Minsk to Dzerzhinsk by train
Dzerzhinsk lies 1,042 km (647 mi) east of Minsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 59 min at the speeds typical of Belarus and Russia rail, over roughly 1,271 km (790 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Minsk | Dzerzhinsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belarus | Russia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 233,126 |
| Elevation | 222 m (728 ft) | 108 m (354 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Minsk) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | Minsk Pasažyrski railway station, Minsk-Pawdnyovy, Instytut Kul′tury | Dzerzhinsk railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Dzerzhinsk
Crossing from Belarus into Russia: money changes from the Belarusian ruble to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
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Common questions
How far is Dzerzhinsk from Minsk?
1,042 km (647 mi) in a straight line, east of Minsk; by road roughly 1,271 km (790 mi).
How long does it take to get from Minsk to Dzerzhinsk by train?
About 14 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Minsk and Dzerzhinsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Dzerzhinsk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.