Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba is about 84 road miles (135 km): roughly 2 h 16 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
- 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: “Driving on Brazil’s roads poses significant risks.”
| Distance | 84 mi (135 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 16 min |
| Main roads, in order | BR-383 → SP-060 → SPI 117/070 → SP-099 |
| States on the route | São Paulo |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 3.4 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
Driving Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba: the shape of the trip
SP-099 (45 mi) and SPI 117/070 (21 mi) carry about 79% of the 84 miles. None of the 3 stops below is right on the road, so plan each as a short side trip.
Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | São Paulo |
| BR-383 | 1–4 | 3 | São Paulo |
| SP-060 | 4–16 | 12 | São Paulo |
| SPI 117/070 | 16–37 | 21 | São Paulo |
| SP-099 | 37–82 | 45 | São Paulo |
| local roads | 82–84 | 2 | São Paulo |
Places worth a stop between Pindamonhangaba and Caraguatatuba
Museu Mazzaropi
On the grounds of Amácio Mazzaropi's former studio in Taubaté, a museum honors the comedian and filmmaker with photos, furniture, props and equipment his PAM Filmes used from 1950 to 1980.
Museu Monteiro Lobato
Taubaté's tribute to children's author Monteiro Lobato dates to 1958. The museum occupies the grounds known as the Sítio do Picapau Amarelo, with a historic main house and exhibitions.
Museu da Imigração Italiana de Quiririm "José Indiani"
In Quiririm, a district of Taubaté, the Italian Immigration Museum fills the brick Casa Indiani, built between 1897 and 1903 by a family from Cremona, with photos, furniture, machinery and a period classroom recalling immigrant life.
When you get to Caraguatatuba
Prainha (Caraguatatuba)
Prainha is a beach in Caraguatatuba between Martim de Sá and Pedra da Freira; a trail along the hillside leads to the Pedra do Jacaré rock.
Martim de Sá Beach
About 2.5 km from downtown Caraguatatuba, Martim de Sá Beach sits between Prainha to the south and Praia Brava to the north.
Brava Beach (Caraguatatuba)
Close to Martim de Sá in Caraguatatuba, Praia Brava sees few visitors because of its isolated access, and nudism is permitted on the beach.
More drives to Caraguatatuba
- Guarujá to Caraguatatuba
- São Paulo to Caraguatatuba
- Jundiaí to Caraguatatuba
- Sorocaba to Caraguatatuba
- Itu to Caraguatatuba
- Piracicaba to Caraguatatuba
From Pindamonhangaba to other places in Brazil
- Pindamonhangaba to Paranapiacaba
- Pindamonhangaba to Itanhaém
- Pindamonhangaba to Mogi Guaçu
- Pindamonhangaba to Botucatu
- Pindamonhangaba to Jaú
- Pindamonhangaba to Araxá
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba?
About 2 h 16 min of driving without stops, over 84 miles.
How far is Caraguatatuba from Pindamonhangaba by car?
About 84 miles (135 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 Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
What roads does the drive from Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba use?
In order: BR-383, SP-060, SPI 117/070 and SP-099. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
Where can you stop on the way from Pindamonhangaba to Caraguatatuba?
Closest to the road: Museu Mazzaropi (museum, mile 11, 2 mi from the route); Museu Monteiro Lobato (museum, mile 11, 1 mi from the route); Museu da Imigração Italiana de Quiririm "José Indiani" (museum, mile 16, 3 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.