Town in Minas Gerais, Brazil
Getting around Ouro Preto
How to get around Ouro Preto
The centre is walkable but very hilly; use local buses or taxis for the upper areas and nearby Mariana. Belo Horizonte is the usual arrival point.
Ways to get around Ouro Preto
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus from Belo Horizonte | About R$50–90 | 2–2.5 h from the Rodoviária; frequent daily departures |
| Local bus / taxi | About R$4–6 bus; R$15–30 taxi | Taxis for steep hills at night |
| Mariana tourist train | About R$100–150 | Scenic 18 km ride to Mariana; check schedules |
Taxis in Ouro Preto
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Taxis are the dependable choice; ride apps are unreliable in the hills. Order ahead for early bus departures.
Arriving in Ouro Preto
Belo Horizonte (Confins) (CNF)
About 100 km: bus or shuttle to the BH Rodoviária then to Ouro Preto, total 3.5–4.5 h; private transfer about R$400–700.
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 Ouro Preto?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Taxis are the dependable choice; ride apps are unreliable in the hills. Order ahead for early bus departures.
What's the best way to get around Ouro Preto?
The centre is walkable but very hilly; use local buses or taxis for the upper areas and nearby Mariana. Belo Horizonte is the usual arrival point.
How do I get from the airport to Ouro Preto?
About 100 km: bus or shuttle to the BH Rodoviária then to Ouro Preto, total 3.5–4.5 h; private transfer about R$400–700.
Is Ouro Preto walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- LATAM Airlines
- GOL
- Azul
- ClickBus (intercity buses)
- Prefeitura de Ouro Preto
- UNESCO World Heritage: Historic Town of Ouro Preto
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