The decision was made by the Belarusian Railway in cooperation with Russian Railways to improve the quality of passenger service. High-speed communication between the capitals will become more convenient and accessible. The train will depart from Moscow at 12:00 and arrive in Minsk at 19:35. The first "Lastochka" will start from the Belarusian capital on 16 December at 10:00 and arrive in Moscow at 17:57. Trains will run daily.