Taubaté to Barra do Piraí is about 137 road miles (220 km): roughly 2 h 57 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: “Use caution when walking or driving at night.”
| Total distance | 137 mi (220 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 2 h 57 min |
| Main roads, in order | SP-060 → BR-116 → BR-393 |
| States on the route | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.5 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 4 |
On the road from Taubaté to Barra do Piraí
SP-060 (100 mi) and BR-393 (22 mi) carry about 89% of the 137 miles. It runs through 2 states: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro. Of the 4 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
Which roads connect Taubaté and Barra do Piraí
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | São Paulo |
| SP-060 | 1–101 | 100 | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-116 | 101–107 | 6 | Rio de Janeiro |
| connecting roads | 107–109 | 2 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 109–113 | 4 | Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-393 | 113–135 | 22 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 135–137 | 2 | Rio de Janeiro |
- Mile 70 of this route: São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro (state line)
Where to stop on the way to Barra do Piraí
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 26), Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (mile 26), Museu Histórico Pedagógico Conselheiro Rodrigues Alves (mile 30), Itatiaia National Park (mile 80)
- Nature and outdoors: Itatiaia National Park (mile 80)
- Museums and history: Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 26), Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (mile 26), Museu Histórico Pedagógico Conselheiro Rodrigues Alves (mile 30)
Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida
Brazil's National Shrine in Aparecida houses the image of Our Lady Aparecida that fishermen pulled from the Paraíba do Sul River in 1717. Work on the current basilica began in 1955, and Pope John Paul II consecrated it in 1980.
Our Lady of Aparecida Museum
Opened in 1956, the Museu Nossa Senhora Aparecida sits within the basilica complex in Aparecida. Its collection brings together regional objects, among them archaeological finds and religious items.
Museu Histórico Pedagógico Conselheiro Rodrigues Alves
In 1956, São Paulo state created a set of museums for presidents born in the state, among them this one in Guaratinguetá dedicated to Rodrigues Alves, Brazil's president from 1902 to 1906.
Itatiaia National Park
Created in 1937, Parque Nacional do Itatiaia holds the distinction of being Brazil's first national park. It sits on the border of two states, Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais.
Arriving in Barra do Piraí
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.
Fazenda São João da Prosperidade
Fazenda São João da Prosperidade is a historic rural estate in Barra do Piraí, Rio de Janeiro state, founded in the 19th century by Antônio Gonçalves de Morais.
More drives to Barra do Piraí
- Pindamonhangaba to Barra do Piraí
- São José dos Campos to Barra do Piraí
- Jacareí to Barra do Piraí
- São Paulo to Barra do Piraí
- Bragança Paulista to Barra do Piraí
- Jundiaí to Barra do Piraí
From Taubaté to other places in Brazil
- Taubaté to Jacareí
- Taubaté to Bragança Paulista
- Taubaté to Paranapiacaba
- Taubaté to Cubatão
- Taubaté to Itu
- Taubaté to Limeira
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Taubaté to Barra do Piraí?
About 2 h 57 min of driving without stops, over 137 miles.
What is the driving distance from Taubaté to Barra do Piraí?
About 137 miles (220 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 Taubaté to Barra do Piraí?
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 Taubaté to Barra do Piraí use?
In order: SP-060, BR-116 and BR-393. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Taubaté and Barra do Piraí?
Closest to the road: Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (basilica, mile 26, 0.4 mi from the route); Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (museum, mile 26, 0.4 mi from the route); Itatiaia National Park (national park, mile 80, 0.3 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.