Kinshasa to Kolwezi by train
Kolwezi lies 1,325 km (823 mi) south-east of Kinshasa, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 19 h 3 min at the speeds typical of Democratic Republic of the Congo rail, over roughly 1,617 km (1,004 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kinshasa | Kolwezi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 16 million | 790,248 |
| Elevation | 281 m (922 ft) | 1,485 m (4,872 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
| Stations on record | Kinshasa East railway station | none listed |
Clocks in Kolwezi are 1 h ahead of Kinshasa right now, so a 19 h 3 min journey lands 20 h 3 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book trains from Kinshasa to Kolwezi
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Staying in Kolwezi
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2).
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Common questions
How far is Kolwezi from Kinshasa?
1,325 km (823 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Kinshasa; by road roughly 1,617 km (1,004 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kinshasa to Kolwezi by train?
About 19 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kinshasa and Kolwezi?
Kolwezi is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Lubumbashi against Africa/Kinshasa).
Where can I stay in Kolwezi?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Kolwezi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.