Day trip from Recife to Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe lies 146 km (91 mi) west of Recife, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 146 km (91 mi) apart, Santa Cruz do Capibaribe is a realistic day trip from Recife: about 2 h 23 min each way by road.
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| Recife | Santa Cruz do Capibaribe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 1.7 million | 104,854 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 445 m (1,460 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Recife) | UTC-3 (America/Recife) |
| Postal codes | 50000-000 | 55190-000 |
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Common questions
How far is Santa Cruz do Capibaribe from Recife?
146 km (91 mi) in a straight line, west of Recife; by road roughly 178 km (111 mi).
How long does it take to get from Recife to Santa Cruz do Capibaribe by road?
About 2 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Recife and Santa Cruz do Capibaribe?
No, both are on America/Recife 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.