Driving from Juiz de Fora to Petrópolis
Petrópolis lies 84 km (52 mi) south of Juiz de Fora, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 103 km (64 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Juiz de Fora | Petrópolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 540,756 | 294,926 |
| Elevation | 707 m (2,320 ft) | 819 m (2,687 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 36000-000 | 25600-000 |
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Common questions
How far is Petrópolis from Juiz de Fora?
84 km (52 mi) in a straight line, south of Juiz de Fora; by road roughly 103 km (64 mi).
How long does it take to get from Juiz de Fora to Petrópolis by car?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Juiz de Fora and Petrópolis?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo 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 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.