Transfer of Train Passengers Over Lena River Beginning April 16th via Air Cushion Ships
Commencement of Lena River Crossing Closure in Yakutsk, Russia, Prompts Passenger Transfer Changes
Effective from April 16, 2025, the passenger transfer across the Lena River in Yakutsk will be executed by hovercrafts from the 204th microdistrict (pier "Reclamation"), followed by buses from the Lower Bestakh waiting point to the railway station.
The price of this combined EC and bus transfer from Yakutsk city to the Lower Bestakh railway station will be 2000 rubles. Children under 5 years old travel free, while children between 5 and 12 years old receive a 50% discount on the transfer cost.
Passengers are encouraged to purchase their transfer tickets in advance, preferably when purchasing a train ticket. This will aid in determining the necessary number of hovercrafts and buses for a smooth journey during the transfer to the Lower Bestakh railway station.
Transfer tickets can be obtained in a variety of ways:1. Purchase simultaneously with the train ticket on the JSC "RZD" website.2. Acquire from the cash desks of JSC "AK "YAKUTIA" at the railway stations of Aldan, Tommot, Lower Bestakh, and in Yakutsk city at Lenin Prospect, 24, Azimuth Hotel, 1st floor, as well as from the ticket offices of JSC "Federal Passenger Company" at the railway stations across Russia.3. Utilize popular online services or the JSC "RZD" official website.
For inquiries, contact: 8(4112) 31-80-81, ext. 7381.
Regional Transportation Impact in YakutskDue to seasonal logistics, alternatives for crossing the Lena River during the closure of the main ferry or ice road are often limited. During these periods, travelers usually resort to scheduled flights between Yakutsk Airport and northern communities, or helicopter services for urgent or private transfers.
For more information on travel within Yakutsk during the Lena River crossing closure, it is advisable to plan ahead, consider weather conditions, and consult with the Yakutsk city administration for the most recent crossing status and recommendations.
After the Lena River closure in Yakutsk on April 16, 2025, travelers will need to use a combination of hovercrafts from pier "Reclamation" and buses from the Lower Bestakh waiting point to reach the railway station, costing 2000 rubles for adults. Children under 5 years old travel free, while those between 5 and 12 years old receive a 50% discount. Transfer tickets can be purchased in advance through various methods, including the JSC "RZD" website, cash desks at railway stations, or online services.
Alternatively, during the closure of the main ferry or ice road, travelers may opt for scheduled flights between Yakutsk Airport and northern communities, or helicopter services for immediate or private transfers, affecting the transportation industry and travel lifestyle in Yakutsk. Therefore, it is crucial to plan ahead, consider weather conditions, and consult with the Yakutsk city administration for the most recent crossing status and recommendations.
The change in passenger transfer methods may also impact the finance sector, as more travelers might resort to purchasing transfer tickets online, affecting digital transaction volumes within the region's finance industry.
