Driving from Aracaju to Petrolina
Petrolina lies 411 km (256 mi) north-west of Aracaju, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 502 km (312 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Aracaju | Petrolina | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 664,908 | 418,444 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 383 m (1,257 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Maceio) | UTC-3 (America/Recife) |
| Postal codes | 49000-000 | 56300-000 |
Where to book car hire from Aracaju to Petrolina
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Staying in Petrolina
Our booking partner lists 142 places to stay in Petrolina. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (34). Across 17 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 12,283 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Petrolina from Aracaju?
411 km (256 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Aracaju; by road roughly 502 km (312 mi).
How long does it take to get from Aracaju to Petrolina by car?
About 6 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aracaju and Petrolina?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Petrolina?
Our booking partner lists 142 places to stay in Petrolina, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.