a whole. Drinks, leather armchairs, dressing room, projector-equipped meeting room and more.
- 1B - just places in the 1st class carriage, without a negotiation room. All the comforts and service of the most”.
- 1C - business class car. Armchairs and tables, wardrobes, footrests. High quality service. Sockets at each block of seats, drinks, hot meals on the menu, the latest press, etc.
- 2C is an economy class seated carriage. Places at the table and not at the table, clothes hangers, luggage space, headphones.
- 2B - class "Economic +" (car No. 10 and No. 20). It differs from the economy class in that it is more spacious, there is a socket near each block of seats, a lunch box is included in the ticket price, and Wi-Fi is available.
- 2E - seats in the bistro car, the ticket price includes meals in the amount of 2000 rubles from the menu. You can buy online on the day of departure and the next day.
Strizh trains
All carriages have air conditioning and drinking water (free of charge). Dry closets, video monitors work, the train is accompanied by security. All cars have individual sockets - under the seats or in the compartment
- 1E - CB (VIP). The coupe is for sale as a whole, 1 or 2 passengers can ride in it. The top bunk folds down and the bottom seat converts into two armchairs. The compartment has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Safe, sockets, advanced travel kit, TV with a choice of video programs. The ticket price includes food and bed linen.
- 1E - similar to class 1E, but you can buy one seat in a compartment.
- 1P - seated cars of the 1st class. Spacious, comfortable chairs, meals, sanitary kit and newspapers are included in the fare.
- 2C - seated cars of the 2nd class.
Shared wagon
- 3O - common car. As a rule, the same shelves are located there as in the reserved seat, but 3 tickets are sold for each lower shelf. This is supposed to be seating. In new trains, these cars are made more comfortable and specialized. Air conditioning and dry closet may not be.
- 3B - common car without seat numbers. The presence of air conditioning and dry closet is not guaranteed.
seated wagon
Seated cars (category C) are equipped with individual seats. At the same time, the conditions, convenience, and layout of the car can vary significantly, since both Sapsan and interregional cheap cars belong to this category. In the latter, they are increasingly trying to create the most comfortable conditions: folding tables, a socket under each chair, etc.
- 1C, 2C, 3C - cars with this marking are found in a variety of trains (from high-speed to suburban "expresses"), and the conditions in each case are assumed to be different. As a rule, class 1 and 2 are air-conditioned (not guaranteed), class 3 is not. Additional services depend on the specific train. The class (and fare, respectively) is determined by the number of seats in the car, the type of seats, etc.
- 1P - in a double-decker seated car, seats in a compartment are marked like this (for example, seats 133, 134 on the train 045/046 Moscow - Voronezh). The ticket price includes food, press, hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
- 1B - a car with individual accommodation, that is, all seats are redeemed. The ticket price includes food, press, hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
- 2P - a luxury car, equipped with air conditioning and a dry closet. The ticket price includes cold snacks.
- 2B, 3G - there may be no air conditioning, additional services are not included in the fare. Animals can be transported in wagons of this class. Keep this in mind if the presence of animals can be an obstacle for you to travel, or if you yourself need to travel with a pet. .
- 2E - a seated car with air conditioning, the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
reserved seat wagons
These are wagons with berths, 52 or 54 shelves per wagon. Usually referred to as 3rd grade.
- 3E - reserved seat car with air conditioning and dry closet.
- 3T - the car is air-conditioned, there may not be a dry closet.
- 3D - the car has air conditioning. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
- 3U - similar to 3D, but the presence of an air conditioner is not guaranteed.
- 3L - air conditioning and dry closet are not provided.
- If the carrier is TKS CJSC, then the class 3U carriage is supposed to have an air conditioner and dry closets. There are sockets in each compartment, video surveillance works. Passengers are provided with travel kit, bed linen. Animals cannot be brought in.
coupe
The car is divided into closed compartments with 4 shelves in each. In total, there are from 32 to 40 seats in the car. Marked as class 2. Bed linen is always included in the price of a ticket in a compartment.
- 2E is an air-conditioned luxury carriage with 4-seater compartments. The ticket price includes food, press, sanitary kit. It is possible to travel with the carriage. There is a dry closet in the carriage.
