- Must visit
Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War
The country’s flagship WWII museum, known for large-scale exhibits, military artifacts, and immersive displays on Belarus during the war.
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 30 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riga to Minsk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Minsk will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Riga to Minsk without transferring at least once.
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M-9271 · M-898Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Minsk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a bus costs an average of $81.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$90 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 28m Average total duration Fastest 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Kautra | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Minsk buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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· | 7:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 18h30 | 2:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 14h30 | 2:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 1 transfer | |
M-2335+ M-918A · M-9271 | 3:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h30 | 11:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 2 transfers | |
M-2335+ M-898 · M-9271 | 3:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h30 | 11:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 2 transfers | |
· | 6:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 9h15 | 3:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 1 transfer | |
· | 6:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 10h45 | 5:15 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 9h35 | 7:05 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Riga to Minsk run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Minsk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Minsk trip today.
The country’s flagship WWII museum, known for large-scale exhibits, military artifacts, and immersive displays on Belarus during the war.
The main fine arts museum in Minsk, with Belarusian, Russian, and European works ranging from icons to modern art.
A strong introduction to Belarusian history, culture, archaeology, and statehood, located centrally and easy to combine with other sights.
The historic center of Minsk, with churches, squares, restored facades, and one of the city’s best walking atmospheres.
A former industrial street turned creative area, known for murals, design spaces, and a trendier atmosphere popular with younger visitors.
A lively central street by the river, popular for evening walks and social media photos thanks to its urban atmosphere and historic surroundings.
Crispy Belarusian potato pancakes, often served with sour cream or mushroom sauce. They are one of the country’s most iconic comfort foods.
A rich traditional pork stew or sauce, commonly eaten with thin pancakes for dipping. It is a classic festive Belarusian dish.
Belarusian dumplings, usually filled with meat, mushrooms, or potatoes. They are a staple of home-style local cooking.
An established restaurant focused on old Belarusian and Litvin cuisine, known for traditional recipes and a more refined historic atmosphere.
A well-known casual Belarusian restaurant chain serving draniki, soups, dumplings, and other traditional dishes in a lively folk-style setting.
A respected traditional restaurant with rustic interiors and a strong Belarusian menu, popular for potato dishes, meat specialties, and local drinks.
Generally affordable for visitors, with low meal and coffee prices. International hotels cost more, but everyday dining and transport are inexpensive.
Service is often included only at higher-end venues. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated for good service. Round up taxi fares. Little or no tip is expected for cafes or counter service.
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