Butembo to Lisala by bus
Lisala lies 893 km (555 mi) west of Butembo, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 1,089 km (677 mi) of road.
| Butembo | Lisala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 286,242 | 117,464 |
| Elevation | 1,736 m (5,696 ft) | 418 m (1,371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Lisala are 1 h behind Butembo right now, so a 16 h 16 min journey lands only 15 h 16 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Lisala from Butembo?
893 km (555 mi) in a straight line, west of Butembo; by road roughly 1,089 km (677 mi).
How long does it take to get from Butembo to Lisala by bus?
About 16 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Butembo 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.