Being removed from a train is not just a plot for a dramatic movie, but a very real prospect for those who decided that RZD rules are written just for show. We love adventures, but only those that end at the destination, not on the platform of a remote station at three in the morning. Let's figure out how not to become that passenger for whom the train conductor will come with the police.

Disruption of public order

The most common reason. If you've decided that the train car is the perfect place for midnight karaoke, loud philosophical debates, or testing your neighbor's nerves, be prepared for sanctions. Loud swearing, harassing other passengers, or running through the car in a dinosaur costume can result in a report of misconduct. Remember: your freedom ends where the comfort of the person on the upper bunk begins.

Alcoholic haze

It is officially forbidden to drink strong alcoholic beverages in train cars (except for the dining car). But even if you consumed alcohol beforehand, and your condition raises questions for the conductor, you may not be allowed into the car or may be removed at the nearest station. If you decide to buy tickets to Kazan on Kupi.com and celebrate too boisterously, the celebration might end much earlier than planned.

Smoking in unauthorized places

Since 2014, smoking in vestibules, toilets, and generally anywhere inside the train is prohibited. Electronic cigarettes and tobacco heating systems are also on this list, although many try to 'vape under the blanket'. Smoke detectors work perfectly, and a fine and removal from the train are very real prospects, especially if you are caught repeatedly.

Travel without a ticket or with someone else's documents

It seems obvious, but cases vary. If you made a mistake in your passport data (more than one letter in the surname or one digit in the number) or bought a ticket in your cat's name, the conductor has every right not to let you into the car. If you snuck in as a 'stowaway', you will be removed at the nearest point where there is police. To avoid such incidents, always check your details when booking tickets for the Saint Petersburg – Murmansk route on our website.

Illness threatening others

This is a rare but important point. If a passenger becomes seriously ill and their condition threatens the health of others (for example, there is a suspicion of a dangerous infection), they may be removed from the train. But don't worry: in this case, you won't just be left out in the cold, but will be handed over to medics at the nearest station.

Carriage of dangerous goods

If a canister of gasoline, fireworks, or an uncased hunting rifle suddenly appears in your suitcase, the trip will end quickly. Anything that can explode, catch fire, or poison the air in the confined space of a train car is strictly prohibited.

Improper animal transportation

Your pet is also a passenger, and it must have its 'documents' (ticket/receipt) and appropriate equipment (carrier, muzzle). If a large dog walks unleashed through the car and scares children, and the owner ignores warnings, both of them may be asked to leave.

Violation of customs regulations

If your train crosses a border, an attempt to transport something prohibited or undeclared can be a reason for removal. Border guards and customs officers don't appreciate jokes about smuggling. If you cannot explain the origin of fifty new iPhones in your bag, your journey will continue in a special inspection room, and the train will leave without you.

Using the emergency brake without reason

The emergency brake exists to prevent accidents and save lives, not so you can buy ice cream on the platform or wait for a late friend. Unjustified stopping of the train is a serious violation that leads to administrative responsibility and, consequently, to expulsion from the car at the request of the train conductor.

Non-compliance with sanitary standards and safety rules

If a passenger creates a real mess in the compartment that obstructs the passage, or damages the carrier's property (for example, cuts seat upholstery or breaks windows), their journey will be interrupted. The same applies to those who try to repair the car's electrical equipment themselves or open doors while the train is moving for a dramatic shot.

Aggression towards staff

The conductor and train manager are not just people who bring tea, but official representatives of the carrier. Insults, threats, or attempts of physical assault against them are a guaranteed 'black mark'. In such cases, the police are immediately called to the nearest platform.