- Must visit
Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War
Belarus’s flagship war museum with extensive Second World War exhibitions, multimedia displays, and strong historical context.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vilnius to Minsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Minsk will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 16 buses that leave Vilnius for Minsk on Fri, Jun 05, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Minsk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -2h -51m sooner (4h 26m by bus vs 2h 35m by car) and save roughly $-2.74 (€-2.21) compared to fuel and tolls ($63 (€51) vs $61 (€49)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by TOKS, Ecolines, PolskiBus, Eurolines Lithuania, Intercars Europe.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Minsk buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:55 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 3:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport | 4h00 | 3:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h45 | 5:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 AM Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport | 4h25 | 5:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 5:45 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 AM Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport | 4h00 | 5:45 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-9271 | 6:40 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 11:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-9271 | 9:00 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 1:20 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 3:15 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport | 4h00 | 3:15 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-9271 | 12:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 4:50 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-9271 | 1:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 5:50 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-9271 | 3:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 5h00 | 8:00 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-1929 | 6:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h35 | 10:35 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 6h00 | 2:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport | 5h40 | 2:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vilnius to Minsk run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:43. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:43 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Minsk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Minsk trip today.
Belarus’s flagship war museum with extensive Second World War exhibitions, multimedia displays, and strong historical context.
The country’s principal fine arts museum, known for Belarusian, Russian, and European works in a grand central building.
A key museum for understanding Belarusian history, archaeology, ethnography, and state development through varied permanent collections.
The historic heart of Minsk with restored streets, churches, squares, and a pleasant atmosphere for walking and photos.
Minsk’s most picturesque historic quarter, known for colorful riverside buildings, pedestrian charm, and frequent social media appeal.
The city’s grand main avenue, lined with monumental Stalinist architecture, shops, metro stations, and major public buildings.
Crispy Belarusian potato pancakes, often served with sour cream or mushroom sauce. They are one of the most iconic everyday dishes in Minsk.
A rich pork gravy or stew traditionally eaten with thin pancakes for dipping. It is a classic festive Belarusian comfort dish.
Belarusian stuffed dumplings or potato patties, commonly filled with minced meat or mushrooms. They are strongly associated with local home cooking.
A well-known Minsk restaurant focused on Belarusian historical cuisine, with traditional interiors and local specialties such as draniki and machanka.
A popular casual Belarusian chain restaurant known for draniki, soups, and national dishes in a lively, approachable setting.
An established central Minsk restaurant and cafe with a polished atmosphere, broad European menu, and reliable service for a more upscale meal.
Generally affordable for tourists. Public transport and casual dining are cheap, while upscale hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tipping is not expected for cafes, but appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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