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Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip
On this day trip to Ouro Preto and Mariana from Belo Horizonte we'll get to know its great artistic and religious heritage - a must!
10 h
from US$ 71
Road trip
Driving from São Paulo to Belo Horizonte
Short answer
From São Paulo to Belo Horizonte it is about 586 km and 7 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 330 and tolls about R$ 30: in total, about R$ 360 one way (R$ 721 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
586 km
Average time
7 h
Fuel
R$ 330
Tolls
R$ 30
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 360 · R$ 721 round trip
+ accommodation in Belo Horizonte: average nightly rate of about R$ 391. 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 Belo Horizonte
With 7 h of driving, it is a good idea to arrive with your hotel already booked: the average nightly rate in Belo Horizonte is around R$ 391. 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 Belo Horizonte
How much does it cost to drive from São Paulo to Belo Horizonte?
From São Paulo to Belo Horizonte it is about 586 km and 7 h of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.20/L, fuel costs about R$ 330 and tolls about R$ 30: in total, about R$ 360 one way (R$ 721 round trip).
How long does the drive from São Paulo to Belo Horizonte take?
It takes roughly 7 h by car to cover the 586 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 Belo Horizonte?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 30 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 Belo Horizonte in one day?
You can, but it is about 7 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.