Morocco Transportation Guide: Getting Around by Bus, Train, Car & Taxi
Hassan Ait Baha · 11 min · Practical Guides
Every way to get around Morocco — trains, buses, taxis, car hire and flights, with routes, costs and the best option for each region.
Getting around Morocco is straightforward once you know the options — and the right choice depends on where you're going. This guide covers trains, buses, taxis, car hire and flights, with routes, costs and the best option for each region.
Trains
ONCF runs a comfortable, cheap and reliable network linking Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Meknes and Tangier, plus Casablanca airport. The Al Boraq high-speed train connects Tangier to Casablanca in 2 hours. Buy tickets at stations or online. First class (with reserved seats) is worth the small premium. No trains reach the desert or the southern coast.
Buses
CTM and Supratours are the reliable long-distance operators — comfortable, air-conditioned, with reserved seats and luggage holds. They cover almost every town, including the desert route to Merzouga and the coast to Essaouira and Agadir. Book ahead in peak season. Local buses exist but are slower and less comfortable.
Taxis
- Petit taxis — city taxis, cheap, metered (insist on the meter or agree the price), shared
- Grand taxis — inter-town Mercedes sedans, fixed prices, fill up (6 passengers) before leaving
- Private transfers — pre-booked, door-to-door, best for airports and long routes
Car Hire
A great option for the Atlas, desert and coast, giving total flexibility. Roads are generally good; mountain and desert roads need care (unlit at night, livestock, switchbacks). Avoid driving in medinas (impossible — park outside and walk) and at night outside cities. An international driving permit is recommended. A private tour with a driver is the stress-free alternative.
Flights
Domestic flights are limited but useful for long hops: Royal Air Maroc and Air Arabia connect Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Fez, Ouarzazate, Dakhla and a few others. For most itineraries, trains, buses and private transport are better value. International flights arrive at Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, Fez, Tangier and Rabat.
The Best Transport by Region
- Marrakech–Fez–Rabat–Casablanca–Tangier → train
- To the Sahara (Merzouga, Zagora) → private tour, hired car, or CTM bus
- To Essaouira and the coast → private transfer, hired car, or CTM bus
- Around the Atlas → private tour or hired car (public transport is limited)
- Within cities → petit taxis and walking (medinas are car-free)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to get around Morocco?
A mix: trains between major cities (Marrakech, Fez, Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier) are comfortable and cheap; CTM/Supratours buses cover the rest; and a private tour or hired car is best for the Atlas, desert and coast where public transport is limited.
Are there trains in Morocco?
Yes — ONCF runs a good network linking Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Meknes, Tangier and (via Casablanca) the airport. The new Al Boraq high-speed train connects Tangier to Casablanca. Trains are comfortable, cheap and reliable. There is no train to the desert or coast south of Casablanca.
Should I hire a car in Morocco?
It's a great option for the Atlas, desert and coast, giving total flexibility. Roads are generally good; mountain and desert roads need care. Avoid driving in medinas (impossible) and at night outside cities. A private tour with a driver is a stress-free alternative.
How do taxis work in Morocco?
City petit taxis are cheap, metered and shared (up to 6 passengers) — insist on the meter or agree the price. Grand taxis (usually Mercedes) do inter-town routes on fixed prices and fill up before leaving. For airport and long transfers, book a private transfer or tour.
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