Getting around
How to use Morocco’s trains, buses, grand and petit taxis, ride-hailing apps and rental cars, with prices in MAD.
Al Boraq at Tanger Ville. Photograph: NicholasNCE, CC BY-SA 4.0
All prices are approximate and may vary by season, location and operator.
ONCF runs Al Boraq, Africa’s only high-speed train, and a conventional network between the major cities. Between the big cities, the train is the most comfortable option.
Al Boraq runs Tangier to Casablanca in 2 hours 10 minutes at up to 320 km/h. It launched in 2018 and takes its name from the winged horse of Islamic tradition. First Class has power outlets and more legroom; Economy is like a European train. Book online at oncf-voyages.ma.
Book online
Luggage
Arrive early
| Route | Duration | Price | Frequency | Train |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casablanca - Marrakech | 2h 45min | from 100 MAD | Every 2 hours | Regular |
| Casablanca - Rabat | 1h | from 45 MAD | Every 30 min | Regular |
| Casablanca - Fes | 3h 30min | from 130 MAD | Every 2 hours | Regular |
| Casablanca - Tangier | 2h 10min | from 200 MAD | 7 daily | Al Boraq |
| Casablanca - Meknes | 2h 45min | from 100 MAD | Every 2 hours | Regular |
| Marrakech - Rabat | 3h 45min | from 130 MAD | Every 2 hours | Regular |
| Rabat - Fes | 2h 30min | from 100 MAD | Every 2 hours | Regular |
| Fes - Meknes | 45min | from 25 MAD | Frequent | Regular |
| Tangier - Kenitra | 1h 20min | from 120 MAD | 7 daily | Al Boraq |
| Casablanca - Oujda | 6h | from 200 MAD | 3-4 daily | Regular |
Prices are for 2nd class. 1st class is about 40-50% more. Book at oncf-voyages.ma or at station ticket offices. Students get 25% off with the ONCF Carte Jeune.
Buses go where trains do not: Essaouira, Chefchaouen, Ouarzazate and the Sahara. CTM and Supratours are the premium options; local companies run cheap rural routes.
Premium
Morocco's state-owned premium bus company. Reliable, air-conditioned coaches with fixed schedules and assigned seats. The most comfortable option for long-distance travel. Luggage is weighed and stored below.
Book: ctm.ma or at bus station ticket offices
| Route | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casablanca - Marrakech | from 80 MAD | 3h 30min |
| Marrakech - Essaouira | from 70 MAD | 2h 30min |
| Fes - Chefchaouen | from 75 MAD | 4h |
| Casablanca - Fes | from 100 MAD | 4h 30min |
| Marrakech - Ouarzazate | from 90 MAD | 4h |
Premium
Operated by ONCF (the railway company) as connecting bus services from train stations to cities not reached by rail. Equally comfortable as CTM. Coordinates schedules with train arrivals.
Book: oncf.ma or at train stations
| Route | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech - Essaouira | from 70 MAD | 2h 30min |
| Agadir - Essaouira | from 90 MAD | 3h |
| Marrakech - Ouarzazate | from 85 MAD | 4h |
| Nador - Fes | from 120 MAD | 5h |
| Tiznit - Agadir | from 40 MAD | 1h 30min |
Budget
Numerous private bus companies operate on all routes at lower prices. Less comfortable but much more frequent, especially on rural routes. Companies include SATAS, Trans Ghazala, and dozens of regional operators.
Book: At the bus station (gare routiere) only -- no online booking
| Route | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Any major city pair | 30-70% less than CTM | Similar or slightly longer |
Shared long-distance taxis, usually old Mercedes sedans seating 6 (3 in the back, 2 in the middle, 1 beside the driver). They leave from set stands when full and, after trains, are the fastest intercity option. Buy two seats if you want more room.
| Route | Price | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech - Essaouira | from 70 MAD/person | 2h 30min | Mercedes sedans, 6 passengers. Depart when full. |
| Fes - Chefchaouen | from 60 MAD/person | 3h 30min | Beautiful mountain route. Can buy extra seats for comfort. |
| Fes - Meknes | from 25 MAD/person | 1h | Very frequent. Depart from near the train station. |
| Marrakech - Atlas Mountains | from 40 MAD/person | 1h 30min | To Imlil or Ourika Valley. Shared taxis from medina. |
| Casablanca Airport - City | from 250 MAD (whole taxi) | 30min | Fixed price. Negotiate before departure. |
| Tangier - Chefchaouen | from 60 MAD/person | 2h 30min | Scenic route through Rif Mountains. |
Each city paints its petit taxis its own colour. These small cars stay within city limits, carry up to 3 passengers and should use the meter. Only walking is cheaper.
| City | Colour | Meter | Flag drop | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | Beige/Sand | Sometimes | 2.50 MAD | Insist on the meter. Short rides within the medina area should be from 10 MAD. |
| Casablanca | Red | Usually | 2.50 MAD | Largest city, meters are more common. Night supplement of 50% after 8 PM. |
| Fes | Red | Sometimes | 2.50 MAD | Taxis cannot enter the medina. They drop you at the gates (Bab). |
| Rabat | Blue | Usually | 2.50 MAD | Most regulated taxis in Morocco. Meters are standard. |
| Tangier | Light Blue | Sometimes | 2.50 MAD | Negotiate before getting in if driver refuses the meter. |
| Essaouira | Blue | Rarely | - | Compact city: most rides are from 10 MAD flat. Walking is usually easier. |
| Agadir | Orange | Usually | 2.50 MAD | Modern city, meters are common. 50% night supplement. |
| Chefchaouen | Blue/Green | Rarely | - | Very small town. Most rides 10 MAD. You can walk everywhere. |
Uber does not operate in Morocco. These apps are useful for airport runs and for skipping taxi haggling.
The most popular ride-hailing app in Morocco. Works differently from Uber: you propose a price and drivers accept or counter-offer. Generally 20-40% cheaper than petit taxis.
A Dubai-based ride-hailing service (now owned by Uber). Fixed pricing, no negotiation needed. More expensive than inDrive but more predictable.
A French ride-hailing app gaining popularity in Morocco. Works similarly to Uber with fixed pricing. Growing but not yet available everywhere.
A car makes most sense for the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara and coastal drives. Average price: from 200 MAD/day for economy, from 500 MAD/day for SUV.
Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Budget, Local companies (often cheaper).
