Likasi to Kikwit by bus
Kikwit lies 1,094 km (680 mi) north-west of Likasi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 19 h 53 min including stops, over roughly 1,335 km (829 mi) of road.
| Likasi | Kikwit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 635,768 | 509,367 |
| Elevation | 1,288 m (4,226 ft) | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Kikwit are 1 h behind Likasi right now, so a 19 h 53 min journey lands only 18 h 53 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Kikwit from Likasi?
1,094 km (680 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Likasi; by road roughly 1,335 km (829 mi).
How long does it take to get from Likasi to Kikwit by bus?
About 19 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Likasi and Kikwit?
Kikwit is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
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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.