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Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip
On this boat trip around Arraial do Cabo you'll discover places such as the Ilha do Farol, Praia do Forno or the Blue Grotto.
4 h
from US$ 56
Road trip
Driving from São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo
Short answer
From São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo it is about 585 km and 7 h 30 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.09/L, fuel costs about R$ 324 and tolls about R$ 70: in total, about R$ 394 one way (R$ 788 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
585 km
Average time
7 h 30 min
Fuel
R$ 324
Tolls
R$ 70
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 394 · R$ 788 round trip
+ accommodation in Arraial do Cabo: average nightly rate of about R$ 351. 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 Arraial do Cabo
Where to stay
Hotels in Arraial do Cabo
With 7 h 30 min of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Arraial do Cabo is around R$ 351. 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 Arraial do Cabo and another destination?
Before you set out, see Arraial do Cabo side by side with other destinations competing for the same trip: weather, driving cost, ideal days and profile.
see all comparisons →Neighboring Cabo Frio is a good choice almost all year: see when to go to Cabo Frio, with the driest window between April and September.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the trip to Arraial do Cabo
How much does it cost to drive from São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo?
From São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo it is about 585 km and 7 h 30 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.09/L, fuel costs about R$ 324 and tolls about R$ 70: in total, about R$ 394 one way (R$ 788 round trip).
How long does the drive from São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo take?
It takes roughly 7 h 30 min by car to cover the 585 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 São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 70 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 São Paulo to Arraial do Cabo in one day?
You can, but it is about 7 h 30 min 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.