What wavelength does Road Radio broadcast on in: complete list of frequencies for Russian cities

Why is it important to know the exact frequency of the Road Radio?

Road Radio is the only federal station in Russia that broadcasts up-to-date information about traffic jams, accidents, road repairs and weather conditions around the clock. But in order to hear this data, you must first configure the receiver correctly. Error even at 0.1 MHz - and instead of the announcer's voice, you will receive interference or music from another station.

The problem is that Road radio broadcasts on different frequencies depending on the region. In Moscow this is one value, in St. Petersburg it is another, and in small cities the range can change every 50–100 km. If you often drive around the country, you will have to retune the radio in your car every time you change areas. In this article we have collected Current Traffic Radio frequencies for 2026 on all federal highways and major cities, and also explained how to quickly find a wave in an unfamiliar area.

Official Traffic Radio frequencies in major cities

Let's start with the most popular routes. Below is a table with frequencies for million-plus cities and cities with developed transport infrastructure. These data are confirmed by the official website of the station and verified by car owners in 2026.

City	Frequency (FM), MHz	Coverage area	Notes
Moscow	91.6	MKAD + 30 km	Strong signal, but may experience interference from Radio Dacha at 91.2
St. Petersburg	101.7	Ring Road + suburbs	Fishes better at heights (for example, on bridges)
Yekaterinburg	103.5	Within the EKAD	Disruptions are possible in mountainous areas
Novosibirsk	106.6	Center + 20 km	Competes with Europe Plus on 106.2
Kazan	102.5	The entire agglomeration	Stable signal, but weaker on the left bank of the Volga

⚠️ Attention: In some cities, Road Radio broadcasts on two frequencies simultaneously. For example, in Krasnoyarsk these are 101.1 MHz (center) and 107.7 MHz (right bank). If the signal disappears, try switching to a spare wave.

If your city is not in the table, check the frequency through the official website Road radio (section “Frequencies”) or use the station’s mobile application. It has an interactive map with coverage.

How to find a Traffic Radio wave in an unfamiliar region

If you are driving on an unfamiliar highway and don't know the local frequency, use one of these methods:

• 📱 Mobile application - download the official application Road radio (Android/iOS). It automatically detects your location and shows the current frequency.
• 🗺️ Road signs — on federal highways (M4 Don, M11 Neva, etc.) sometimes billboards are installed with the frequency of local Road Radio.
• 🔍 Manual search - turn on the mode AF (Auto Frequency) on the radio. If not, scan the range from 88.0 to 108.0 MHz in 0.2 MHz increments.
• 🚗 Ask other drivers — at gas stations or in traffic jams, you can check the frequency with local motorists.

💡 Helpful tip: If you often travel around the country, save a list of frequencies for key cities in your phone. For example:

Moscow: 91.6
St. Petersburg: 101.7
Rostov-on-Don: 104.0
Krasnodar: 105.3
Voronezh: 102.8

This will save time searching for waves along the way. Especially relevant for truckers and travelers.

Why Road Radio may have poor reception: 5 reasons

Even if you set the frequency correctly, the signal may disappear. Here are the most common causes and ways to eliminate them:

1. Weak transmitting repeater — in remote areas the transmitter power is lower. Solution: Try a different frequency (if there is more than one) or use an external antenna.
2. Interference from other stations — if a powerful radio station is broadcasting nearby at a close frequency (for example, 101.5 vs 101.7), the signal will be “clogged.” Solution: try listening in mono mode (Mono instead of Stereo on the radio).
3. Terrain — in mountains, forests or urban canyons (between high-rise buildings), the FM signal weakens. Solution: Stay on high ground or use repeaters.
4. Antenna malfunction - If the antenna is damaged or poorly connected, reception will deteriorate. Solution: Check the integrity of the cable and contacts.
5. Electromagnetic interference - running electrical appliances in the car (for example, a DVR) can create noise. Solution: Turn off unnecessary electronics.

⚠️ Attention: If the Road Radio suddenly disappears on its usual frequency, check to see if the wave has changed. The station sometimes adjusts its bands due to the redistribution of frequency resources. Current information is always available on the website dorogradio.ru.

What to do if the signal disappears only while moving?

If interference occurs only at speed, the problem may be antenna shielding body of a car or poor-quality grounding. Try:

- Move the antenna to another location (for example, on the roof).

- Lay the cable away from electrical wiring.

- Use an antenna with a signal amplifier (for example, Bosch Autofun Pro).

How to save the Road Radio frequency in the radio memory

In order not to tune the wave every time, save it in the radio memory. The instructions depend on the radio model, but the general algorithm is as follows:

1. Turn on the radio and find the Traffic Radio frequency (eg 91.6 MHz).
2. Press and hold one of the memory buttons (1, 2, 3 etc.) until a beep sounds or the indicator blinks.
3. On some radios you must first press Memory or Store, and then select the cell number.
4. Repeat for other cities (for example, 1 — Moscow, 2 — Peter 3 - Sochi).

📌 Key Takeaway: Modern radios (for example, Pioneer DEH-S4200BT or Sony XAV-AX1000) allow you to store up to 30 stations. Use this feature to quickly switch between frequencies when traveling.

If you have a standard radio without memory buttons (for example, in Lada Vesta or Kia Rio), use the function AutoStore — it automatically saves the strongest stations in the region.

Alternative ways to listen to Road Radio without FM

If your area has a weak or no FM signal, you can listen to the station in other ways:

• 📱 Mobile application — available for Android and iOS. Plus: it works even without the Internet (if you download the issues in advance). Disadvantage: wastes traffic when streaming.
• 🌍 Online on the website — live broadcast on dorogradio.ru. Suitable for tablets and laptops.
• 📡 DAB+ (digital radio) — some European machines have support for digital broadcasting. In Russia, DAB+ is only being tested, but in the future it may become an alternative to FM.
• 🎧 Podcasts — major issues (for example, “Highway Patrol”) are posted on Yandex Music, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

⚠️ Attention: When using mobile Internet to listen to radio, monitor your traffic consumption. One hour of streaming in average quality “eats” about 60 MB. If you have a limited plan, it is better to download episodes in advance via Wi-Fi.

Frequently asked questions about Road Radio frequencies

🔹 Why does Road Radio broadcast on two frequencies in my city?

This is due to the terrain or the large area of the city. For example, in Nizhny Novgorod one frequency covers the Nagorny part, and the other - the Zarechnaya part. Duplication is also used to avoid interference from other stations.

🔹 Is it possible to listen to Road Radio via a Bluetooth radio?

Yes, if your radio supports Bluetooth streaming (for example, JVC KD-X351BTS). Connect your phone, launch the Road Radio app and select Bluetooth audio output. The sound will be broadcast to the car's speakers.

🔹 Why does the signal appear and then disappear on the highway?

This is due to the coverage area of the repeaters. On federal highways (for example, M4 or M7), transmitters are installed at intervals of 50–100 km. There may be “dead zones” between them. Solution: Use an external antenna or listen via a mobile app.

🔹 How to find out the frequency of Road Radio in a small town?

The most reliable way is to call the station’s hotline: 8 (800) 222-00-91 (the call is free). You can also search for information in local car communities (for example, in VKontakte groups or on forums Drive2).

🔹 Will Road Radio switch to digital broadcasting (DAB+)?

There are no concrete plans yet. In Russia, testing of DAB+ has been underway since 2021, but a mass transition from FM is not expected until 2027–2030. For now FM remains the main broadcast channel for Road Radio.