Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis is about 139 road miles (224 km): roughly 3 h 38 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.”
| Distance | 139 mi (224 km) |
|---|---|
| Time at the wheel, no stops | 3 h 38 min |
| Main roads, in order | BR-163 |
| States on the route | Mato Grosso |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.6 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 3 |
What the drive from Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis is like
BR-163 (130 mi) carries about 94% of the 139 miles. Of the 3 stops listed below, 3 are within a mile of the road.
Road-by-road breakdown: Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–6 | 6 | Mato Grosso |
| BR-163 | 6–136 | 130 | Mato Grosso |
| local roads | 136–139 | 3 | Mato Grosso |
Where to stop on the way to Rondonópolis
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Ponte de Ferro (mile 7), Zé Bolo Flô State Park (mile 7), Centro Cultural Paulo da Costa Ferreira (mile 95)
- Nature and outdoors: Zé Bolo Flô State Park (mile 7)
- Museums and history: Ponte de Ferro (mile 7), Centro Cultural Paulo da Costa Ferreira (mile 95)
Ponte de Ferro
A protected landmark in Cuiabá, the Ponte de Ferro was the first metal bridge over the Coxipó-Mirim River, commissioned in 1896 to link Cuiabá with the rest of the country.
Zé Bolo Flô State Park
Formerly the José Inácio da Silva State Park, Zé Bolo Flô State Park is a state park in Cuiabá, capital of Mato Grosso.
Centro Cultural Paulo da Costa Ferreira
A listed heritage property in Jaciara, Mato Grosso, the Centro Cultural Paulo da Costa Ferreira sits on highway MT-457 along the Estrada Parque Cachoeira da Fumaça.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis?
About 3 h 38 min of driving without stops, over 139 miles.
What is the driving distance from Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis?
About 139 miles (224 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 Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Where can you stop on the way from Várzea Grande to Rondonópolis?
Closest to the road: Ponte de Ferro (historic bridge, mile 7, 0.0 mi from the route); Zé Bolo Flô State Park (state park, mile 7, 0.4 mi from the route); Centro Cultural Paulo da Costa Ferreira (historic site, mile 95, 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.