São Luís to Caxias by bus
Caxias lies 279 km (174 mi) south of São Luís, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 341 km (212 mi) of road.
| São Luís | Caxias | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 917,237 | 163,546 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 83 m (272 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Fortaleza) | UTC-3 (America/Fortaleza) |
| Postal codes | 65000-000 | 65600-000 |
Where to book buses from São Luís to Caxias
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Staying in Caxias
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Common questions
How far is Caxias from São Luís?
279 km (174 mi) in a straight line, south of São Luís; by road roughly 341 km (212 mi).
How long does it take to get from São Luís to Caxias by bus?
About 5 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between São Luís and Caxias?
No, both are on America/Fortaleza at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.