- 2E - in double-decker trains - similar to 2E in ordinary trains, but no hygiene kit and press are provided.
- 2B - similar to 2E, but the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
- 2K - air conditioning and dry closet in the carriage, Additional services (except for bed linen) are not included in the ticket price.
- 2U - similar to 2K, but the presence of a dry closet in the car is not guaranteed.
- 2L - no additional options, only linen is included in the fare. The car may not have air conditioning and dry closets.
- 2D - compartment without additional services, you can refuse to pay for bed linen (it is impossible in other compartment cars). The presence of an air conditioner and a dry closet is not guaranteed (it depends on which car the seats of this class are allocated). Transportation of animals is not provided.
- If the carrier is ZAO TKS, then class 2T means dinner or breakfast to choose from (there is a vegetarian menu), a sanitary kit, slippers, printed publications, and bedding. The carriages are air-conditioned, dry closets work. The compartment has an LCD monitor, individual sockets, a safe. Children are given gifts, on request a playpen. In the carriage, for an additional fee, you can order freshly brewed coffee or tea, buy souvenirs from the conductor or small things necessary on the road. The transport of animals is prohibited.
Suite (SW)
These are carriages with 2-seater compartments. Soft shelves for lying, in the car from 16 to 20 seats. Linen is always included in the fare All carriages are air conditioned. Marked as class 1.
- 1B - business class. The ticket price includes drinks, meals, newspapers, hygiene items, etc. The cost is indicated for the whole compartment, in which 1 adult passenger travels.
- 1E - the same as 1B, but you can buy one seat in a compartment, rather than redeem it entirely.
- 1U - additional services are not included in the ticket price (except for bed linen), but the level of comfort corresponds to the first class.
- 1L - SV car. Additional services are not included in the ticket price, air conditioning is assumed, but there may not be a dry closet. Bed linen is included in the ticket price, pets are allowed.
- If the carrier is TKS CJSC, then class 1B "Business TK" includes dinner and breakfast, drinks, sanitary kit, slippers, printed publications, bedding. The car is air-conditioned, dry closets and a hygienic shower work. Each compartment has 2 TVs and individual sockets, a safe.
soft wagon
These are also 1st class carriages, but more comfortable than luxury carriages. Double compartments, 8-12 seats per car.
- 1A - the car consists of 4 compartments and a saloon-bar. Each compartment has a shower, dry closet and washbasin. There are two places in the compartment: a wide folding sofa (120 cm) and an upper shelf (90 cm, standard). There is an armchair. Food, drinks, newspapers are provided. The price is always indicated for the whole compartment, 1-2 adults plus a child under 10 years old can ride for free (in Russia). You can travel with small
- 1I - similar to 1A, the only difference is that there is no bar, instead of it, the fifth compartment is located in the car.
- 1M - the same, but 6 compartments in the car.
- 1G - marking of the car in international trains (except Finland). 4-6 compartments in the car, each can carry 1-2 passengers. Two children under 12 years old can ride together with one adult (free of charge), with two adults one child under 12 years old can travel together. Each compartment has an armchair, a wide folding sofa and an upper shelf of a standard width. You can buy both the whole compartment and one seat in it.
RIC cars
In international trains (Moscow-Berlin, Moscow-Paris, etc.) there may be cars of a fundamentally different layout - cars of RIC size. They are divided into compartments, each of which can be double or triple.
- 2-seater RIC carriages are similar to luxury carriages in terms of conditions and markings.
- 3-seat RIC carriages (class 2I) are three-seat compartments with a vertical arrangement of shelves. There is an armchair and a washbasin. Bed linen is included in the ticket price.
The information is for reference only. Check with your carrier if necessary.
Happy travels!
Railway transport services are invariably in great demand among the population.
When purchasing a ticket, the buyer stands in front of class choice wagon for future travel. Different markings of wagons imply different levels of comfort and service.
most popular the population uses reserved seat cars. They are marked with the number 3, which indicates the class of the car and the letters E, T, D, U, L. Each of the letters is added as an explanation for the features of these reserved seats. This includes the presence or absence of air conditioning, dry closet, permission to transport animals.
Features category reserved seat 3L
Travel in wagons of this type involves lack of air conditioning. If the weather is cool, this moment is not very relevant for travel. If you're lucky and a new modern car will be allocated for the trip, it will probably have air conditioning.
