Cities Near Likasi
Cities near Likasi, CD: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kipushi, Lubumbashi, Kolwezi. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Likasi, CD is Kipushi, about 64 mi (103 km) away — roughly 1 hr 55 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kipushi | 64 mi / 103 km | 1 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lubumbashi | 69 mi / 110 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kolwezi | 88 mi / 142 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chililabombwe | 120 mi / 194 km | 2 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Chingola | 132 mi / 212 km | 3 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Mufulira | 148 mi / 239 km | 3 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Kalulushi | 158 mi / 254 km | 3 hr 40 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
| Kitwe | 160 mi / 258 km | 3 hr 44 min | 48 min | Weekend getaway |
| Luanshya | 187 mi / 301 km | 4 hr 5 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Ndola | 187 mi / 301 km | 4 hr 5 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Likasi
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kipushi, Lubumbashi, Kolwezi. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Likasi
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Chililabombwe, Chingola, Mufulira, Kalulushi, Kitwe. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Likasi include Kipushi, Lubumbashi, Kolwezi, Chililabombwe, Chingola. The closest is Kipushi, about 64 miles (103 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.