When planning a long trip to cities in Russia or neighboring countries, many people make a difficult choice between a coupe and an SV. If the cost between types of cars varies significantly, the level of amenities is quite comparable. Let's try to carefully understand this issue and understand which option is more suitable for short and long-term movements.

Definition

NE- This sleeping car, designed to accommodate 18 passengers (2 in each box), equipped with an additional compartment for the conductor, as well as 2 common toilets. The living conditions are characterized by high comfort, the interior is designed in a classic style.

Coupe- this is a type of carriage, intermediate between reserved seat and SV, characterized as economy class. It is designed for 36 passengers, who are located in 9 separate compartments. There are 4 shelves: 2 upper and 2 lower. Also in this car there are 2 toilets and a compartment for 2 conductors.

Coupe

Comparison

Thus, the main difference between these types of cars is their intended purpose. SV was originally created for wealthy passengers who want to travel with considerable comfort. In a separate compartment, of which there are 9, there are 2 shelves - only places for rest. The coupe has 4 shelves (2 upper and lower), accordingly, it is more aimed at the middle class.

SV is distinguished by high comfort; even the interior here is made in the spirit of classics. In the compartment, despite the soft backrests above the lower bunk, the presence of a table and a mirror, minimalism dominates. But the price of such a place is significantly lower than that of SV: about 2 times. If a passenger travels on the bottom bunk, he will not notice any particular differences between the indicated types of carriages. It is worth noting that the SV can be single, double or triple, while the coupe is always designed for a maximum of 4 passengers.

Conclusions website

1. Number of passengers in the carriage and compartment. The compartment is designed for 36 people, the SV - for 18.
2. Number of shelves. There are 4 shelves in the compartment (2 upper and 2 lower), in the SV there are only 2 (both lower).
3. Interior. Minimalism dominates in the coupe, while classicism dominates in the SV.
4. Conditions of stay. The SV is more comfortable than the coupe, and the level of service is higher.
5. Solution. Coupe is a classic option, always designed for 4 seats. SV can be 1, 2 or 3-seater, depending on the type of car.
6. Price. The price of the SV is approximately 2 times more expensive than the coupe.

When purchasing a train ticket online, you may notice that each carriage belongs to a particular class. They are abbreviated as 2K, 2L, 1S, 3E, etc. The essence of the designation is to show the passenger the type of carriage (reserved seat, coupe, luxury, etc.) and an approximate list of services that should be provided in it.

The details depend on the carrier - each of them implies its own nuances by the class of the car. Majority Russian trains are formed by the Federal Passenger Company (JSC FPC), and in general the principles are the same. Therefore, below the marking of wagons is explained according to the FPC standards with individual additions from other carriers.

Sapsan trains

All carriages are air-conditioned.

• 1P - compartment-meeting room, sold only as a whole. Drinks, leather chairs, a dressing room, a meeting room equipped with a projector and much more.
• 1B - just seats in a 1st class carriage, without a meeting room. All the amenities and service itself.”
• 1C - business class carriage. Armchairs and tables, wardrobes, footrests. High quality service. Sockets at each block of seats, drinks, hot meals a la carte, fresh newspapers, etc.
• 2C is a seated economy class carriage. Seats at the table and not at the table, clothes hangers, space for luggage, headphones.
• 2B - “Economic+” class (cars No. 10 and No. 20). It differs from economy class in that it is more spacious, there is a power outlet near each block of seats, a lunch box is included in the ticket price, and Wi-Fi is available.
• 2E - seats in the bistro car; the ticket price includes meals worth 2,000 rubles from the menu. You can buy online on the day of departure and the next day.

Swift trains

All carriages have air conditioning and drinking water (free of charge). There are dry closets, video monitors, and the train is accompanied by security. All carriages have individual sockets - under the seats or in the compartments

• 1E - SV (VIP). The coupe is sold as a whole, it can carry 1 or 2 passengers. The upper bunk folds down, the lower bed transforms into two armchairs. The compartment has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Safe, sockets, extended travel set, TV with a choice of video programs. The ticket price includes meals and bed linen.
• 1E - similar to class 1E, but you can buy one seat in the compartment.
• 1Р - 1st class seated carriages. Spacious, comfortable seats, the fare includes meals, hygiene kit and newspapers.
• 2C - 2nd class seated carriages.

