The Wayro route from Formosa, Brazil to Jataí is 373 miles (601 km), about 8 h 9 min of driving without stops.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: Brasilia's Satellite cities.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: informal housing developments (favelas, vilas, comunidades or conglomerados).
This route passes through or near an area the State Department rates Do Not Travel. Read the full advisory before you plan this drive: Brazil. Advisory issued: Brazil August 31, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Brazil: “Road maintenance is inadequate in many areas.”
| Distance | 373 mi (601 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 8 h 9 min |
| Main roads, in order | GO-116 → BR-020 → DF-003 → BR-060 → BR-153 |
| States on the route | Goiás, Distrito Federal |
| 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 Formosa to Jataí
BR-060 (287 mi) and BR-020 (37 mi) carry about 87% of the 373 miles. It runs through 2 states: Goiás, Distrito Federal. Of the 9 stops listed below, 6 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Formosa and Jataí
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| GO-116 | 0–3 | 3 | Goiás |
| BR-020 | 3–40 | 37 | Distrito Federal |
| DF-003 | 40–54 | 14 | Distrito Federal |
| BR-060 | 54–154 | 100 | Distrito Federal, Goiás |
| connecting roads | 154–155 | 1 | Goiás |
| BR-153 | 155–171 | 16 | Goiás |
| local roads | 171–181 | 10 | Goiás |
| BR-060 | 181–368 | 187 | Goiás |
| local roads | 368–373 | 5 | Goiás |
- Mile 3 of this route: Goiás → Distrito Federal (state line)
- Mile 80 of this route: Distrito Federal → Goiás (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Jataí
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Zoológico de Brasília (mile 53), Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga (mile 54), Museu de Armas da Polícia Civil do Distrito Federal (mile 62), Altamiro de Moura Pacheco State Park (mile 159), Museu Pedro Ludovico (mile 174), Teatro Goiânia (mile 174)
- Nature and outdoors: Brasília National Park (mile 46), Altamiro de Moura Pacheco State Park (mile 159)
- Museums and history: Museu Histórico e Artístico de Planaltina (mile 25), Memorial dos Povos Indígenas (mile 48), Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga (mile 54), Museu de Armas da Polícia Civil do Distrito Federal (mile 62), Museu Pedro Ludovico (mile 174)
- With kids: Zoológico de Brasília (mile 53)
Museu Histórico e Artístico de Planaltina
Built between the 19th and 20th centuries by Afonso Coelho da Silva Campos, this museum in Planaltina, Federal District, opened in 1974 and has been a national heritage site since 1987.
Brasília National Park
Also known as Água Mineral, Brasília National Park covers about 424 square kilometers spread across parts of the Federal District and the municipality of Padre Bernardo in Goiás.
Memorial dos Povos Indígenas
On Brasília's Eixo Monumental, between Memorial JK and Praça do Buriti, the Memorial dos Povos Indígenas is a museum, cultural center and research institution dedicated to Brazil's Indigenous cultures.
Zoológico de Brasília
Brasília's city zoo (Jardim Zoológico de Brasília), also called Zoo Brasília, is one of the attractions most visited by residents of the Federal District.
Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga
The Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga occupies the former Juscelino Kubitschek de Oliveira Hospital, the first built in the new Federal District, beside the BR-040 near Núcleo Bandeirante.
Museu de Armas da Polícia Civil do Distrito Federal
Belonging to the Federal District Civil Police, the Museu de Armas da Polícia Civil do Distrito Federal is a public cultural institution located in Riacho Fundo II.
Altamiro de Moura Pacheco State Park
Altamiro de Moura Pacheco State Park in Goiás protects dry forest beside a reservoir that supplies water to the state capital.
Museu Pedro Ludovico
Set in the former family home of Pedro Ludovico Teixeira, the founder of Goiânia, this museum opened in 1987 and tells the story of how the city was built.
Teatro Goiânia
Opened on July 14, 1942, Teatro Goiânia is a cultural venue in the capital of Goiás and part of the architectural ensemble of the city's original plan.
In Jataí itself
Holy Spirit Cathedral, Jataí
A symbol and monument of Jataí in the state of Goiás, the Holy Spirit Cathedral is a Catholic church that draws attention for its grandeur and modern architecture.
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From Formosa to other places in Brazil
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Formosa, Brazil to Jataí?
About 8 h 9 min of driving without stops, over 373 miles.
How far is Jataí from Formosa, Brazil by car?
About 373 miles (601 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.
Is it safe to drive from Formosa, Brazil to Jataí?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Parts of this route are in or near areas rated Level 4: Do Not Travel (Brazil: Brasilia's Satellite cities). Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Formosa to Jataí?
In order: GO-116, BR-020, DF-003, BR-060 and BR-153. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Formosa to Jataí?
Closest to the road: Museu Vivo da Memória Candanga (museum, mile 54, 0.2 mi from the route); Museu de Armas da Polícia Civil do Distrito Federal (museum, mile 62, 0.2 mi from the route); Teatro Goiânia (theater, mile 174, 0.2 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.