The car has 54 or 52 seats. The side seats are numbered from 37 to 54. Their shelves are slightly shorter than the rest of the beds. Tickets for seats next to the toilet are numbers 33-38. Some people find this option convenient.
Facilities in 3L are presented in the form of a place for lying, titanium for heating water, two toilets, in which a washbasin and a toilet are installed. Luggage storage is available in drawers under each lower seat and on the third top bunk.
compartment part not isolated from the rest parts of the car, between the shelves near the window there is a small table for eating. Side seats, if necessary, can transform the lower shelf into a comfortable table with two seats.
What is included in the ticket price?
Rail transport is divided into three classes. The third class is the cheapest. It provides an appropriate level of comfort and allows you to carry luggage with weight up to 50 kilograms.
In this case, the length of the luggage package must be within 180cm. You will be able to carry children free of charge if they are under five years old. But at the same time, they will be with you in this sleeping place.
The ticket price includes commission and insurance fees and VAT. Therefore, there is no need to purchase additional insurance.
When buying a ticket, immediately decide whether you will need bed linen. This payable service, but refusing it you will not get a mattress and pillows with a blanket. If you pay for the bed at the ticket office, the ticket will be marked and after boarding you will be given all the accessories, including a blanket.
Change of bedding during the trip is possible, but at extra charge. The belt for safe passage on the upper shelves is provided without fail and without payment. The conductor's job responsibilities include installing it and checking the reliability of fastening.
The ticket price already includes:
- glasses with spoons;
- boiling water;
- the presence of a bar of soap and toilet paper in the common bathrooms;
- funds for emergency care in medical kits;
- threads and needles, scissors;
- compact games.
Maintenance and service in 3L
The bathrooms will be cleaned at least four times a day, and the floor of the car will be washed twice a day. For people who find it difficult to make their own bed due to health problems, age or having children, you can contact the conductor. Providing such assistance is one of his responsibilities.
The price of the purchased ticket includes a full service of conductors with bedding. Their duty is to monitor the safety, issue, collect and send to the laundry. This means that you should not run around the car with a pile of bedding half an hour before arriving at your destination. This will be done by the maintenance staff.
When selling a ticket, you may be offered include the cost of hot drinks, which will be delivered to you during the trip. As a paid service, hot drinks and confectionery are offered by the guides three times a day.
In winter, the staff heats the car to a comfortable temperature. In the summer, he monitors the operation of air conditioners, if any. Its functions include the control of public order and the provision of first aid.
In general, service elements in 3L cars provide the necessary level of comfort for people who choose travel budget.
Is it possible to take animals in 3L?
Traveling with pets in these carriages not allowed. If you plan to take your four-legged friend on a trip, you need to choose a third-class carriage with the U index.
Passenger cars are divided into types, depending on the characteristics of the seats in the car. This information is reflected in the booking system and in the ticket itself.
Wagon types:
- WITH - sedentary(with seating) places like in an electric train on hard seats or on soft seats, similar to airplane ones);
- ABOUT - general (a reserved seat car in which people sit in threes on one lower shelf, and the upper ones are not used);
- P - reserved seat (4 places in one compartment - two lower and two upper shelves. The compartment is not separated from the corridor by a door, but opposite it there are two more side shelves - upper and lower);
- TO - compartment (4 places in one compartment, separated from the corridor by a door - two lower and two upper shelves);
- M- soft (mostly triple compartments - two lower and one upper shelf, in private cars (in the Red Arrow) and private trains (Grand Express) double compartments with different levels of equipment - TVs, showers, etc.);
- deluxe or sv(double compartments in which there may be additional equipment - TV, DVD player, shower, etc. - both shelves are lower).
1. The seating car of a passenger train
The seating car is equipped with seats for the movement of passengers in a sitting or semi-sitting position. The number of seats in the cabin may vary depending on the class of the seated car. Traveling in this type of carriage for long distances is extremely inconvenient and tiring. First of all, the fact that it is very difficult to sleep in a sitting position on the floor. We do not recommend you to travel in seated cars on long routes.
