Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba is about 116 road miles (186 km): roughly 3 h 53 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: informal housing developments (favelas, vilas, comunidades or conglomerados).
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On the roads, the State Department says:
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| Distance by road | 116 mi (186 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 53 min |
| Main roads, in order | SP-060 → SP-171 → RJ-165 → BR-101 |
| States on the route | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 4.6 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
How the Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba drive plays out
SP-171 (44 mi) and SP-060 (28 mi) carry about 62% of the 116 miles. It runs through 2 states: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro. Of the 6 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba: the road sequence
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–1 | 1 | São Paulo |
| SP-060 | 1–29 | 28 | São Paulo |
| SP-171 | 29–73 | 44 | São Paulo |
| RJ-165 | 73–86 | 13 | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-101 | 86–112 | 26 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 112–116 | 4 | Rio de Janeiro |
- Mile 74 of this route: São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro (state line)
What to see on the way from Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 26), Museu Frei Galvão (mile 29), Jabaquara Beach (mile 88), Praia Grande (mile 93)
- Nature and outdoors: Jabaquara Beach (mile 88), Praia Grande (mile 93), Serra da Bocaina National Park (mile 103)
- Museums and history: Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 26), Museu Frei Galvão (mile 29)
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.
Museu Frei Galvão
In Guaratinguetá, São Paulo state, the Museu Frei Galvão operates as a municipal cultural institution backed by the city and a local friends' association.
Cairuçu Environmental Protection Area
In the south of Rio de Janeiro state, Cairuçu Environmental Protection Area safeguards a significant remnant of Brazil's Atlantic Forest.
Jabaquara Beach
Jabaquara Beach (Praia do Jabaquara) is the largest beach in central Paraty, within the municipality of Paraty.
Praia Grande
Praia Grande is a beach in Paraty with access to trails that lead to waterfalls in the surrounding area, making it a handy stop for a walk.
Serra da Bocaina National Park
Serra da Bocaina National Park is a Brazilian national park that straddles the border between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo states.
Once you reach Historic Village of Mambucaba
Praia do Laboratório
Praia do Laboratório is a beach in the municipality of Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro state, right next to the nuclear power plant.
More drives to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Guaratinguetá to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Caraguatatuba to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Pindamonhangaba to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Niterói to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- São José dos Campos to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba
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 is the drive from Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba?
About 3 h 53 min of driving without stops, over 116 miles.
How far is Historic Village of Mambucaba from Taubaté by car?
About 116 miles (186 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 Historic Village of Mambucaba?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba?
In order: SP-060, SP-171, RJ-165 and BR-101. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Taubaté and Historic Village of Mambucaba?
Closest to the road: Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (basilica, mile 26, 0.4 mi from the route); Museu Frei Galvão (museum, mile 29, 0.4 mi from the route); Praia Grande (beach, mile 93, 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.