Driving from Kinshasa to Bukavu
Bukavu lies 1,515 km (942 mi) east of Kinshasa, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 23 h 7 min without stops, over roughly 1,849 km (1,149 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kinshasa | Bukavu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 16 million | 816,811 |
| Elevation | 281 m (922 ft) | 1,631 m (5,351 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
Clocks in Bukavu are 1 h ahead of Kinshasa right now, so a 23 h 7 min journey lands 24 h 7 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book car hire from Kinshasa to Bukavu
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Staying in Bukavu
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Bukavu. Of the 4 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bukavu from Kinshasa?
1,515 km (942 mi) in a straight line, east of Kinshasa; by road roughly 1,849 km (1,149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kinshasa to Bukavu by car?
About 23 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kinshasa and Bukavu?
Bukavu is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Lubumbashi against Africa/Kinshasa).
Where can I stay in Bukavu?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Bukavu, bookable on this site.
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.