Driving from Rio de Janeiro to Belford Roxo
Belford Roxo lies 27 km (17 mi) north-west of Rio de Janeiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 25 min without stops, over roughly 33 km (21 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Rio de Janeiro | Belford Roxo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 6.7 million | 518,384 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 20000-000 | 26100-000 |
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Common questions
How far is Belford Roxo from Rio de Janeiro?
27 km (17 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rio de Janeiro; by road roughly 33 km (21 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Belford Roxo by car?
About 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Belford Roxo?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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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.