Public transport

Kazan’s bus depot is composed of comfortable buses made in Russia (NefAz, MAZ) and abroad. Since 2007, more than 2,500 outdated buses were taken out of service and are being gradually replaced by high-capacity buses that meet Euro 3 requirements. This enables to reach a higher level of security, significantly lessen volume of city traffic and thus improve the city’s environment.

The tram system development in Kazan dates back to more than a hundred years ago. Modern vehicles that are used now in the city are produced in Russia. A tram is considered to be one of the most comfortable means of transport because its functioning is not affected by the city traffic. Kazan’s tram depot also has some sightseeing and tourist routes.

The majority of trolleybuses operating in Kazan were made in Russia. Right now a trolleybus is an environmentally friendly means of transport with a convenient schedule (every 8-10 minutes).

The Kazan Metro was opened on 27 August 2005 for the millennium anniversary of Kazan. It was the first metro built after the collapse of the USSR. Today, the Kazan Metro offers 10 stations with the total route length of 17.2 kilometres and accommodates 120,000 passengers per day. The metro plays essential role in the development of the city transport network. It runs through the parts of the city located on opposite banks of the Kazanka River and connects two largest microdictricts.

The number of major taxi companies in Kazan is about 60 at present. In total there are over 3,500 vehicles available. Taxi cabs range from economy class cars to luxury vehicles. On an average day, Kazan's taxis carry approximately 15,000 passengers.