Plan on about 4 h 56 min of driving for the 184-mile (296 km) trip from Itabuna to Trancoso, before any stops.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: informal housing developments (favelas, vilas, comunidades or conglomerados).
Full advisory: Brazil. Advisory issued: Brazil August 31, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Brazil: “Use caution when walking or driving at night.”
| Distance by road | 184 mi (296 km) |
|---|---|
| Drive time without stops | 4 h 56 min |
| Main roads, in order | BR-101 → BR-367 → BA-001 → BA-987 |
| States on the route | Bahia |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 7.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
On the road from Itabuna to Trancoso
BR-101 (129 mi) and BA-001 (26 mi) carry about 84% of the 184 miles. None of the 3 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Which roads connect Itabuna and Trancoso
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–3 | 3 | Bahia |
| BR-101 | 3–132 | 129 | Bahia |
| connecting roads | 132–134 | 2 | Bahia |
| BR-367 | 134–153 | 19 | Bahia |
| connecting roads | 153–154 | 1 | Bahia |
| BA-001 | 154–180 | 26 | Bahia |
| BA-987 | 180–184 | 4 | Bahia |
Where to stop on the way to Trancoso
Serra das Lontras National Park
In Bahia, Serra das Lontras National Park protects a rugged stretch of Atlantic Forest with a wide range of birds, several of them threatened with extinction.
Pau Brasil National Park
Pau Brasil National Park, in the Brazilian state of Bahia, preserves a remnant of the Atlantic Forest biome.
Reservas de Mata Atlântica da Costa do Descobrimento
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, the Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves in Bahia and Espírito Santo protect well-preserved remnants of the Atlantic Forest.
More drives to Trancoso
- Aracruz to Trancoso
- Guarapari to Trancoso
- Campos dos Goytacazes to Trancoso
- Muriaé to Trancoso
- Macaé to Trancoso
- Rio das Ostras to Trancoso
From Itabuna to other places in Brazil
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Itabuna to Trancoso?
About 4 h 56 min of driving without stops, over 184 miles.
What is the driving distance from Itabuna to Trancoso?
About 184 miles (296 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 Itabuna to Trancoso drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Itabuna to Trancoso?
In order: BR-101, BR-367, BA-001 and BA-987. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Itabuna to Trancoso?
Closest to the road: Serra das Lontras National Park (national park, mile 29, 3 mi from the route); Pau Brasil National Park (national park, mile 158, 5 mi from the route); Reservas de Mata Atlântica da Costa do Descobrimento (protected area, mile 168, 6 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.