Driving from Rio Grande to Santa Cruz do Sul
Santa Cruz do Sul lies 260 km (161 mi) north of Rio Grande, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 58 min without stops, over roughly 317 km (197 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Rio Grande | Santa Cruz do Sul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 198,935 | 138,270 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 69 m (226 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 96200-000 | 96800-000 |
Where to book car hire from Rio Grande to Santa Cruz do Sul
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Staying in Santa Cruz do Sul
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Common questions
How far is Santa Cruz do Sul from Rio Grande?
260 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north of Rio Grande; by road roughly 317 km (197 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rio Grande to Santa Cruz do Sul by car?
About 3 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rio Grande and Santa Cruz do Sul?
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
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.