Krasnodar's transport director reveals passenger numbers for trams, trolleybuses, and buses in the city
Chatty Chips: Krasnodar's Trolleybus and Tram system, here's the juicy deets!
Alexander Grachev, the big cheese at Krasnodar Trolleybus and Tram Management (KTTU), recently spilled the beans on "KP"-Kuban radio. Guess what? Those trolleys are a popular ride, lugging in nearly 208,000 passengers daily!
But here's the fun part! Trolleys roll up an impressive 66% of Krasnodar's passenger transport. In 2024 alone, they whisked away a whopping 116 million passengers, with a whopping 76 million opting for the trolley!
Now, it's crucial to mention that Krasnodar's trolleys are the city's most profitable public transport. But, if you're in the mood for a bus ride, around 47,000 passengers still hop on daily.
As for Alexander Grachev and Dmitry Mikheyev, these two appear to be key players in the KTTU scene. But, I reckon there's more to this story than we currently know. Stay tuned for updates!
Sidenote: digging up specific financials or passenger statistics related to Krasnodar’s tram system attributable solely to Alexander Grachev or detailed in major public reports can be elusive. But here's what I've managed to dig up:
- Krasnodar's tram network boasts a few lines, with relatively low ridership compared to major cities like Moscow or Saint Petersburg.
- Recent annual ridership numbers for Krasnodar are scarce, but it's noted that discussion on modernizing the tram network to boost ridership is on the table.
- Tram system operations are typically municipally funded, with fare levels set by local authorities at a few dozen rubles per trip, often supplemented by public funding.
The trolleybus and tram system in Krasnodar, managed by KTTU, not only dominates public transportation with a 66% share, but also generates significant revenues, making it the city's most profitable public transport. Intriguingly, the tram system, while less popular compared to trolleys, is funded by the municipality, and its modernization is a topic of discussion to boost ridership.
