Bus Park No. 3 of St. Petersburg: routes, schedule and features of work in

Bus Park No. 3 of St. Petersburg is one of the key enterprises of passenger transport in the northern capital, providing transportation in the south of the city and in suburban directions. This park is located at the address slack Sophia, d. 8.It operates more than 20 routes, including socially significant and commercial flights. In 2026, significant changes took place here: rolling stock was updated, schedules were adjusted, and some routes were extended to new neighborhoods.

For residents of the districts Kupchino, ulyanka and Shushar Buses in this park are often the main transport, especially during peak hours when the metro is congested. But how to understand current schedules, where to find the latest information about delays, and what are the best ways to do this? benefit Are they valid for passengers in 2026? This article provides a detailed analysis of the park, travel tips and answers to frequent questions.

Where is Bus Park No. 3 and how to get there?

Bus Park No. 3 is located at: St. Petersburg, St. Sofia, house 8. This is an industrial area in the south of the city, near the metro station. Kupchino. The park is accessible:

• 🚇 By subway to the station Kupchino (10 minutes walk from exit)
• 🚌 By bus: Routes No74, 74A, 96 (Stop "Street Sofia")
• 🚗 By car: Warsaw Highway convention-wise Sofia street

It is important to remember that the park is operating in a regular manner. round-the-clockbut cashier and dispatcher Available only from 7:00 to 20:00. For passengers, there is a waiting area with Wi-Fi, and for drivers - a dining room and rest rooms. If you need to make a formal pass-ticket or to specify the schedule, it is better to come on weekdays before 18:00 - at this time there are fewer queues.

Current routes of bus fleet No. 3 in 2026

In 2026, the park serves 23 regular routesincluding urban, suburban and social flights. Among the key areas:

• 🏙️ City: No74 (Kupchino-Pr.) Astronauts), No.96 (Kupchino - Ul. Dybenko, No.147 (Cupchino - St. m. Starlight.
• 🌳 Suburban: No.431 (SPb - Shushary), No.481 (SPb - Strelna), No.639A (SPb-Pos.) Metrostroy
• 👵 Social: No.10K (for low-mobility groups), No.18. (school flights)

Feature of 2026 - launch express route No174Ejunction Kupchino and Moscow Station non-stop on the way. Travel time has been reduced from 45 to 25 minutes, and fares have remained at the level of the usual city fare. However, this route operates only on weekdays from 6:00 to 10:00 and from 16:00 to 20:00.

Route number	Direction	Time on the way	Cost (2026)
74	Kupchino-Pr. Astronauts	35-40 minutes	55 RUB (Cash) / 50 RUB (Card)
431	SPb - Shushara	20–25 minutes	65 RUB (cash) / 60 RUB (card)
174E	Kupchino - Moscow station	25 minutes	55 RUB (any payment method)
10K	Social (for persons with disabilities)	On request.	Free (by paper)

⚠️ Note: From June 1, 2026, all routes of Park No. 3 are valid ban (more than 120×60×40 cm) during peak hours (7:00–10:00 and 16:00–19:00). The exception is folding wheelchairs and wheelchairs.

Timetable: How not to be late for the bus

Park 3 bus schedule changed in 2026 due to Reconstruction of the Warsaw Highway and introduction of new traffic flows. Basic rules:

• 🕒 Urban routes (74, 96, 147) walk at intervals 8-12 minutes peak-hours 15-20 minutes at normal times.
• 🌅 The first flights depart for 5:30–5:45last, in 00:10–00:30 (depending on the route).
• 📅 On weekends on suburban routes (431, 481the interval shall be increased to 30-40 minutes.

To check the actual departure time, you can use:

1. Official website Gortransa (Schedule section)
2. Mobile app "Transport SPb" (available for iOS and Android).
3. Voice assistant Alice. or Yandex.Maps. (Team: "When's the next bus #74 from Kupchino?")

In 2026, Park No. 3 will test the system dynamical information: at stops Kupchino, Ul. Dybenko and Pr. Astronauts Electronic boards with the arrival time of buses in real time are installed. However, while they do not work on all routes - the full list of stops from the scoreboard can be specified by the dispatcher by phone. +7 (812) 438-43-88.

