Pedestrian crossingRussia
Traffic rules
Russia
19. Pedestrian crossing
A pedestrian crossing is a designated place where pedestrians may cross a road. It is commonly indicated by road markings, traffic signs, signals or a combination of these measures.
Drivers must approach with appropriate caution and give way when required by local law. Pedestrians must also observe approaching traffic and follow any pedestrian signals or instructions from authorised traffic controllers.
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When must drivers give way at a pedestrian crossing in Russia?
At an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing, Section 14.1 requires drivers to give way to pedestrians crossing or entering the carriageway or tram tracks to cross. If a vehicle ahead has stopped or slowed before the crossing, drivers in the same direction must also stop or slow and proceed only after satisfying that yielding duty. At a controlled crossing, allow pedestrians to finish when your signal changes to permit movement.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
Are all pedestrian crossings controlled the same way in Russia?
A warning that pedestrians may cross ahead is different from a marked or signal-controlled crossing. Look for the actual crossing marking, pedestrian signals and any supplemental signs.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
Crossing for pedestrians.
English • Traffic sign 5.19.1–5.19.2 • Pedestrian crossing. Marks a crossing. Without road markings, the signs define its boundaries; observe the crossing rules.
Русский • 5.19.1–5.19.2 • Пешеходный переход. Обозначен пешеходный переход. При отсутствии разметки знаки определяют его границы; соблюдайте правила проезда переходов.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Nikolaev ec06ffa5 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Pravo.gov.ru • ПДД РФ • приложение 1 • 5.19.1–5.19.2
🔗 Pravo.gov.ru • Официальная редакция от 28.08.2026
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Warning for a pedestrian crossing.
English • Traffic sign 1.22 • Pedestrian crossing. A crossing marked by signs or road markings is ahead.
Русский • 1.22 • Пешеходный переход. Впереди пешеходный переход, обозначенный знаками или разметкой.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pravo.gov.ru • ПДД РФ • приложение 1 • 1.22
🔗 Pravo.gov.ru • Официальная редакция от 28.08.2026
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Юкатан • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2017-12-24. Wikimedia original unmodified.
May I enter a pedestrian crossing if the road beyond it is blocked in Russia?
Do not queue on the crossing or conceal pedestrians from approaching drivers. Wait before entering until there is space to clear the crossing, and do not overtake or pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian where that would endanger anyone.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
When may Russian pedestrians cross a junction diagonally?
At a controlled junction with markings specifically designating a diagonal pedestrian crossing.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
Where should Russian pedestrians cross when no pedestrian crossing is provided?
At a junction along the pavement or verge line. Section 4.3 has a separate bicycle-zone exception.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
When may Russian pedestrians cross away from both crossings and junctions?
When neither is visible: perpendicular to the road, with clear views both ways, and without a central dividing strip or barriers; bicycle zones are excepted.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
Where must Russian pedestrians wait if they cannot finish crossing?
On a refuge island or the line separating opposing traffic. Continue only when safe and with regard to the signals.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
What must Russian pedestrians do for emergency vehicles using blue warning lights and a siren?
Refrain from crossing; if already on the carriageway or tram tracks, clear them immediately.
🔗 sh380.krsl.gov.spb.ru • Russia — Sections 4.3–4.7 and 14.1–14.6
