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Iguazú Falls Argentine Side Tour
Explore the stunning Iguazú Falls on the Argentine side. Discover the most spectacular area of this natural wonder and enjoy the amazing views!
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Driving from Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu
Short answer
From Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu it is about 640 km and 8 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 355 and tolls about R$ 129: in total, about R$ 484 one way (R$ 968 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
640 km
Average time
8 h
Fuel
R$ 355
Tolls
R$ 129
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 484 · R$ 968 round trip
+ accommodation in Foz do Iguaçu: average nightly rate of about R$ 678. 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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With 8 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Foz do Iguaçu is around R$ 678. 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 Foz do Iguaçu
How much does it cost to drive from Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu?
From Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu it is about 640 km and 8 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 355 and tolls about R$ 129: in total, about R$ 484 one way (R$ 968 round trip).
How long does the drive from Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu take?
It takes roughly 8 h by car to cover the 640 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 Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 129 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 Curitiba to Foz do Iguaçu in one day?
You can, but it is about 8 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.