Driving from Kolwezi to Gemena
Gemena lies 1,677 km (1,042 mi) north of Kolwezi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 25 h 34 min without stops, over roughly 2,045 km (1,271 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kolwezi | Gemena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 790,248 | 197,159 |
| Elevation | 1,485 m (4,872 ft) | 420 m (1,378 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
Clocks in Gemena are 1 h behind Kolwezi right now, so a 25 h 34 min journey lands only 24 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book car hire from Kolwezi to Gemena
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Staying in Gemena
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Common questions
How far is Gemena from Kolwezi?
1,677 km (1,042 mi) in a straight line, north of Kolwezi; by road roughly 2,045 km (1,271 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kolwezi to Gemena by car?
About 25 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kolwezi and Gemena?
Gemena is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
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.