Caxias to São Luís by bus
São Luís lies 279 km (174 mi) north of Caxias, 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.
| Caxias | São Luís | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 163,546 | 917,237 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Fortaleza) | UTC-3 (America/Fortaleza) |
| Postal codes | 65600-000 | 65000-000 |
Where to book buses from Caxias to São Luís
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Staying in São Luís
Our booking partner lists 277 places to stay in São Luís. Of the 117 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (63), and 2 are five-star. Across 66 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 86,920 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is São Luís from Caxias?
279 km (174 mi) in a straight line, north of Caxias; by road roughly 341 km (212 mi).
How long does it take to get from Caxias to São Luís 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 Caxias and São Luís?
No, both are on America/Fortaleza at the moment.
Where can I stay in São Luís?
Our booking partner lists 277 places to stay in São Luís, 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.