General carriage

• 3О - general carriage. As a rule, the same shelves are located there as in the reserved seat, but 3 tickets are sold for each lower shelf. These are supposed to be seating areas. In new trains, these cars are made more comfortable and specialized. There may be no air conditioning or dry closet.
• 3B - general carriage without seat numbers. Availability of air conditioning and dry closet is not guaranteed.

Seat carriage

Seated carriages (category C) are equipped with individual seats. At the same time, the conditions, convenience, and layout of the car can vary significantly, since both Sapsan and interregional cheap cars fall into this category. In the latter, they are increasingly trying to create the most comfortable conditions: folding tables, an outlet under each chair, etc.

• 1C, 2C, 3C - cars with such markings are found in a variety of trains (from high-speed to suburban "express" trains), and the conditions in each case are different. As a rule, classes 1 and 2 are air-conditioned (not guaranteed), class 3 is not. Additional services depend on the specific train. The class (and the fare, respectively) is determined by the number of seats in the car, the type of seats, etc.
• 1P - in a double-decker seated carriage, seats in the compartment are marked this way (for example, seats 133, 134 on train 045/046 Moscow - Voronezh). The ticket price includes food, newspapers, and hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
• 1B is a car with individual seating, that is, all seats are purchased. The ticket price includes food, newspapers, and hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
• 2P is a luxury car, equipped with air conditioning and a dry closet. The ticket price includes cold snacks.
• 2B, 3Zh - there may be no air conditioning; additional services are not included in the fare. Animals can be transported in carriages of this class. Please take this into account if the presence of animals may be an obstacle to travel for you, or if you yourself need to travel with a pet. .
• 2E is a seated carriage with air conditioning; the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.

Second-class carriages

These are cars with places to lie down, 52 or 54 shelves per car. Usually designated as class 3.

• 3E is a reserved seat carriage with air conditioning and a dry closet.
• 3T - the carriage is air-conditioned, there may be no dry closet.
• 3D - the carriage has air conditioning. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
• 3U - similar to 3D, but the presence of air conditioning is not guaranteed.
• 3L - air conditioning and dry closet are not provided.
• If the carrier is ZAO TKS, then the class 3U carriage is expected to have air conditioning and dry closets. There are sockets in each compartment, video surveillance works. Passengers are provided with an amenity kit and bed linen. Animals are not allowed.

Coupe

The carriage is divided into closed compartments with 4 shelves each. In total there are from 32 to 40 seats in the carriage. Marked as 2nd class. The price of a compartment ticket always includes bed linen.

• 2E is an air-conditioned luxury car with 4-seater compartments. The ticket price includes food, newspapers, and a sanitary kit. You can travel with There is a dry toilet in the carriage.
• 2E - on double-decker trains - similar to 2E on regular trains, but hygiene kit and press are not provided.
• 2B - similar to 2E, but the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
• 2K - air conditioning and dry closet in the carriage. Additional services (except bed linen) are not included in the ticket price.
• 2U - similar to 2K, but the presence of a dry closet in the carriage is not guaranteed.
• 2L - no additional options, the fare only includes linen. The carriage may not have air conditioning or a dry closet.
• 2D - compartment without additional services, you can refuse to pay for bed linen (in other compartment cars it is not possible). The presence of air conditioning and a dry closet is not guaranteed (depending on which carriage of this class of seats is allocated). Transportation of animals is not provided.
• If the carrier is ZAO TKS, then the 2T carriage class includes dinner or breakfast of your choice (there is a vegetarian menu), a sanitary and hygiene kit, slippers, printed publications, and bedding. The carriages are air-conditioned and there are dry toilets. The compartment has an LCD monitor, individual sockets, and a safe. Children are given gifts and a playpen is available upon request. In the carriage, for an additional fee, you can order freshly brewed coffee or tea, purchase souvenirs or small items necessary for the journey from the conductor. Transport of animals is prohibited.

Lux (SV)

These are carriages with 2-seater compartments. Soft shelves for lying, in the car there are from 16 to 20 seats. Linen is always included in the fare, all carriages are air-conditioned. Marked as 1st class.