2. Classroom passenger car
The reserved seat car has an affordable price and at the same time is quite comfortable for traveling. That is why the reserved seat car is the most popular among the population. An ordinary reserved seat car consists of 9 open-type compartments. The car has 54 beds. Each compartment has 4 seats - two on the lower level and two on the upper. In addition to the compartment, there are also 18 side seats: nine each at the top and nine at the bottom. Folding tables and a special storage shelf under the ceiling are installed in all open compartments and in the side niches. The places of the lower tiers are equipped with special places for folding bags.
Scheme of the location of seats in the car
In the reserved seat near the toilet - places from 33 to 38 (of which 37 and 38 are side ones),
In the general car - places from 49 to 57 (55-57 - side).
3. Compartment passenger car
The compartment car is equipped with nine quadruple compartments. With the help of this car it is possible to transport 36 passengers. Each compartment is equipped with soft or hard sleeping shelves. The compartment has two upper and two lower shelves, to which are attached soft backs, a folding table, a ceiling light, special reading lamps, a mirror on the front door. A specially equipped place for luggage is made under the sleeping shelves. In addition, there is also a place for luggage in a niche, which is located above the aisle of the compartment car. The main advantage that a compartment car has over other cars is that the compartment is closed from the inside. Therefore, passengers (in the amount of 4 people or less) traveling in it can not worry about the safety of their personal belongings and sleep peacefully. Recently, Russian Railways has introduced an innovation in the form of the so-called "women's and men's compartments". In such compartments, tickets are sold only to representatives of the same sex. This feature does not affect the cost of the railway ticket. Seats 33-36 are located next to the toilet in compartment cars.
All passenger carriages are equipped with a two-seater service compartment for conductors.
The layout of seats in the compartment car
4. Sleeping passenger car luxury (SV)
Cars of the "Lux" (CB) type have 16 or 18 seats (two lower or lower and upper), the last single compartment is intended for the conductor. The sleeping car has 9 double compartments. According to the constructional conditions, 18 passengers can travel comfortably in the SV car at the same time. SV compartments are equipped with soft sleeping shelves with special soft backs, comfortable tables, hangers. Seats 17 and 18 are located next to the toilet in the SV carriages.
Layout of seats in the SV car
5. Soft carriages VIP (LUX)
The cars have several varieties: with six compartments in the car, with five and with four. The carriages, in which there are four compartments, are equipped with a saloon-bar.
The compartment of a "Luxe" class car is 1.5 times larger than the standard one in a car with six compartments and 2 times larger than the standard one in a car with four. The compartment has 2 beds: a sofa that transforms into a single bed 120 cm wide, and an upper shelf 90 cm wide. The compartment has an armchair and a folding table.
Each compartment has an individual bathroom with a washbasin, a vacuum toilet that functions even during stops, and a shower (in a car with four compartments - a shower cabin). The floor in the bathroom is heated.
The compartment of the "Lux" class carriage is equipped with an individual air conditioning system, a TV, a DVD player and a radio.
Layout of seats in the LUX soft carriage
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6. International carriages
International carriages, depending on class, can have 22 seats in double compartments (without middle shelves) or 33 in triple compartments.
International carriage with 3-seater compartments
International carriage with 4-seater compartments
Abbreviations of wagon types and service classes
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Luxury carriages (VIP) |
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Suite 2-seater coupe |
4 compartments and a salon-bar in the car. Folding sofa 120 cm wide and top seat 90 cm wide, armchair. Extra comfort car (meals, drinks, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). The fare is for all compartments. Only the whole compartment is for sale (in a compartment it is possible to issue a ticket for one or two adult passengers). For domestic trains: Meals, drinks, sanitary kit, press, linen. For international communication with European countries: for 2 adults - no more than 2 children under 4 years old or 1 child under 12 years old, except for Finland. not older than 6 years respectively for 1 or 2 adult passengers. |
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5 compartments in the car. in domestic traffic free of charge. |
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6 compartments in the car. in domestic traffic free of charge. Animal carriage service. |
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SV or RIC carriages (2-seater) |
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(business) |
Tariff 1B is indicated for the whole compartment, with 1 adult passenger. Air conditioning, dry closet in the car . Extra comfort car (meals, drinks, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). Animal carriage service. |
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Luxury car with services (meals: dinner or breakfast, drinks, sanitary kit, printed publications, bedding). Animal carriage service. |
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Animal carriage service. |
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Railcars of RIC size. Domestic Post: The presence of an air conditioning unit, dry closets is not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. Animal carriage service. Railcars of RIC size. International Post: Designated - 1L; 1/2. The presence of an air conditioning unit, dry closet in the car. Railcars of RIC size. International communication (Baltic countries, Mongolia, China):
Designated - 1L; 1/2. Availability of air conditioning unit, dry closets not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. |
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1 D |
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Air conditioning in the car. Availability of dry closetsnot guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. |
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SV car (VIP) - in the train "Strizh". The fare is for the whole compartment, in which 1 or 2 passengers can follow. Bathroom with shower, washbasin, dry closet in the compartment. Air conditioning in the car.
