Buenos Aires to São Paulo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Buenos Aires from São Paulo?

The distance from Buenos Aires to São Paulo is 1040.7 miles (1674.9 km) as the crow flies. São Paulo is located NE of Buenos Aires. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1359.4 miles, taking about 28h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 36min. Buenos Aires is in Argentina, while São Paulo is in Brazil.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Buenos Aires and São Paulo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.