• 1B - business class. The ticket price includes drinks, food, newspapers, hygiene items, etc. The price is indicated for the whole compartment, in which 1 adult passenger travels. You can take it with you
• 1E - the same as 1B, but you can buy one seat in a compartment, rather than buying it out entirely.
• 1U - additional services are not included in the ticket price (except for bed linen), but the level of comfort corresponds to first class.
• 1L - SV car. Additional services are not included in the ticket price; air conditioning is assumed, but there may not be a dry closet. Bed linen is included in the ticket price, pets are allowed.
• If the carrier is ZAO TKS, then class 1B “Business TK” carriage includes dinner and breakfast, drinks, sanitary and hygiene kit, slippers, printed publications, and bedding. The carriage is air-conditioned, there are dry toilets and a hygienic shower. Each compartment has 2 TVs and individual sockets, a safe.

Soft carriage

These are also 1st class carriages, but more comfortable than luxury carriages. Double compartments, 8-12 seats per carriage.

• 1A - the car consists of 4 compartments and a lounge-bar. Each compartment has a shower, dry closet, and washbasin. The compartment has two seats: a wide folding sofa (120 cm) and an upper bunk (90 cm, standard). There is a chair. Food, drinks and newspapers are provided. The price is always indicated for a whole compartment; 1-2 adults plus a child under 10 years old can travel for free (in Russia). You can go with small ones
• 1I - similar to 1A, the only difference is that there is no bar, instead there is a fifth compartment in the carriage.
• 1M is the same, but there are 6 compartments in the car.
• 1G - car markings on international trains (except Finland). There are 4-6 compartments in a carriage, each can carry 1-2 passengers. Two children under 12 years of age can travel with one adult (free of charge), and one child under 12 years of age with two adults. Each compartment has an armchair, a wide fold-out sofa and a standard-width upper bunk. You can buy either a whole compartment or one seat in it.

RIC cars

On international trains (Moscow - Berlin, Moscow - Paris, etc.) there may be carriages of a fundamentally different layout - carriages of RIC size. They are divided into compartments, each of which can be double or triple.

• 2-seater RIC carriages are similar in terms of conditions and markings to luxury class carriages.
• 3-seater RIC cars (class 2I) are three-seater compartments with vertical shelves. There is an armchair and a washbasin. Bed linen is included in the ticket price.

The information is for reference only. If necessary, check with the carrier.

Have a nice trip!

Detailed description of the TKS car

Unchanged comfort and convenience in any class of service.

TKS luxury cars are distinguished by their technology and safety. The double compartments of TKS branded carriages have everything that the most demanding guest needs: a modern interior, comfortable berths and a rich TV program. To diversify your trip, we have prepared. For those who like to read on the road, the latest newspapers and new issues of popular magazines are always available in the carriages.

In TKS Business Class there are always fresh bedding, an amenity kit with terry slippers, and 220 V sockets for charging a smartphone, tablet or laptop. Excellent comfortable temperature – an opportunity to fully relax during the trip. To ensure additional security, the carriages are equipped with electronic key cards for access to the compartments. An hour after the train departs, a delicious dinner and drinks await you, and breakfast in the morning. High quality and freshness of dishes is our commitment to business class guests. The number of rations depends on the distance of the trip and is indicated on the ticket. For dinner, our guides will offer hot dishes prepared along the route under the supervision of company employees: salads from fresh and pickled vegetables, hot dishes from poultry, fish, and boiled pork. Look in the special section of our website.

