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São José dos Pinhais Wine Tour
Want to discover the winemaking tradition of the state of Paraná? We'll follow the São José dos Pinhais wine route, of 4 wineries including wine tasting.
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Road trip
Driving from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba
Short answer
From Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba it is about 640 km and 8 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 361 and tolls about R$ 129: in total, about R$ 490 one way (R$ 979 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
640 km
Average time
8 h
Fuel
R$ 361
Tolls
R$ 129
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 490 · R$ 979 round trip
+ accommodation in Curitiba: average nightly rate of about R$ 212. 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 Curitiba
With 8 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Curitiba is around R$ 212. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.
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Frequently asked questions about the trip to Curitiba
How much does it cost to drive from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba?
From Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba it is about 640 km and 8 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 361 and tolls about R$ 129: in total, about R$ 490 one way (R$ 979 round trip).
How long does the drive from Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba 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 Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba?
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 Foz do Iguaçu to Curitiba 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.