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| 1 e | Bathroom with shower, washbasin, dry closet in the compartment. Air conditioner in the wagon. 2 beds. The lower bed converts into 2 seats. TV with choice of movies. Extra comfort car (Meals, sanitary kit, linen included in the fare). Animal carriage service. |
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RIC carriages (3-seaters) |
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RIC
3 seater compartments with places to lie |
RIC carriages run in international traffic. compartment chair. Air conditioning in the car. Linen is included in the fare. |
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Compartment cars (K) |
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TO (compartment) 4-seater compartments |
Extra comfort car (meals, sanitary kit*, newspapers*, linen). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service. *except for double-deck cars |
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A luxury car with services (food, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). |
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Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service. |
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Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service. Linen is included in the fare. |
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Availability of air conditioning unit, dry closet not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. |
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Linen is included in the fare. |
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Second-class carriages (P) |
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P (Reserved seat) open wagon with places to lie |
Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. |
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Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service. |
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Animal carriage service. |
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3 L | The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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3 P | For transportation of organized groups of children on the basis of a compartment car. Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. |
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Carriages with seats (C) |
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Car with seats for seating (in improved layout) (Seated) |
Extra comfort carriage (cold appetizers, sanitary and hygiene kit, blanket, set of printed materials*). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. * for STRIZH train and double-decker train |
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Car with seats for sitting (in improved layout with individual accommodation) |
Extra comfort car (meals, sanitary kit, press, blanket). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service. |
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Car with seats on the basis of a sleeping passenger car | 3 R | Extra comfort carriage (meals, sanitary and hygienic set, blanket). |
Car with seats for seating (in standard configuration) |
Extra comfort carriage with services (sanitary and hygienic set). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. |
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| 2 C | Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. |
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Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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2 E | Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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3 F | The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Wagon with animal transportation service. |
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3 C | The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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C (Wagon with seats for sitting) improved or standard layout, number of seats in the car, depends on the design of the car |
1st class carriage, 36-60 seats |
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2nd class car, 60-80 seats |
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Animal carriage service. 2nd class car, 60-80 seats Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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2 M | The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats |
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3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service. |
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General wagons |
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O (General) open wagon with seating |
The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service. |
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3 V | The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. |
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Carrier CJSC "TKS" |
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Railway carriage s NE |
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L (Lux) 2-seater coupe with places for lying, in the car from 16 to 18 seats |
"Business TK" |
2 local compartments. Included in cost: meals (dinner and breakfast), hot drinks (tea and coffee), bedding, travel kit, terry slippers, newspapers to choose from. In the compartment: 2 TVs, 220V sockets, safe, air conditioning system. There are biotoilets. |
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Kupher wagons |
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K (compartment) with places for lying in the car from 32 to 36 seats |
2 "Comfort" |
4 local compartments. Included in cost: meals (dinner or breakfast, juice), bedding, travel kit, slippers, newspapers and magazines. In the compartment: TV, 220V sockets, safe (not guaranteed), air conditioning. There are biotoilets. |
| 4 local compartments. No power. The price includes: bedding, travel kit, slippers, newspapers and magazines. In the compartment: TV, 220V sockets, safe (not guaranteed), air conditioning. There are biotoilets. Choice of male or female coupe. |
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reserved seat wagons |
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P (Reserved seat) with places for lying in the car from 52 to 54 seats |
3 U |
Open wagon. No power. The price includes: bedding, travel kit. 220V sockets - in each compartment. There are biotoilets. Air conditioner. Video surveillance system. |
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Carrier CJSC TK "Grand Service Express" |