Hot served with a variety of side dishes. For dessert - fresh or canned fruit. Juice is also served with dinner. Guests with individual culinary preferences can choose from a specially designed children's and vegetarian menu. For breakfast you can order a choice of dishes: milk oatmeal, omelette. In addition to breakfast you will be offered: dessert (cake), snack (sliced ​​cheese or sandwich), butter, wheat bun, yogurt. Each meal plan in the SV carriages includes drinks: water (carbonated or still), hot chocolate, tea in pyramids, freshly brewed coffee. Hot drinks, including coffee, tea and hot chocolate are offered to guests free of charge throughout the route. For connoisseurs of coffee aromas, we offer 5 varieties of freshly brewed premium coffee. The carriage always has a large selection of green and black tea of ​​only elite varieties. At the guest's request, tea is served in a glass or brewed in a teapot. In our company's carriages you can purchase fresh confectionery products and chocolate of the highest quality, souvenirs and gift perfumes. Cash and bank cards are accepted for payment. The price of class 1B "Business TK" tickets includes bed linen, a choice of fresh newspapers, terry slippers and an extended amenity kit: refreshing and paper napkins, comb, toothpaste and toothbrush, shoe horn, shoe sponge.

We will relieve you from worrying thoughts about the mood and health of your pets. Spend time on the road in company! In SV TKS carriages you can transport small animals, birds or large breed dogs - but only if both seats in the compartment have been purchased. However, in this case we do not charge an additional fee for transporting animals. Large dogs are transported in TKS cars with a collar and muzzle. Transportation of guide dogs accompanying disabled people is allowed in all types of TKS cars without additional payment and registration of transportation documents. The guide dog must have a collar and muzzle and be at the feet of the guest it is accompanying. Transportation on long-distance and suburban trains throughout the territory Russian Federation small domestic (pet) animals, dogs and birds are carried out without presentation of veterinary documents.

Guests who wish to travel without compartment neighbors can purchase a ticket at the “Single” fare for one person. A special tariff price is established for a one-time booking of an entire double compartment. The ticket price includes travel and a set of all-inclusive services for one person. , railway ticket offices and commercial ticket offices that issue printed tickets (be careful, a service fee may apply). Please note that the name of the “Single” tariff is indicated in the “Type of document” column on the ticket.

Baggage allowance in branded carriages TKS: hand luggage no more than 50 kg. for SV cars. Baggage in the sum of three dimensions should not exceed 180 cm (width + depth + height). You can place your luggage in the lockers below the lower seats.

On the website you can buy train tickets for the carriages of the railway passenger carrier TransClassService without commission or surcharges. We operate on the basis of a License from the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation and in compliance with legislation and international standards in the field of transportation of passengers and luggage.

What is an SV car and what advantages does it have? This question interests many Russian Railways passengers, because each of us wants to travel in the most comfortable conditions.

What is a SV on a Russian Railways train? According to the generally accepted formulation, it is a sleeping car consisting of nine one-, two- or three-seater compartments and designed to carry 18 passengers.

Its main characteristic feature is the increased level of comfort.

The first SV cars appeared back in 1867. Their inventor is the famous American engineer J. Pullman. It was he who first introduced to the public passenger seats that could turn into comfortable sun loungers.

Before this, all seats on trains were exclusively seated and, moreover, quite hard.

What is included in the SV car? In addition to more comfortable sleeping places, SV has several important advantages:

It is worth noting the interior decoration of such cars - it is distinguished by its solidity and pleasant appearance.

In branded Russian Railways trains, the equipment of sleeping cars and the range of services provided may differ slightly.

Naturally, increased amenities could not but affect the cost of the trip.. In 2020, it can be compared with the price of an air ticket in economy class (for equivalent routes).

Classification of sleeping cars

All aircraft providing domestic passenger transportation are divided into several classes of service. The latter determine not only the list of services provided, but also the general layout of the car.

To understand how this or that abbreviation stands for, use this hint:

