Caraguatatuba to Muriaé is about 373 road miles (600 km): roughly 9 h 17 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
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| Distance by road | 373 mi (600 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 9 h 17 min |
| Main roads, in order | SPI-065/099 → SP-070 → SP-060 → BR-116 → BR-393 |
| States on the route | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 14.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
On the road from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé
SP-060 (104 mi) and BR-393 (76 mi) carry about 48% of the 373 miles. It runs through 3 states: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais. Of the 9 stops listed below, 7 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–5 | 5 | São Paulo |
| SPI-065/099 | 5–50 | 45 | São Paulo |
| SP-070 | 50–68 | 18 | São Paulo |
| connecting roads | 68–71 | 3 | São Paulo |
| SP-060 | 71–175 | 104 | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-116 | 175–181 | 6 | Rio de Janeiro |
| connecting roads | 181–182 | 1 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 182–187 | 5 | Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-393 | 187–258 | 71 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 258–263 | 5 | Rio de Janeiro |
| connecting roads | 263–265 | 2 | Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-393 | 265–270 | 5 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 270–303 | 33 | Rio de Janeiro |
| connecting roads | 303–308 | 5 | Minas Gerais |
| BR-116 | 308–371 | 63 | Minas Gerais |
| local roads | 371–373 | 2 | Minas Gerais |
- Mile 144 of this route: São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro (state line)
- Mile 303 of this route: Rio de Janeiro → Minas Gerais (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Muriaé
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 100), Itatiaia National Park (mile 153), Santana Cathedral (mile 209), Museu Casa da Hera (mile 222), Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte (mile 237), St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (mile 335), Museu Espaço dos Anjos (mile 335)
- Nature and outdoors: Itatiaia National Park (mile 153), Serra da Concórdia State Park (mile 222)
- Museums and history: Museu Mazzaropi (mile 76), Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 100), Santana Cathedral (mile 209), Museu Casa da Hera (mile 222), Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte (mile 237), St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (mile 335), Museu Espaço dos Anjos (mile 335)
Museu Mazzaropi
On the grounds of comedian and filmmaker Amácio Mazzaropi's former studio in Taubaté, this museum displays more than 20,000 items, including photos, furniture, props and equipment his PAM Filmes used from 1950 to 1980.
Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida
Construction of the current basilica at Aparecida started in 1955, and Pope John Paul II consecrated it in 1980. As Brazil's National Shrine, it keeps the image of Our Lady Aparecida found by fishermen in 1717.
Itatiaia National Park
Straddling the line between Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais states, Itatiaia National Park dates to 1937, when it became the first national park Brazil ever created.
Santana Cathedral
Dedicated to St. Anne, this cathedral in Barra do Piraí is the seat of the Diocese of Barra do Piraí–Volta Redonda; Emperor Pedro II attended the laying of its cornerstone during a visit to the parish.
Serra da Concórdia State Park
Serra da Concórdia State Park (Parque Estadual da Serra da Concórdia) is a state park in Rio de Janeiro state that protects an area of Atlantic Forest.
Museu Casa da Hera
Also known as Chácara da Hera, this house museum in central Vassouras, Rio de Janeiro state, shows how a wealthy family lived at the height of the Paraíba Valley coffee boom.
Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte
Dating from the coffee era in Rio de Janeiro state's Paraíba Valley, Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte is a historic estate listed by the state heritage institute.
St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina
Seat of the Diocese of Leopoldina, St. Sebastian Cathedral is a Catholic parish church in Leopoldina, Minas Gerais.
Museu Espaço dos Anjos
Leopoldina's Museu Espaço dos Anjos occupies the house where poet Augusto dos Anjos lived, with a covered outdoor space that hosts music, theater and literary gatherings throughout the year.
More drives to Muriaé
- Teresópolis to Muriaé
- Petrópolis to Muriaé
- Rio de Janeiro to Muriaé
- Niterói to Muriaé
- Barra Mansa to Muriaé
- Itaguaí to Muriaé
From Caraguatatuba to other places in Brazil
- Caraguatatuba to Tatuí
- Caraguatatuba to Jaú
- Caraguatatuba to Araxá
- Caraguatatuba to Ituiutaba
- Caraguatatuba to Itumbiara
- Caraguatatuba to Penedo
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé?
About 9 h 17 min of driving without stops, over 373 miles.
What is the driving distance from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé?
About 373 miles (600 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
What does the U.S. travel advisory say about the Caraguatatuba to Muriaé drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé?
In order: SPI-065/099, SP-070, SP-060, BR-116 and BR-393. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Caraguatatuba to Muriaé?
Closest to the road: Itatiaia National Park (national park, mile 153, 0.4 mi from the route); Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte (historic estate, mile 237, 0.2 mi from the route); St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (cathedral, mile 335, 0.4 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.