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Grand Imperial |
1 and |
In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, 2 TVs, wireless headphones, safe, hair dryer. Hot dinner with wine, breakfast in the compartment. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. |
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Grand de Luxe |
In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, safe, hair dryer. |
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| Grandee |
Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. |
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Grand Single |
Single occupancy. In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, safe, hair dryer. Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. |
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In each compartment: sink, central air conditioning. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. |
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Premium Single |
Single occupancy. In each compartment: sink, central air conditioning. Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Wireless Internet. Private transfer. |
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1 class |
The compartment has two separate lower seats. Central air conditioning, safe and wardrobe. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. 220V socket for each passenger. |
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1 class |
The compartment has two separate lower seats. Central air conditioning, wardrobe. Hot breakfast.Mineral water, tea and coffee unlimited. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. 220V socket for each passenger. |
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Economy |
The compartment has four separate seats (2 lower / 2 upper). Central air conditioning. Hot breakfast. Mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. 220V socket for each passenger. |
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Carrier JSC "Directorate of high-speed communication"
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High speed trains with seats WITH(wagon with seats) |
Coupe-interview room |
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First class carriage |
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Business class car |
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bistro car |
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Economy class car "Plus" |
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Economy class car |
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Carrier OOO Tverskoy Express* |
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SV cars |
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L (Lux) | 1 B | SV with business class services (the price includes a set of meals, hot breakfast, tea, coffee, traveler's sanitary kit, slippers, newspapers) |
1 L | RV with catering services (price includes hot breakfast) |
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1 U | CB without services |
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K (Coupe) | 2 e | compartment with economy class services |
2 T | Compartment with catering services (the price includes hot meals, cold snacks and drinks to choose from from the restaurant car menu for a total of 1000 rubles.) |
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2 L | Compartment without services (the presence of an air conditioning unit) |
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2 K | Kupeyny-Standard (without services) |
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2 | Compartment-Universal (without services) |
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Carrier JSC "Central Suburban Passenger Company" |
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Fast suburban trains with seats C (car with seats) | 1 C | 1st class carriage, 36-42 seats |
2 C | 1st class carriage, 36-42 seats |
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3 C | 3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats |
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The following shall be printed on the travel document (ticket): the type of wagon - in the first line in the column "Wagon", indicating the number of the wagon; class of service - in the second line after the codes of the departure and destination stations, corresponds to the established tariff, depends on the carrier and the provision of a range of services in the car.
The train, although not faster than the plane, is still much cheaper. Therefore, it remains one of the most popular modes of transport for people traveling long distances. Trains are different, and the categories of cars in them also differ. For example, on your ticket you can see the mark "reserved seat 3L". What does this mean, and how does it differ, say, from the 3U reserved seat?
Types and classes of trains
Trains are passenger and fast. The latter, as the name implies, will bring you to your destination much faster due to fewer stops. But it will affect the price of the ticket in a big way.
There are ambulances with their own design and superior service. As a rule, each of them has its own name and convenient schedule. Otherwise, fast and passenger trains are practically the same. In addition to the type and number of the train, on the ticket you will see the number of your car and seat, as well as the class of service. The trains have their own classification of alphanumeric designations. For example, 1B means business class.
Business, luxury or economy?
A luxury or premium train is a branded express train with luxury carriages. In them, passengers are waiting for double compartments (only 6 for the whole car), which have a bathroom and a dry closet. In addition to these cars, there are also reserved seats, compartments, SVs and a dining car. Economy class does not provide this level of comfort. There are also various types of carriages, including four-seater compartments with sockets in the corridor. Bed linen in trains of this class is issued for all passengers, as well as meals, drinks and the latest press.
Business class is suitable for busy passengers and for those who need to get to their destination as quickly as possible. They offer spacious carriages as well as a range of additional services such as Wi-Fi, special kits for those traveling with children, hygiene products, hot meals and drinks.
Categories of cars on trains
- Behind the designation 1A are VIP-class carriages equipped with air conditioning.
- B - business class cars, and 1B - SV-type cars with air conditioning and additional services.
