Kolwezi to Matadi by bus
Matadi lies 1,427 km (887 mi) west of Kolwezi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 25 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 1,741 km (1,082 mi) of road.
| Kolwezi | Matadi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 790,248 | 425,662 |
| Elevation | 1,485 m (4,872 ft) | 183 m (600 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Matadi are 1 h behind Kolwezi right now, so a 25 h 52 min journey lands only 24 h 52 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book buses from Kolwezi to Matadi
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Staying in Matadi
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Matadi. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 3 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Matadi
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Common questions
How far is Matadi from Kolwezi?
1,427 km (887 mi) in a straight line, west of Kolwezi; by road roughly 1,741 km (1,082 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kolwezi to Matadi by bus?
About 25 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kolwezi and Matadi?
Matadi is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
Where can I stay in Matadi?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Matadi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.