The number of buses in the park: which buses go in Park No. 3

In 2026, the bus fleet No. 3 was updated 30% of rolling stockreplacing the old LiAZ-5292 and PAZ-3205 It's modern models. It is now operated here:

• 🚌 LiAZ-5293 (Low-floor, USB ports and Wi-Fi)
• 🚌 CAVZ-4270 "Aurora" (for commuter routes)
• 🚌 Volgabus-5270 (hybrid, on route No.174E)
• 🦽 PAZ-320302-07 (social buses with lifts)

All new buses are equipped with:

• 🔋 System climate control (works all year round)
• 📱 Free. Wi-Fi (networks) SPB-Transport_Free)
• 🔊 Automatic stop announcements (in Russian and English)
• 🦯 Tactile markings for visually impaired passengers

There are also “pitfalls” in the bus, for example. CAVZ-4270 USB ports are often broken for charging, and LiAZ-5293 Passengers complain of too bright lighting in the cabin at night. If you encounter a malfunction, you can report it to the driver or leave a complaint on the website. SPb Transport Committee.

How to distinguish a new bus from an old one?

The new models (after 2022) have a black and yellow color with the logo "St. Petersburg transport", as well as LED headlights and touch buttons call stop. Old buses are usually gray or green with mechanical buttons.

Benefits and travel: how to save on travel

In 2026, bus fleet No. 3 has all the standard benefits for residents of St. Petersburg, as well as several other services. exclusive offers. The main categories of passengers eligible for discounts:

Category of passengers	Benefits	Documents required
Retirees of SPb	Free travel	Passport + pension certificate
Schoolchildren and students	50% discount	Student ID or student ID
Disabled persons of groups I-II	Free travel + accompanying	ITU certificate + passport
Labor veterans	Free travel	Veteran's certificate
Large families	30% discount on travel	Certificate of large family

For the purpose of obtaining a preferential travel card, you must apply to bus park ticket office No. 3 (whilst) Sophia, d. (8) or in any St. Petersburg MFC. Since 2026, it has also been operating. web-service site Public Services SPbwhere you can apply for an electronic transport card.

⚠️ Note: From March 1, 2026 in the buses of Park No. 3 cash-back on social routes (10K, 18.). Passage required transport-card or contactless card.

For those who travel often, it is more profitable to arrange pass-ticket:

• 📅 For 30 days: 2 150 ₽ (unlimited number of trips)
• 📅 For 90 days: 6 000 ₽ (15 percent savings compared to monthly payment)
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family pass: 3,500 rubles/month (up to 5 people)

Passenger reviews: pros and cons of Park No. 3

Bus Park No. 3 has a controversial reputation among St. Petersburgers. According to a survey conducted in early 2026 on the portal OtsovnikPassengers have the following pros and cons:

Pros:

• ✅ Cleanliness in salons (new buses are cleaned 2 times a day)
• ✅ Schedule accuracy (Delays rarely exceed 5 minutes)
• ✅ Polite drivers (According to reviews, 80% of passengers are satisfied with communication)

Cons:

• ❌ Overcrowding during peak hours (especially on the No. Routes)74 no96)
• ❌ Faulty USB ports New buses (30 percent of passengers complain)
• ❌ Lack of air conditioning old PAZ-3205 (In summer, the temperature in the cabin rises to +30 ° C)

On the website 2GIS Park No. 3 is rated 4.2 out of 5 According to the reviews of 1,200 passengers.Among the latest comments:

👍 "Route 174E - Rescue! I get to work in 25 minutes instead of an hour.- Anna, 34 years old.

👎 "The validator was not working on Bus 96 today. I had to pay in cash, even though I had a card.- Igor, 45 years old

If you are faced with a problem (lateness, rudeness of the driver, bus malfunction), you can complain:

1. On the phone. hotline: +7 (812) 576-55-55 (Transport Committee)
2. Through feedback site bus.gov.spb.ru
3. V social media park: VKontakte or 💡

   Most passenger complaints are resolved within 3 working days if they are submitted through official channels (hotline or website of the Transport Committee).