- SV or L - soft cars are hidden behind this designation. Coupes in them are designed for only 2 passengers.
- 1L - luxury carriages, SV without additional services.
- M or luxury cars are also soft, similar to SV, the compartments here are 2-seater, they have a bathroom.
- A class 1M carriage means that you can buy a whole compartment at once - for two or for one.
- Behind the designation 1E is the type of car CB.
- 1C denotes a business class carriage with seats. It has air conditioning and various services.
- 2E - economy class carriage, also with air conditioning and services. Seated car.
- E or 2E - economy class cars.
- P or PL - reserved seat car with berths.
- 3P or ZL - reserved seat car without air conditioning.
- 3E - reserved seat car with air conditioning.
- K - compartment car, the compartment of which is designed for 4 passengers.
- 2K - a car with a compartment without additional services.
- C - seated car.
- 2C - car with seats, also without services.
- O - open type, or general. Seating is provided here.
- 3O - common car.
Reserved seat 3L: what does it mean?
Mysterious letter designations can confuse an inexperienced passenger. For example, on the ticket you saw the designation "reserved seat 3L". What does it mean? Most likely, there is no air conditioning in such a car. In the cold season, this circumstance is of little concern to anyone, but if you are traveling in the heat, it can be a decisive factor when choosing tickets.
The reserved seat car is one of the most popular on Russian Railways. Tickets in them are cheaper, although the quality is inferior to SV and luxury cars. Such wagons are of an open type with sleeping berths. In total, there can be 52 or 54 seats in the car. They are designated 3rd class due to the lack of air conditioning. True, as the cars are updated, air conditioners are still being installed in modern trains.
For example, the modern carrier TKS installs everything for the convenience of passengers even in class 3U cars: air conditioning, dry closets and showers. There is also video surveillance, and there are convenient sockets for charging mobile devices.
What else does a passenger need to know about a reserved seat car?
- If you got a place 37-54, then this is the so-called "sidebar". The sleeping shelves in them are shorter than usual.
- Seats 33-38 are located in close proximity to the toilet. On the one hand, it is convenient, on the other hand, unpleasant odors and constant slamming of doors can disturb you.
- If you got the car without air conditioning, please note that it will not be possible to open the window in places from 9 to 12 and from 21 to 24. However, in new trains, the ventilation system will smooth out this drawback.
- Each carriage has two toilets. In them you will find a washbasin, toilet bowl and titanium for heating water.
- All compartments are connected by a common corridor, there are no doors between them.
- The top place is indicated by an even number, and the bottom by an odd number.
- Each reserved seat compartment has a table (“sideboard” folds out to form a table and two seats).
- There is more than enough space for luggage in the reserved seat: there are third luggage racks on top and boxes under the lower seats.
- When the car is fully occupied, get ready for the fact that it will be cramped and stuffy (relevant for summer trips). In the branded train of Russian Railways, whose tickets are sold out faster, the situation is not so critical. After all, the cars in them are more comfortable and cleaner, equipped with dry closets and air conditioners, and there are more sockets.
Differences in 3rd class carriages
Many passengers are interested in how the reserved seat 3U differs from 3L. In principle, nothing: these cars are the same, have the same number of seats and offer the same standard services. However, there is an important factor that those who travel with animals should be aware of. You need to choose the memory car, having warned at the box office that a pet is coming with you. The reserved seat 3L does not provide for the transportation of animals, which, however, cannot but please individual passengers.
Features of individual wagons
Second-class carriages of non-compartment type have 54 shelves, and common carriages - 81 seats. Each compartment car has 36 seats - 4 in each compartment. When choosing a shelf, keep in mind that the bottom ones will always be odd.
Each passenger car has a two-seat compartment for official purposes. Here the conductors rest. In some cases, the compartment of conductors is given to passengers, and they themselves are located in the first passenger compartment. In luxury cars, all seats are usually lower - there are 16 or 18 in total, depending on the car. In the extreme compartment there is one place and, as a rule, the conductor occupies it. International carriages are divided into compartments depending on the class. They can have 22 or 33 shelves, that is, they can be double or triple.
We found out what the cars are like in domestic trains, and what you should consider if you got a reserved seat 3L. What this means, we also considered, now the trips will become more comfortable for you.
