Driving from Petrópolis to Duque de Caxias
Duque de Caxias lies 34 km (21 mi) south-west of Petrópolis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 31 min without stops, over roughly 42 km (26 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Petrópolis | Duque de Caxias | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 294,926 | 866,347 |
| Elevation | 819 m (2,687 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 25600-000 | 25000-000 |
Where to book car hire from Petrópolis to Duque de Caxias
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Staying in Duque de Caxias
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Duque de Caxias. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 2,180 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Duque de Caxias from Petrópolis?
34 km (21 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Petrópolis; by road roughly 42 km (26 mi).
How long does it take to get from Petrópolis to Duque de Caxias by car?
About 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Petrópolis and Duque de Caxias?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Duque de Caxias?
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Duque de Caxias, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.