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Brasilia Panoramic Tour
On this panoramic tour of Brasília, we'll explore the center of Brazil's capital and discover the city's main areas. You'll love it!
2 h
from US$ 16
Road trip
Driving from Belo Horizonte to Brasília
Short answer
From Belo Horizonte to Brasília it is about 741 km and 9 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 418 and tolls about R$ 79: in total, about R$ 497 one way (R$ 993 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
741 km
Average time
9 h
Fuel
R$ 418
Tolls
R$ 79
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 497 · R$ 993 round trip
+ accommodation in Brasília: average nightly rate of about R$ 586. Book before you leave See hotels on Booking → Estimate covers fuel and tolls only, not parking, food or wear on the car. Distance and time calculated on OpenStreetMap; the gas price is a reference price (ANP).
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Hotels in Brasília
With 9 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Brasília is around R$ 586. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
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Frequently asked questions about the trip to Brasília
How much does it cost to drive from Belo Horizonte to Brasília?
From Belo Horizonte to Brasília it is about 741 km and 9 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 418 and tolls about R$ 79: in total, about R$ 497 one way (R$ 993 round trip).
How long does the drive from Belo Horizonte to Brasília take?
It takes roughly 9 h by car to cover the 741 km, not counting stops. On public holidays and high-season weekends, the time can increase considerably because of traffic leaving and arriving.
Are there tolls on the way from Belo Horizonte to Brasília?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 79 in tolls each way. The amount can vary with the vehicle category and with rate adjustments by the toll road operators.
Can you drive from Belo Horizonte to Brasília in one day?
You can, but it is about 9 h behind the wheel, not counting stops to refuel and eat. Drivers who prefer to take it easy split the trip into two days and spend the night in a city along the way.