Driving from Rio Branco to Porto Velho
Porto Velho lies 449 km (279 mi) east of Rio Branco, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 51 min without stops, over roughly 548 km (341 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Rio Branco | Porto Velho | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 419,452 | 548,952 |
| Elevation | 153 m (502 ft) | 90 m (295 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Rio_Branco) | UTC-4 (America/Porto_Velho) |
| Postal codes | 69900-000–78275-000 | 78900-000 |
Clocks in Porto Velho are 1 h ahead of Rio Branco right now, so a 6 h 51 min journey lands 7 h 51 min later by the destination clock.
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Staying in Porto Velho
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Porto Velho. Of the 39 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27). Across 22 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 11,342 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Porto Velho from Rio Branco?
449 km (279 mi) in a straight line, east of Rio Branco; by road roughly 548 km (341 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rio Branco to Porto Velho by car?
About 6 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio Branco and Porto Velho?
Porto Velho is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Porto_Velho against America/Rio_Branco).
Where can I stay in Porto Velho?
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Porto Velho, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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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.