Teresópolis to Teófilo Otoni is about 390 road miles (627 km): roughly 10 h 44 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 | 390 mi (627 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 10 h 44 min |
| Main roads, in order | BR-116 |
| States on the route | Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 15.6 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 6 |
What the drive from Teresópolis to Teófilo Otoni is like
BR-116 (380 mi) carries about 97% of the 390 miles. It runs through 2 states: Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais. Of the 6 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
The route from Teresópolis to Teófilo Otoni, road by road
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–4 | 4 | Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-116 | 4–231 | 227 | Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais |
| local roads | 231–235 | 4 | Minas Gerais |
| BR-116 | 235–388 | 153 | Minas Gerais |
| local roads | 388–390 | 2 | Minas Gerais |
- Mile 54 of this route: Rio de Janeiro → Minas Gerais (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Teresópolis and Teófilo Otoni
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (mile 85), Museu Espaço dos Anjos (mile 85), St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Caratinga (mile 232)
- Nature and outdoors: Araponga Municipal Nature Park (mile 15), Pedra das Flores Natural Monument (mile 22)
- Museums and history: St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (mile 85), Museu Espaço dos Anjos (mile 85), St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Caratinga (mile 232), St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral, Governador Valadares (mile 303)
Araponga Municipal Nature Park
Araponga Municipal Nature Park is a municipal nature park in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, a protected green area along the way.
Pedra das Flores Natural Monument
Pedra das Flores Natural Monument is a municipal natural monument, a protected area in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina
Seat of the Diocese of Leopoldina, St. Sebastian Cathedral is a Catholic parish church in Leopoldina, Minas Gerais.
Museu Espaço dos Anjos
Leopoldina's Museu Espaço dos Anjos occupies the house where poet Augusto dos Anjos lived, with a covered outdoor space that hosts music, theater and literary gatherings throughout the year.
St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Caratinga
Also called Caratinga Cathedral, St. John the Baptist Cathedral is a Catholic church in the town of Caratinga, in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.
St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral, Governador Valadares
St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral is the cathedral of the Catholic Diocese of Governador Valadares, in the city of the same name in Minas Gerais.
More drives to Teófilo Otoni
- Serra to Teófilo Otoni
- Cariacica to Teófilo Otoni
- Cachoeiro de Itapemirim to Teófilo Otoni
- Divinópolis to Teófilo Otoni
- Juiz de Fora to Teófilo Otoni
- Rio das Ostras to Teófilo Otoni
From Teresópolis to other places in Brazil
- Teresópolis to Itaguaí
- Teresópolis to Guaratinguetá
- Teresópolis to Bragança Paulista
- Teresópolis to Paranapiacaba
- Teresópolis to Cubatão
- Teresópolis to Itu
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Teresópolis to Teófilo Otoni?
About 10 h 44 min of driving without stops, over 390 miles.
How far is Teófilo Otoni from Teresópolis by car?
About 390 miles (627 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 Teresópolis to Teófilo Otoni drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
What are good stops between Teresópolis and Teófilo Otoni?
Closest to the road: St. Sebastian Cathedral, Leopoldina (cathedral, mile 85, 0.4 mi from the route); Museu Espaço dos Anjos (museum, mile 85, 0.4 mi from the route); St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Caratinga (cathedral, mile 232, 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.