1B Business Class	Seats in the CB business class are provided by branded trains of the Russian passenger railway carrier ZAO TKS. Services include: Air conditioning system; Providing hygiene items - comb, paper and sanitary napkins, toothbrush and toothpaste, cream and shoe horn; Meals along the entire route (breakfast and dinner); Fresh press; Beverages - mineral water, tea, chocolate, coffee; Bed sheets; Plasma TV; Slippers; Wi-Fi; Safe (magnetic card is used for access); Individual power sockets for laptops and mobile devices. Purchasing a ticket for a business class carriage involves purchasing the entire compartment (the ticket price is determined based on this calculation).
1E VIP class sleeping car	Seats in SV class 1E are provided in high speed trains"Strizh" on the routes "Moscow - Berlin" and "Moscow - Nizhny Novgorod". The range of services includes: Air conditioning system; 24-hour security; CCTV; Travel kit of sanitary and hygiene products; Dry toilet; Wash basin; Plasma TV; Individual sockets; Safe with several keys; Drinks and drinking water; Nutrition; Bed sheets; Slippers; Shoe care products. When purchasing a ticket for CB class 1E, the passenger must purchase all compartments.
1E Analogue class 1E or 1B with a reduced price	A ticket for such a carriage cannot be purchased in advance. This “hot offer” from Russian Railways is put on sale only in one case – when there are many free compartments left in the sleeping car on some route. Purchasing a ticket with SV class 1E means purchasing only one passenger seat.
1U Class 1B comfort level, but with a minimum set of additional services	The conditions of service in 1U carriages correspond to first class, but all additional services (except bed linen) are purchased separately by the passenger.
1L Sleeping car without additional services	The simplest option among all sleeping cars. Provides a basic set of services (with the exception of a dry closet). Everything else can be paid on the spot and at will.
RIC	An analogue of SV, found only on international trains. Differs in the presence of an upper and lower shelf. The comfort level corresponds to class 1B.

Another additional service that applies to all SV classes is the ability to transport containers with small pets.

SV vs compartment car

What is the difference between an SV carriage and a coupe? The main factor that distinguishes a 2nd class closed compartment carriage from a sleeping carriage is not only the level of comfort, but also the number of passengers.

If with one travel companion you can still find mutual language, then a noisy company of 3 people can turn the trip into an ordeal. In addition, in compartment cars there is no button to call the conductor.

How is the SV car different from the Lux car? The latter, albeit a little, still surpassed the SV classes in terms of comfort.

What is offered in the Lux:

Lux is a separate carriage with the highest comfort conditions and designed to transport a certain group of passengers (politicians, stars and other VIPs).

Outsiders are prohibited from entering such carriages, so the appearance of random fellow travelers is completely excluded.

Now you know what a SV carriage means and you will be able to choose the most comfortable conditions for yourself. In addition, recently the management of Russian Railways has been actively practicing a system of discounts designed to increase the number of ticket sales.

For example, now you can get a 40% discount when purchasing tickets 2 months before departure.

According to statistics, most of the population prefers to travel by train, as it is one of the safest modes of transport. The total length of Russian railways is about 100 thousand kilometers, which, in turn, allows you to reach almost any populated area.

In our country there is only one railway company, Russian Railways, which has been serving passengers for for long years. The company's head office is located in Moscow, and local ticket offices are located on the territory of railway stations in each city. There, passengers can buy or exchange their tickets at any time.

All trains in Russia, just like airplanes, have a unique structure that divides the entire transport into several zones that differ in the level of comfort from the inside. This opportunity allows passengers, regardless of their financial affiliation to a certain segment of society, to choose the fare that best suits their needs.

Many passengers are interested in: “What is an SV carriage, and what are its advantages?” In this article we will talk about the most comfortable and premium class available in the arsenal of Russian Railways. How the abbreviation SV stands for, the advantages of this tariff and its average cost on the territory of the Russian Federation is in this article.

SV car - what is it?

Often, traveling by train takes several days, so you should carefully choose your sleeping place. Let's start our analysis directly with the abbreviation. The SV sleeping car is a kind of compartment with increased comfort conditions. Previously, in pre-revolutionary Rus', the concept of SV-car meant “svitsky carriage”.

Unlike second-class and compartment cars, which have become quite boring, here all the nuances are provided for a comfortable pastime on the road. Russian Railways SV cars offer their passengers a wide range of different services, including comfortable soft shelves, a wardrobe for storing clothes, a personal bathroom with a shower and a TV. In addition, SV cars provide a smaller number of berths, which can vary from one to three.

SV tariffs

All sleeping cars also have their own separate subcategory, depending on which certain services are provided. According to the classification of cars, this type belongs to class 1 and is labeled as luxury. Some CB tariffs include additional hygiene items and even meals.

So, for IVs used in passenger transportation within the country, a division by service class has been introduced. Such a division determines both the layout inside the car and the list of services provided.

