How to get to Tiradentes

As there are no airports in Tiradentes, the best way to get there is by car. You can come to Tiradentes through different routes, the closest one being from the city of Belo Horizonte.

From Rio de Janeiro

For those who come by car from Rio de Janeiro, the road follows the BR040 for 270km, until arriving in Barbacena. From there, you will continue for another 53km on BR265 until the entrance of Tiradentes.

The road is well maintained and has great signage.

From Belo Horizonte

The nearest capital to Tiradentes is Belo Horizonte, which is 190 km away. Therefore, for those who come by plane the tip is to arrive by the Airport of Confins. From Belo Horizonte you can go by car to Tiradentes.

The most recommended way is to take the BR040 towards Rio de Janeiro, until arriving at Murtinho, which is 5 km after the municipality of Congonhas. Follow the road (double lane) passing through the municipalities of Entre Rios, Lagoa Dourada and São João del Rei until arriving in Tiradentes. (there are signs)

From São Paulo

For those who travel by car, the best way is to follow the Highway Fernão Dias (BR381) for 380km, until the entrance of the city of Lavras. From there, take the exit for BR265 and drive another 110km to Tiradentes.

From Vitoria

Take the BR-262 towards Belo Horizonte. Go to Rio Casca. Take the direction of Ouro Branco. You will pass by Ponte Nova and Mariana. After the intersection of Mariana walk another 5km until the intersection of Ouro Preto. In the neighborhood Saramenha, periphery of Ouro Preto, go to Ouro Branco, are 28 km. In Ouro Branco go towards the direction of Belo Horizonte. After 15 km you will be on BR-040. Take the direction of Rio de Janeiro. Walk another 2km and turn right at the junction for SJDRei, taking the BR -383. Until SJDRei are 100 km. To get to Tiradentes see above Starting from Belo Horizonte.