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Driving from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara

Short answer

From Fortaleza to Jericoacoara it is about 300 km and 5 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 169 and tolls about R$ 0: in total, about R$ 169 one way (R$ 338 round trip).

Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Most reviewed activity in JericoacoaraJericoacoara East Coast Off-Roading Tour: Paradise & Blue Lagoon★ 8.5 · 76 reviews · from US$ 14 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Distance
300 km
Average time
5 h
Fuel
R$ 169
Tolls
R$ 0
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 169 · R$ 338 round trip
+ accommodation in Jericoacoara: average nightly rate of about R$ 509. 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 Jericoacoara

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Jericoacoara East Coast Off-Roading Tour: Paradise & Blue Lagoon
8.5· 76 reviews

Jericoacoara East Coast Off-Roading Tour: Paradise & Blue Lagoon

On this tour around the east of Jericoacoara, you'll discover the sloth tree, Paradise Lagoon, and the Blue Lagoon. You'll see pristine beach landscapes!

7 h
from US$ 14
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Jericoacaora West Coast & Tatajuba Tour
8.6· 67 reviews

Jericoacaora West Coast & Tatajuba Tour

Pristine beaches, paradisiac mangroves, lagoons, and much more await you on this fantastic tour of the west coast of Jericoacoara and Tatajuba. Don't miss it!

6 h 30 min
from US$ 16
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Jericoacoara Beach Clubs Transfer
9.4· 21 reviews

Jericoacoara Beach Clubs Transfer

If you want to visit a beach club in Jericoacoara, this transfer is perfect. We can take you to The Alchymist Beach Club, Lagun Beach or Buraco Azul Caiçara.

6 h 30 min
from US$ 7
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Jericoacoara Private Buggy Tour
8.8· 21 reviews

Jericoacoara Private Buggy Tour

On this buggy tour of Jericoacoara we'll explore the dunes and beaches surrounding this Brazilian town on board these fun vehicles.

6 h
from US$ 99
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Jericoacoara Quad Tour
9.6· 15 reviews

Jericoacoara Quad Tour

On this quad tour through Jericoacoara, we'll discover amazing dune landscapes with hidden turquoise lagoons at full speed!

6 h
from US$ 89
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 Jericoacoara Private 4x4 Tour
8.7· 3 reviews

Jericoacoara Private 4x4 Tour

On this 4x4 tour we will enjoy the nature of Jericoacoara. You can decide whether to visit the east or west coast to admire the charms of this area.

6 h
from US$ 118
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Where to stay

Hotels in Jericoacoara

With 5 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Jericoacoara is around R$ 509. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.

Blue Residence Hotel in Jericoacoara 9.2 ★★★★★ · 11 reviews Blue Residence Hotel See on Booking → Rede Andrade Vila Jeri in Jericoacoara 8.8 · 1 review Rede Andrade Vila Jeri See on Booking → Rede Andrade Dunas in Jericoacoara 7.8 ★★★ · 4 reviews Rede Andrade Dunas See on Booking → My Blue Hotel in Jericoacoara 7.4 ★★★★ · 25 reviews My Blue Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about the trip to Jericoacoara

How much does it cost to drive from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara?

From Fortaleza to Jericoacoara it is about 300 km and 5 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 169 and tolls about R$ 0: in total, about R$ 169 one way (R$ 338 round trip).

How long does the drive from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara take?

It takes roughly 5 h by car to cover the 300 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 Fortaleza to Jericoacoara?

No. On the route considered on this page there are no tolls between Fortaleza and Jericoacoara.

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