Julia "Yuuki" Guzairova
Escape from Tarkov is a popular shooter that stands out not only for its combat system but also for its health and healing mechanics. It’s important to know not only how to start and continue a fight, but also how to finish it. And to do that, you need to reach extraction points. In this article, we will talk about extraction points and their locations on each map.
Why are Extraction Points Important?
Extraction points are locations that allow you to legally exit the game and finish it while taking all the items you've collected. This way, you complete your mission and show that you’ve accomplished everything on that map.
Failing to extract means losing everything obtained in that session, emphasizing the need for strategic planning, careful navigation, and awareness of potential threats to ensure a safe exit and successful progression in the game.
Types of Extraction
In Escape from Tarkov, there are two types of extractions based on the player's role:
PMC Extractions
When playing as a PMC, your main task is to extract before time runs out or before you meet death. A unique aspect of Escape from Tarkov is that not all extraction points are suitable for PMC players. This means you will have to make an effort to find them because if you don’t exit the map, you will lose everything, including the items you brought with you into the game.
Scav Extractions
Unlike PMC, you appear on a map where combat is already ongoing. This means some good loot spots may already be emptied. Although the extraction process for SCAV and PMC is the same, some points are only designated for one type of character. So, if you see a label like "for a specific character", and you’re playing as a different type, it’s best not to choose that point.
As of the time of writing, there are 11 different maps in Escape from Tarkov. We will talk about the 3 most popular extraction points from them.
Customs
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Let’s start with one of the earliest maps added to the game. How do you escape from here? There are several popular extraction points on this map.
Administration Gate
The upper-left point on the map. It's quite easy to reach, but there’s nowhere to take cover during extraction. Be sure to keep an eye on your surroundings.
Railroad to Port
Located near the river, in the top-right corner of the map. To start the extraction process, stand behind a freight train.
Crossroads
The farthest point on the map to the right. Look for the large gates with the word "STOP" written on them.
Factory
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Now let’s move on to the factory. It’s one of the most interesting locations in the game, with some equally surprising bosses. It’s very easy to extract from here.
Cellars
The extraction point is inside the factory. You will need to find a key to open it.
Gate 0
Located on the southern part of the map. You will also need a key to open this one.
Camera Bunker Door
To access this point, descend into the factory basement. Focus on the right side of the map.
Ground Zero
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This is one of the new maps added to the game over the past two years. Let’s see which extraction points players have already found.
Nakatani Basement Stairs
Located again at the edge of the map. Enter the building and head to the elevators. Once you see the staircase, go down.
Emercom Checkpoint
Look for the bank. It’s located behind Skyside.
Scav Checkpoint
To use this extraction point, you need a player from the opposite faction (Scav or PMC). It can be found on the opposite side of the map from the Emercom Checkpoint exit.
Interchange
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This time, we find ourselves in a huge shopping mall. Escaping from here will be a bit more difficult, as the map itself is much smaller than the previous ones. Let’s look at some of the extraction points.
Emercom Checkpoint
Located in the southeast. This is one of the most popular points, so you may become an easy target.
Hole in the Fence
If you head further west, you’ll find another point—Hole in the Fence. The only way to get here is through the parking lot, and unlike the previous point, there are many places to take cover while the timer runs down.
Saferoom
Unlike other points, this one is located on the very bottom floor of the shopping mall, beneath the Oli supermarket. Use this point if you don’t want to fight and are simply looking for a way to exit the map.
Lighthouse
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The eighth and an important map for Escape from Tarkov.
Armored Train
Located at the top, at the very edge of the map, near the Industrial Gates. The train arrives between 15 and 20 minutes and waits for 7 minutes before leaving.
Passage by the Lake
Focus on the huge lake in the northeast corner of the map. It’s located near the rocks.
Path to Shoreline
This point is located right in the center of the map, near two houses. Follow the eastern water flow.
Reserve
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From the shopping mall, we move on to the training ground. This map is also not very large, but it’s rich in items. Let’s examine the extraction points.
Armored Train
Focus on the rolling-stock repair. The train arrives around 20-25 minutes and waits for players for 7 minutes before leaving.
Bunker Hermetic Door
Located near the military guard barracks. Activate the lever and run to the bunker. You have about 4 minutes to do so.
Cliff Decent
Can be found behind the dome at the lower edge of the map.
Shoreline
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This popular map is favored by both newcomers and veterans of the game, with stunning views and vast areas. It is located near a port and abandoned villages, where you can find useful items. Also, check out Azure Coast—it’s quite popular among players due to the many perks. There are 14 extraction points that can be unlocked on this map.
Let’s look at some popular extraction points:
Path to the Lighthouse
Located in the upper-left part of the map. Once you enter the extraction zone, a timer will appear showing your departure time. You don’t have to stand at the top of the hill waiting to be killed—it’s advised not to do that. Just hide or stand somewhere out of sight and wait until the timer runs out.
Tunnel
Located in the lower-left part of the map. You don’t need to enter the tunnel; just stand near it until the timer appears.
Railway Bridge
You’ll find it to the east of the main port entrance. It’s best to reach it by going down the river. This point is only for PMC players and is highly popular, so be cautious when you find it.
Streets of Tarkov
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One of the relatively new maps added to the game. It’s different from others because, instead of fighting in a forest-steppe area, you’re fighting in a city. Let’s break down how to extract from here.
Crash Site
Located in the southwest. Focus on the bottom-left corner of the map. It’s easy to find, but you can easily die inside. This point is only for PMC.
Entrance to Catacombs
Located near the Sewer River. It’s a hidden spot inside a building behind the Sewer River. This location is not very popular among players, but there’s only one way to reach it, so some PMC players may be waiting for you there. It’s only for Scavs.
Pinewood Basement
This point is suitable for all players. To reach it, head towards Pinewood Hotel. You can also find some useful items in the hotel itself. All you need to do is find the keys.
The Labyrinth
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The Labyrinth is a new event map added in March 2025. It’s not only rich in terms of rooms but also in the items you can find there. However, unfortunately, it’s very difficult to escape from it. So far, players have discovered only 2 exits from it.
Ariadne’s Path
Located in the lower-left corner of the map. To use this exit, you need to find a key.
The Way Up
Located in the eastern part of the tunnel. It’s only open during the first 15 minutes of the raid.
The Lab
Our next stop is the secret TerraGroup facility located right beneath the streets of Tarkov. There are 8 extraction points in total on this map. Let’s take a look at the most convenient ways to escape from here.
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Cargo Elevator
To open this exit, you need to restore the electricity in G1. It can be found on the second floor, across from room G21.
Medical Block Elevator
Here, you’ll also need to restore electricity, but in room R4. The elevator is located in the corridor between rooms R6 and R8.
Ventilation Shaft
Located in the basement near room G7.
Woods
One of the oldest locations in the game and the last one on our list. Despite the fact that this location has been thoroughly explored by players long ago, let’s take a look at its exits.
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The Boat
Focus on the right shore of the lake. The old wooden pier will serve as a landmark. This point is for Scavs.
Dead Man’s Place
Located 10 meters from The Boat. This one is also for Scavs.
Outskirts
This exit is near the lake but much farther to the right and higher. It’s an open area, so be careful when the timer starts. This point is for all players.
Escape from Tarkov is an interesting but challenging game that requires endurance and patience. We hope you enjoyed our guide and learned something new from it. What extraction point do you use? Share with us in the comments!
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