The rapid train "Megapolis" is a comfortable journey between the two capitals of Russia.

One of the most popular railway routes is the direction Moscow – St. Petersburg and back. Many trains with different speeds run daily between the capitals of our Motherland. Many trains are heard even by those who rarely travel. Who doesn't know «Peregrine Falcon», «Red Arrow» and «Swallow », for example? But about the "Metropolis" is mentioned less often. It will be discussed today.

Let's start with the fact that "Megapolis" is the first private train in Russia. The branded train runs under the numbers 19/20 message Moscow – St. Petersburg, making a stop in Tver. Its maintenance and operation is carried out by a private company LLC "Tver Express". The train set off on its first flight on October 3, 2006.

The train consists of 16 cars. At least 9 weapons, from three SV, a dining car and a staff car. It is believed that it consists of modern compartment cars and st. Probably, if compared with the railcars of Russian Railways, they look more attractive. And they were released by the Tver Carriage Building Plant in 2006-2007, hence the doubts about their modernity. The restaurant car was built in the same period at the plant of CJSC Vagonmash.It is worth noting that the private company has focused on details, interior and design, which was selected individually for this composition. Blue-orange-yellow colors have become the hallmark of the Metropolis.

In addition to the bright interior, the train catches many passengers with its competitive price. Sometimes in the compartment tickets can be purchased at the price of a regular reserved seat. Sleeping car tickets will cost more. The cost depends, of course, on which class of service you choose.

There are 9 four-seater compartments in the compartment car. The most classic coupe - 2L Coupe Standard, 2K Coupe Classic, 2U Coupe Station Wagon, 2N Coupe Budget. Additional services are not included in the price, only bottled water, slippers, wet or antiseptic wipes. The higher class is 2F Standard plus, where an additional set of meals is included in the price. The next class is the 2E Economy Coupe. This includes the minimal joys of life of a classic coupe, a more diverse set of meals is provided, as well as canteens and sanitary kits are provided. And the most expensive in the coupe will be the class 2T Coupe Standard Extra. There is already a full meal here, which you can choose yourself from the menu of the restaurant car. It is important that the total cost of the dish, snacks and drinks does not exceed 1000 rubles.

The 1U SV Standard is considered to be a special class of service in a sleeping car, without services, as in a classic compartment, but in a more comfortable car. With a hot breakfast, tickets of class 1U SV Standard are purchased. And the most expensive class of service in the whole train is 1B SV Business. There are improved meals, including a variety of snacks and breakfast, traveler's kits and much more, which will make the trip as comfortable as possible. A high-comfort waiting room is also available at the station by ticket.

Wireless Internet is available in all cars and in the restaurant, sockets for charging gadgets are installed near each place.

Several times mentioned the restaurant car, which is open from the start of boarding until the arrival of the train in the destination city. You can book a table in advance for yourself, your family or the company you are traveling with. In addition, there is a wide selection of dishes, including lean. The order can be placed with the conductor or in the restaurant itself, in addition, delivery of dishes in the compartment is possible.

Ticket sales open 60 days before the departure date. Moreover, you can buy a ticket for the full route, or a shortened Tver, Moscow, Tver, St. Petersburg and in the opposite directions. Please note that parking at the Tver station lasts no more than two minutes, so it is strongly not recommended to delay. The train departs from the capital of Russia at 00:20 and arrives at the destination station at 08:59. The total travel time is 8 hours and 39 minutes. And in the opposite direction, the trip will take 7 hours and 28 minutes. Departure from St. Petersburg at 22:59, and arrival in Moscow at 5:57. The train, like all branded trains, is focused on the fact that during the trip you can relax, sleep, and go about your business in the morning.

Reviews of the trip between Moscow and St. Petersburg and back can be found on the Internet. Many are happy with the trip, the service, the restaurant menu and the ticket price. Others believe that he is a little short of the brand name. In any case, «Megapolis» adheres to its established standards, trying to maintain perfect comfort and service. And the unusual design makes the train unique and unlike the usual trains between the two capitals. But the choice is always yours. Have a good trip by rail!