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National Art Museum of the Republic of Belarus
Belarus's principal art museum, with strong collections of national painting, icons, sculpture and decorative arts in a central setting.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£35
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£37
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
5 h 15 m
Buses on 08 Oct
2
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Šalčininkai to Minsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Šalčininkai to Minsk will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 2 buses from Šalčininkai to Minsk, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.




Buses from Šalčininkai to Minsk run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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The table below shows live departures for Šalčininkai to Minsk coaches for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:50 Šalčininkai | 5h15 | 21:05 Minsk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 8 October | |||||
![]() | 6:20 Šalčininkai | 5h15 | 11:35 Minsk | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Belarus's principal art museum, with strong collections of national painting, icons, sculpture and decorative arts in a central setting.
A modern museum on Belarusian wartime history, featuring large-scale exhibits, documents, vehicles and immersive multimedia displays.
An engaging city museum covering Minsk's development through archaeology, maps, everyday objects and changing urban life.
Minsk's grand central avenue is lined with monumental architecture, shops, metro stations and many of the city's key civic landmarks.
A restored riverside quarter of pastel houses, small courtyards and churches, ideal for an easy walk through historic Minsk.
Minsk's central square combines Soviet architecture, major institutions and transport links, making it a practical and visual starting point.
Potato pancakes, usually fried until crisp and served with sour cream. They are a staple of Belarusian home cooking and a signature national dish.
A rich soup with beetroot, cabbage, potatoes and usually beef or pork. It is widely eaten in Minsk and reflects regional East Slavic cooking.
A cold beet soup with kefir, cucumber, dill and egg, popular in warm weather. It is a classic summer dish across Belarus.
Historic-style restaurant serving Belarusian and regional dishes in an old-town setting. Suitable for a more atmospheric traditional dinner.
Traditional Belarusian restaurant known for potato dishes, hearty soups and rustic interiors. Good choice for a classic local meal in central Minsk.
Refined restaurant with Belarusian and European cooking, polished service and a calm interior. Good for a higher-end meal in Minsk.
Generally cheaper than many European capitals for hotels, meals and metro, though imported goods and upscale venues cost more.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated for good service if no service charge is added. Round up in cafés and taxis.
The most popular day trips by bus from Minsk are Brest, Grodno, Vitebsk, Mogilev and Homyel. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Minsk on Omio.

Brest is best known for the Brest Hero-Fortress and its position on the Belarus-Poland border. Broad Soviet-era streets, a restored centre and the evening lamplighter on Sovetskaya Street give the city a practical but distinctive character.

Grodno is a historic city on the Neman River, known for its layered Belarusian, Polish and Lithuanian heritage. Castles, baroque churches and a well-preserved old centre give it a calmer character than Minsk.
The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 247 km distance in 9h 5m.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 21:00.

Mogilev is a historic city on the Dnieper known for its Soviet-era avenues, churches and industrial past. It feels calm and provincial, with river views and a mix of imperial, religious and 20th-century architecture.

Homyel, on the Sozh River, is best known for the Rumyantsev-Paskevich Palace and Park Ensemble. Belarus’s second-largest city combines a practical industrial character with broad avenues, green riverfront spaces and a quieter pace than Minsk.
The earliest coach runs at 14:30, the last at 14:30.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Šalčininkai to Minsk by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Minsk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Šalčininkai to Minsk buses use the Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis to Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") station pair. Use this guide to compare Šalčininkai and Minsk bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis. ATMs are available at Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis.
Ticket office support is available at Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis.
Available at Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Šalcininkų, Autobusų stotis: Basic wheelchair access available.
Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") is 1 km from Minsk city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") has practical services for this route, including Taxis and Ticket Office.
Ticket office support is available at Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны").
Available at Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны"): Taxis.
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