Driving from Mwene to Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi lies 544 km (338 mi) south-east of Mwene, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 663 km (412 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Mwene | Lubumbashi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 295,683 | 2.2 million |
| Elevation | 908 m (2,979 ft) | 1,260 m (4,134 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
Where to book car hire from Mwene to Lubumbashi
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Staying in Lubumbashi
Our booking partner lists 28 places to stay in Lubumbashi. Of the 24 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (9), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 614 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lubumbashi from Mwene?
544 km (338 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Mwene; by road roughly 663 km (412 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mwene to Lubumbashi by car?
About 8 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mwene and Lubumbashi?
No, both are on Africa/Lubumbashi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lubumbashi?
Our booking partner lists 28 places to stay in Lubumbashi, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.