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Monte Verde 4x4 Tour
On this 4x4 tour through Monte Verde, culture and nature combine as we get to know the Mantiqueira Mountains and its local traditions.
4 h
from US$ 467
Road trip
Driving from São Paulo to Monte Verde
Short answer
From São Paulo to Monte Verde it is about 165 km and 2 h 30 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 92 and tolls about R$ 7: in total, about R$ 99 one way (R$ 197 round trip).
Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$), with no conversion to another currency. Gas uses the reference price from the ANP, Brazil's National Petroleum Agency.
Sources: ANP (fuel) · OpenStreetMap (route) · updated on October 19, 2026
Distance
165 km
Average time
2 h 30 min
Fuel
R$ 92
Tolls
R$ 7
Calculate with your car
Total one way: R$ 99 · R$ 197 round trip
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With 2 h 30 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.
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Frequently asked questions about the trip to Monte Verde
How much does it cost to drive from São Paulo to Monte Verde?
From São Paulo to Monte Verde it is about 165 km and 2 h 30 min of driving. In a car that gets 11 km/L, with gas at R$ 6.10/L, fuel costs about R$ 92 and tolls about R$ 7: in total, about R$ 99 one way (R$ 197 round trip).
How long does the drive from São Paulo to Monte Verde take?
It takes roughly 2 h 30 min by car to cover the 165 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 Monte Verde?
Yes. The route adds up to about R$ 7 in tolls each way. The amount can vary with the vehicle category and with rate adjustments by the toll road operators.