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KinduKolwezi

Kindu to Kolwezi by bus

Kolwezi lies 866 km (538 mi) south of Kindu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 15 h 47 min including stops, over roughly 1,056 km (656 mi) of road.

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KinduKolwezi
CountryDemocratic Republic of the CongoDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Population234,651790,248
Elevation464 m (1,522 ft)1,485 m (4,872 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi)UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi)

Where to book buses from Kindu to Kolwezi

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Staying in Kolwezi

Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2).

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Common questions

How far is Kolwezi from Kindu?

866 km (538 mi) in a straight line, south of Kindu; by road roughly 1,056 km (656 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kindu to Kolwezi by bus?

About 15 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kindu and Kolwezi?

No, both are on Africa/Lubumbashi at the moment.

Where can I stay in Kolwezi?

Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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  • OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
  • 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.