• 1B or Business class.
• 1E or VIP area.
• 1F. Similar to the previous options, only at a reduced cost.
• 1U. Reduced cost and minimal set of services.
• 1L. A sleeping car with no additional services.

You can view the inside of the SV car remotely in the photographs below.

Car SV (1B)

The most premium class, of course, is considered to be 1B, since it involves the complete purchase of the entire compartment. There are air conditioning systems here that maintain normal air temperature throughout the journey. Passengers are provided with food and drinks, hygiene items, and various reading materials on the road. Passengers are permitted to bring pets with them in appropriate carrying containers. The cost of the tariff directly depends on the size of the bed, so it varies very often.

Category 1E

Class 1E seats are very common on international trains, for example Moscow-Berlin. Among the additional services provided by the company, passengers are under 24-hour security throughout the entire journey, monitoring the situation in the carriage using video monitors. The ticket price includes meals, drinks, a personal bathroom and the necessary hygiene kit.

The cost of a category 1E sleeping car on international trains is about 50 thousand. Depending on the season, the ticket price can vary from 50 to 80 thousand.

Category 1E

This category is no different from the previous ones, the only difference is that the passenger buys only a berth, and not the entire compartment of the SV car. In this case, the passenger still has access to a wide range of services provided by the company’s employees. Of course, category 1E is great for those travelers who want to save a little on their ticket. This is an excellent option for traveling in comfort and at a reduced cost. Usually the number of seats in the SV carriage is more than enough. Perhaps no one will move in with you, because, as statistics show, such tariffs are in fairly low demand. This is what the SV car looks like inside.

Category 1U

The terms of service in this case remain the same with the exception of all additional services. Passengers in this category are provided with a set of bed linen, and food, drinks and other accessories are purchased separately.

Category 1L

The simplest option among sleeping cars. Only a basic set of services is provided here, everything else is paid for on the spot and at will. The only negative is the lack of a dry closet in the compartment.

Tickets for the SV carriage of different categories can be purchased at the Russian Railways ticket office at the station. Or on the company's official website. A photo of a simplified category SV car can be found below. Clean and comfortable.

SV Russian Railways car inside

A standard SV carriage has 9 double compartments and two toilets throughout the entire carriage. As we have already mentioned, category 1L is not equipped with its own bathroom; here the main emphasis is on the limited number of passengers in the compartment. Some passengers sometimes buy an entire SV for one person in order to get maximum satisfaction from the trip. It is worth noting that such actions are much cheaper than buying a business class ticket (1B).

The toilet in the NE carriage is equipped with a hygienic film on the toilet seat and a separate faucet. The conductors try to maintain cleanliness and order throughout the journey, and are also very attentive and polite to their passengers. As you can see, this is not a luxury carriage, so when buying a ticket you should always pay attention to the diagram presented on the website.

Why SV?

Russian railways offer their passengers to purchase tickets for any type of carriage, it all depends on their preference and price category. On this moment All cars are divided into the following types:

1. Sedentary.
2. Reservation seat.
3. Coupe.

The sitting tariff implies traveling short distances; in such carriages it is impossible to move to a horizontal position and, accordingly, the provision of bed linen is not provided. From the inside, the carriage resembles the structure of an airplane cabin, since all the seats are arranged in two rows.

Reserved seats and coupes are the most common fares in Russia. Such carriages are designed for long-distance travel and are also equipped with sleeping places. The main difference between these tariffs is the presence of doors in the compartment and the absence of side shelves.

Why does SV win in absolutely all respects? This is an isolated space with soft and comfortable sleeping places, its own wardrobe and bathroom, as well as free access to the shower. Here you don’t have to stand in line waiting for a free outlet in the vestibule or wake up several hours before the train arrives at the station in order to get to the toilet before a line forms. For some travelers, reserved seat carriages can be a real challenge, causing a lot of inconvenience and a feeling of endless discomfort, at a time when a trip in an SV carriage will bring a lot of impressions and pleasure.

The only competitor that surpasses the sleeping car (SV) in terms of comfort is the luxury category. The compartments are several times larger in size, and also have their own bathroom with a vacuum toilet, a safe and a TV. This is a full-fledged mobile apartment in which every passenger can feel comfortable and safe.