Petrópolis to Teresópolis 3-Day Private Hiking Route
On this 3-day trekking route from Petrópolis to Teresópolis, we’ll cross Serra dos Órgãos and reach Pico do Sino, perfect for high-mountain hiking lovers.
3 days
from US$ 1,105
Road trip
Driving from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis
Short answer
From Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis it is about 68 km and 1 h 18 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.09/L, fuel costs about R$ 38 and tolls about R$ 21: in total, about R$ 59 one way (R$ 117 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
68 km
Average time
1 h 18 min
Fuel
R$ 38
Tolls
R$ 21
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 59 · R$ 117 round trip
+ accommodation in Petrópolis: average nightly rate of about R$ 303. 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 Petrópolis
Where to stay
Hotels in Petrópolis
With 1 h 18 min of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Petrópolis is around R$ 303. 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 Petrópolis
How much does it cost to drive from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis?
From Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis it is about 68 km and 1 h 18 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.09/L, fuel costs about R$ 38 and tolls about R$ 21: in total, about R$ 59 one way (R$ 117 round trip).
How long does the drive from Rio de Janeiro to Petrópolis take?
It takes roughly 1 h 18 min by car to cover the 68 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 Petrópolis?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 21 in tolls each way. The amount can vary with the vehicle category and with rate adjustments by the toll road operators.