Lisala to Butembo by bus
Butembo lies 893 km (555 mi) east of Lisala, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 1,089 km (677 mi) of road.
| Lisala | Butembo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 117,464 | 286,242 |
| Elevation | 418 m (1,371 ft) | 1,736 m (5,696 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) |
Clocks in Butembo are 1 h ahead of Lisala right now, so a 16 h 16 min journey lands 17 h 16 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Butembo from Lisala?
893 km (555 mi) in a straight line, east of Lisala; by road roughly 1,089 km (677 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lisala to Butembo by bus?
About 16 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lisala and Butembo?
Butembo is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Lubumbashi against Africa/Kinshasa).
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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.