Vladimir Putin’s so-called “ghost train” is an armoured, unmarked luxury rail convoy designed to move him secretly between residences and command centres. The train avoids public schedules, uses concealed routes, and connects to private, guarded railway lines linked to bunkers. It features heavy security, advanced communications, and lavish interiors, including offices, medical facilities, and spa areas. Putin reportedly increased his use since 2021, as trains are harder to track than aircraft. Construction and upgrades have cost tens of millions of dollars from state budgets.
