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Kolwezi to Tshilenge by bus

Tshilenge lies 282 km (175 mi) west of Kolwezi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 344 km (214 mi) of road.

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CountryDemocratic Republic of the CongoDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Population790,248116,073
Elevation1,485 m (4,872 ft)1,145 m (3,757 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi)UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi)

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Common questions

How far is Tshilenge from Kolwezi?

282 km (175 mi) in a straight line, west of Kolwezi; by road roughly 344 km (214 mi).

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

About 5 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kolwezi and Tshilenge?

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

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.