Smile GoThe metro
The Minsk metro is fast, cheap and the simplest way to cross the city, especially at rush hour. Trains run frequently from early morning to around midnight, and stations sit close to most sights. It's the go-to for longer, central journeys.
Buses, trolleybuses and trams
An extensive network of buses, trolleybuses and trams reaches the areas the metro doesn't. It's inexpensive and covers the whole city, though routes take some getting used to for first-time visitors.
Taxi apps — door to door
For door-to-door convenience, luggage, late nights or unfamiliar routes, a taxi app is the easiest option. With Smile Go you order in English, see the fixed price before you ride, follow the car on the map, and pay by card or cash. It's the most comfortable way to get from A to B without deciphering timetables.
When to use what
- Crossing the centre quickly: the metro.
- Reaching a specific address, with bags, or after dark: a taxi app.
- Short local hops on a budget: bus, trolleybus or tram.
Airport and payment
Arriving by air? See our Minsk airport taxi guide — the airport is about 40 km from the centre, and a taxi via the app is the fastest door-to-door option. In taxi apps, prices are in Belarusian roubles (BYN); you can pay by card, cash or cashless, and tipping isn't expected.