Day trip from São José dos Campos to São João de Meriti
São João de Meriti lies 261 km (162 mi) east of São José dos Campos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 261 km (162 mi) apart, São João de Meriti is a realistic day trip from São José dos Campos: about 4 h 15 min each way by road.
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| São José dos Campos | São João de Meriti | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 727,078 | 466,536 |
| Elevation | 596 m (1,955 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Postal codes | 12200-000 | 25500-000 |
Where to book tours and tickets in São João de Meriti
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Staying in São João de Meriti
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in São João de Meriti. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 3,342 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is São João de Meriti from São José dos Campos?
261 km (162 mi) in a straight line, east of São José dos Campos; by road roughly 318 km (198 mi).
How long does it take to get from São José dos Campos to São João de Meriti by road?
About 4 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between São José dos Campos and São João de Meriti?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Where can I stay in São João de Meriti?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in São João de Meriti, bookable on this site.
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.