Driving from Bunia to Kikwit
Kikwit lies 1,467 km (912 mi) south-west of Bunia, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 22 h 22 min without stops, over roughly 1,790 km (1,112 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bunia | Kikwit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 399,282 | 509,367 |
| Elevation | 1,265 m (4,150 ft) | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Kikwit are 1 h behind Bunia right now, so a 22 h 22 min journey lands only 21 h 22 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Kikwit from Bunia?
1,467 km (912 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bunia; by road roughly 1,790 km (1,112 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bunia to Kikwit by car?
About 22 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bunia and Kikwit?
Kikwit is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.