How to Get Around Morocco: Transport Options and Prices

Most travelers combine several types of transport. Use trains between the big cities, buses where the railway does not go, and taxis for the last stretch. This table shows what to take for each kind of trip.

Prices are in Moroccan dirhams (MAD), per person unless stated. Figures without “about” were checked against official sources. Figures with “about” are estimates, because ONCF and CTM fares change by date, class and how early you book. See how these prices were checked.

Journey times and prices for the routes travelers ask about most. Where we have a full route guide, the route name links to it. Airport transfers are covered in their own section below.

The national railway, ONCF, is the most comfortable and reliable way to travel between Morocco’s main cities. It links Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, Fes, Meknes, Tangier and Oujda, and there are two classes of seat.

Regular ONCF trains

Conventional trains cover most routes south and east of Casablanca. Casablanca to Marrakech takes about 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes with frequent departures. First class costs roughly 40–70% more than second class and gives you a reserved seat. It is a good upgrade on long days such as Marrakech to Fes, which takes around 6.5 to 7 hours.

Al Boraq high-speed train

Al Boraq is ONCF’s high-speed service between Tangier and Casablanca. Rabat to Tangier takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and Kenitra to Tangier about 50 minutes.

Route

Tangier – Casablanca

Stops

Tangier Ville, Kenitra, Rabat Agdal, Casa Voyageurs

Journey

About 2h 10m end to end

Fare

From about 150 MAD (2nd class)

Al Boraq does not go to Marrakech or Fes. For those cities you change to a conventional train, usually at Casablanca. A high-speed extension towards Marrakech is under construction, with completion expected around 2029, but it is not running yet. Works on the line have also changed some conventional timetables and closed a few Casablanca stations, so always check the timetable for your date.

Booking tip: Buy tickets on oncf.ma, in the ONCF app or at the station. Booking early usually gives a lower fare, and trains fill up on Fridays, Sundays, holidays and in July and August. If your foreign card is rejected online, try the app, another card or the station counter.

Buses reach the places trains do not, including Essaouira, Chefchaouen, Agadir and Ouarzazate. Two companies suit most travelers. CTM is the main intercity operator, and Supratours is run by the railway company.

On popular routes such as Marrakech–Essaouira, Fes–Chefchaouen and Tangier–Chefchaouen, book CTM 2–3 days ahead, and 3–5 days ahead around Eid or in summer. You can also compare operators and buy tickets on marKoub.ma.

Chefchaouen tip: The bus station sits below the old town and the walk up is steep. Take a petit taxi if you have luggage.

For more details see our full guide about Morocco Train & Bus Travel Guide : Routes, Prices & Tickets.

Morocco has two kinds of licensed taxi. They do different jobs and are priced differently, so it helps to know which one you need.

Watch out: Drivers may assume tourists want the whole grand taxi, which costs much more than one seat. Say “une place” and confirm the price before you get in. Early morning is when shared taxis fill fastest.

For city-by-city detail, see our petit taxi prices and the Morocco taxi fares guide.

Is there Uber in Morocco?

Yes. As of September 2026, Uber operates in Morocco. It returned in November 2025, after leaving in 2018, working with licensed tourist-transport operators. It started in Casablanca and Marrakech, has since covered Rabat, and reached Agadir and Tangier in July 2026. It works for rides inside a city and cannot be used for intercity trips. Supply varies by city and time of day, so open the app to check. Older websites saying Uber does not operate in Morocco are out of date.

BlaBlaCar launched long-distance carpooling in Morocco in late June 2026. It is new, so treat it as a bonus option and not your only plan.

For more details see our full guide about ride apps in Morocco.

Casablanca and Rabat–Salé both have modern tram networks, and most larger cities run local buses. Both are much cheaper than a taxi for longer rides across town. Marrakech and Tangier also have hop-on sightseeing buses that you can book online.

Watch out: Ignore offers inside the terminal. Use the official taxi rank, the bus or train, or a transfer you booked in advance. Agree the price before your bags go in the car, and expect fares to rise by about 50% after dark.

Royal Air Maroc (based in Casablanca), Air Arabia Maroc and Ryanair fly between Moroccan cities. Ryanair started domestic routes in March 2024. Flights are worth considering on long routes with no train, such as Casablanca to Dakhla, Errachidia, Guelmim or Ouarzazate.

Between cities linked by train, flights rarely save much time once you add airport transfers and check-in. Cheap fares often exclude checked baggage, so compare the full price with a bag. Prices vary widely by route and date, so check the airlines directly.

A rental car helps on road trips through the Atlas Mountains and southern Morocco, or where public transport needs several changes. Main roads and motorways are in good condition. Rural and mountain roads can be narrow, with animals and pedestrians, so avoid driving after dark.

What driving costs

Many agencies hold a deposit on your credit card, so check the amount before you book. The included insurance usually leaves a large excess, which is the amount you pay if the car is damaged, so ask what a lower-excess option costs. Do not drive into the medinas, and on remote desert and mountain roads fill up whenever you pass a fuel station.

Hiring a private driver

A private driver suits families, groups, heavy luggage and long desert or mountain circuits. Before you agree a price, ask whether it includes pickup, tolls, parking, luggage and any planned stops.

For more details see our full guide about Car Rental Prices in Morocco.

• Check the station name

  Casablanca has Casa Voyageurs (most connections) and Casa Port (city center). Tangier Ville station is in the city, not at the Tanger Med ferry port.

• Book early for busy days

  Fridays, Sundays, Eid and July–August fill up. Al Boraq and popular CTM routes such as Marrakech–Essaouira and Fes–Chefchaouen sell out.

• Foreign card rejected?

  Try the ONCF app, a different card, or buy at the station. Some travelers report third-party booking sites charging far more than the station price.

• Carry small notes

  Taxis are cash only and drivers often say they cannot break large bills, so keep 10, 20 and 50 MAD notes. Bus station toilets usually charge, and buses charge about 5–15 MAD per large bag.

• Arrive early and bring a layer

  Get to the bus station about 30 minutes before departure. The air conditioning is strong.

• Confirm the price first

  Before any grand taxi or airport taxi, agree the fare and ask whether it is per seat or for the whole car.

• Travel by day in the mountains

  Night buses are cooler but have a higher accident rate on busy routes. Prefer daytime departures on mountain roads.

• Skip airport touts

  Ignore people who approach you inside terminals. Use the official taxi rank, the bus or train, or a transfer you booked in advance.