Bakwa to Lisala by bus
Lisala lies 689 km (428 mi) west of Bakwa, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 840 km (522 mi) of road.
| Bakwa | Lisala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 100,575 | 117,464 |
| Elevation | 666 m (2,185 ft) | 418 m (1,371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Lisala are 1 h behind Bakwa right now, so a 12 h 36 min journey lands only 11 h 36 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Lisala from Bakwa?
689 km (428 mi) in a straight line, west of Bakwa; by road roughly 840 km (522 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bakwa to Lisala by bus?
About 12 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bakwa and Lisala?
Lisala is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
Where these facts come from
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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.