Capital city in Federal District, Brazil
Getting around Brasília
How to get around Brasília
Designed for cars. Use Uber or 99 between districts; the metro serves the Asa Sul–Asa Norte axis and some satellite cities, but not the main sights.
Ways to get around Brasília
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Uber / 99 | About R$18–35 for 5 km | Cheap and the best way to reach the monuments |
| Metrô-DF | About R$5–7 | Runs from the Rodoviária to south and west satellite cities |
| City bus | About R$5–6 | Extensive but slow; tap a Brasília card |
Ride-hailing apps in Brasília
A 5 km ride costs about R$18–35 ($3.4–6.7).
- Taxis are available but expensive and rarely worth it. Sights like the Esplanada and Lake Paranoá are far apart.
Arriving in Brasília
Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International (BSB)
About 12 km: Uber or 99 about R$30–55, 20–30 min; bus 102 and a metro link reach the centre in around 40 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. A valid home licence plus an IDP is accepted for up to 180 days; carry both when driving.
- Onward travel in Brazil: Distances are huge: fly between regions with LATAM, GOL or Azul. Comfortable overnight buses link nearby states; there are almost no long-distance passenger trains.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Brasília?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, 99.
What's the best way to get around Brasília?
Designed for cars. Use Uber or 99 between districts; the metro serves the Asa Sul–Asa Norte axis and some satellite cities, but not the main sights.
How do I get from the airport to Brasília?
About 12 km: Uber or 99 about R$30–55, 20–30 min; bus 102 and a metro link reach the centre in around 40 min.
Is Brasília walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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