Lubumbashi to Kikwit by train
Kikwit lies 1,204 km (748 mi) north-west of Lubumbashi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 17 h 18 min at the speeds typical of Democratic Republic of the Congo rail, over roughly 1,469 km (913 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lubumbashi | Kikwit | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 2.2 million | 509,367 |
| Elevation | 1,260 m (4,134 ft) | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lubumbashi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Kinshasa) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Clocks in Kikwit are 1 h behind Lubumbashi right now, so a 17 h 18 min journey lands only 16 h 18 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Kikwit from Lubumbashi?
1,204 km (748 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lubumbashi; by road roughly 1,469 km (913 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lubumbashi to Kikwit by train?
About 17 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lubumbashi and Kikwit?
Kikwit is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Kinshasa against Africa/Lubumbashi).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.