From Maceió to Porto de Galinhas it is about 217 km and 3 h 36 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 122 one way (R$ 245 round trip). Tolls are not included in this calculation: if the route has toll booths, confirm the amount with the toll road operator before you leave.
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Estimate covers fuel only, not tolls, parking, food or wear on the car. Distance and time calculated on OpenStreetMap; the gas price is a reference price (ANP).
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Porto de Galinhas
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Maragogi Beach Day Trip
Explore the Brazilian Caribbean and discover a slice of paradise on this Maragogi Beach Day Trip! We'll spend the day relaxing on this beautiful beach.
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On this day trip to Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches, you'll spend a day surrounded by nature and dreamlike scenery in one of Brazil's most beautiful spots.
With 3 h 36 min of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked. If you are driving, confirm that the hotel has parking before you book.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
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Frequently asked questions about the trip to Porto de Galinhas
How much does it cost to drive from Maceió to Porto de Galinhas?
From Maceió to Porto de Galinhas it is about 217 km and 3 h 36 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 122 one way (R$ 245 round trip). Tolls are not included in this calculation: if the route has toll booths, confirm the amount with the toll road operator before you leave.
How long does the drive from Maceió to Porto de Galinhas take?
It takes roughly 3 h 36 min by car to cover the 217 km, not counting stops. On public holidays and high-season weekends, the time can increase considerably because of traffic leaving and arriving.