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Jardineira Tour
In this jardineira tour of Ouro Preto, we'll embark on a panoramic tour, allowing you to take in the city's primary attractions from a unique perspective.
4 h 30 min
from US$ 19
Road trip
Driving from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto
Short answer
From Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto it is about 430 km and 6 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 238 and tolls about R$ 75: in total, about R$ 313 one way (R$ 627 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 20, 2026
Distance
430 km
Average time
6 h
Fuel
R$ 238
Tolls
R$ 75
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 313 · R$ 627 round trip
+ accommodation in Ouro Preto: average nightly rate of about R$ 527. 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).
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Ouro Preto
Where to stay
Hotels in Ouro Preto
With 6 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Ouro Preto is around R$ 527. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
Torn between Ouro Preto and another destination?
Before you set out, see Ouro Preto side by side with other destinations competing for the same trip: weather, driving cost, ideal days and profile.
see all comparisons →To choose your dates, see Ouro Preto in September: it is when the rain almost disappears and the steep streets are less crowded.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the trip to Ouro Preto
How much does it cost to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto?
From Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto it is about 430 km and 6 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 238 and tolls about R$ 75: in total, about R$ 313 one way (R$ 627 round trip).
How long does the drive from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto take?
It takes roughly 6 h by car to cover the 430 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 Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Preto?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 75 in tolls each way. The amount can vary with the vehicle category and with rate adjustments by the toll road operators.