Petrozavodsk to Minsk by train
Minsk lies 963 km (598 mi) south-west of Petrozavodsk, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 51 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Belarus rail, over roughly 1,175 km (730 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Petrozavodsk | Minsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Belarus |
| Population | 279,190 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 73 m (240 ft) | 222 m (728 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Minsk) |
| Stations on record | Petrozavodsk railway station, Tomitsy, Golikovka railway station | Minsk Pasažyrski railway station, Minsk-Pawdnyovy, Instytut Kul′tury |
What changes when you arrive in Minsk
Crossing from Russia into Belarus: money changes from the Ruble to the Belarusian ruble (BYN); the dialling code becomes +375; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Where to book trains from Petrozavodsk to Minsk
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Staying in Minsk
Our booking partner lists 212 places to stay in Minsk. Of the 210 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (130), and 3 are five-star. Across 20 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 2,091 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Minsk from Petrozavodsk?
963 km (598 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Petrozavodsk; by road roughly 1,175 km (730 mi).
How long does it take to get from Petrozavodsk to Minsk by train?
About 13 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Petrozavodsk and Minsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Minsk?
The Belarusian ruble (BYN).
Where can I stay in Minsk?
Our booking partner lists 212 places to stay in Minsk, bookable on this site.
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.