Driving from Kikwit to Bunia
Bunia lies 1,467 km (912 mi) north-east of Kikwit, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 22 h 22 min without stops, over roughly 1,790 km (1,112 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kikwit | Bunia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 509,367 | 399,282 |
| Elevation | 466 m (1,529 ft) | 1,265 m (4,150 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
Clocks in Bunia are 1 h ahead of Kikwit right now, so a 22 h 22 min journey lands 23 h 22 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Bunia from Kikwit?
1,467 km (912 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kikwit; by road roughly 1,790 km (1,112 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kikwit to Bunia by car?
About 22 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kikwit and Bunia?
Bunia is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Lubumbashi against Africa/Kinshasa).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.