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Old Nov 8, 2008 | 4:26 am
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Originally Posted by impaler
If your requirements are very specific, sa particular seat or a particular train (eg 2nd class ("coupe"), lower bunk on the Red Arrow) - book in advance. If you are just looking to get to Moscow from Spb, you'll get there.

The more expensive tickets (1st class - СВ) are very likely to be available.
Thanks!

I'm a female and will be traveling solo. I've read that 3rd class (platskartny) might be a better option for women. It certainly is the cheaper option, but is it better in my case?
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