Driving from Porto Alegre to São Caetano do Sul
São Caetano do Sul lies 850 km (528 mi) north-east of Porto Alegre, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h 58 min without stops, over roughly 1,037 km (645 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Porto Alegre | São Caetano do Sul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 1.5 million | 172,693 |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 770 m (2,526 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 90000-000 | 09500-000 |
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Common questions
How far is São Caetano do Sul from Porto Alegre?
850 km (528 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Porto Alegre; by road roughly 1,037 km (645 mi).
How long does it take to get from Porto Alegre to São Caetano do Sul by car?
About 12 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Porto Alegre and São Caetano do Sul?
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.