Mbandaka to Lisala by bus
Lisala lies 431 km (268 mi) north-east of Mbandaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 526 km (327 mi) of road.
| Mbandaka | Lisala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 455,011 | 117,464 |
| Elevation | 315 m (1,033 ft) | 418 m (1,371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Where to book buses from Mbandaka to Lisala
We take no bookings for these providers and hold no reservation with them. The provider you choose handles payment, confirmation, changes and refunds. How that works.
Staying in Lisala
Live rooms and prices for Lisala are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Lisala
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Lisala from Mbandaka?
431 km (268 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Mbandaka; by road roughly 526 km (327 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbandaka to Lisala by bus?
About 7 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbandaka and Lisala?
No, both are on Africa/Kinshasa at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.