Driving from Rio de Janeiro to Uruguaiana
Uruguaiana lies 1,579 km (981 mi) south-west of Rio de Janeiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 24 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 1,927 km (1,197 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Rio de Janeiro | Uruguaiana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 6.7 million | 120,819 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 20000-000 | 97500-000 |
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Common questions
How far is Uruguaiana from Rio de Janeiro?
1,579 km (981 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Rio de Janeiro; by road roughly 1,927 km (1,197 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rio de Janeiro to Uruguaiana by car?
About 24 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Uruguaiana?
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.