Morocco is a captivating destination with diverse regions, each offering unique attractions. Traveling from Casablanca to Marrakech, a distance of approximately 245 kilometers (152 miles), presents an opportunity to experience the country's varied landscapes. The road distance is 241.2 km. While the direct car drive takes about three hours, taking a scenic route enhances the journey, especially with desert excursions.
Travel Options from Casablanca to Marrakech
There are several convenient ways to travel between Casablanca and Marrakech.
By Train
Most travelers opt for the ONCF train for a comfortable, reliable, and reasonably priced journey. The train journey typically takes around 2 hours and 40 minutes to 3 hours. There are eight trains a day and the journey time is 2 hours and 40 minutes - almost the same as a car.
Trains on the Casablanca to Marrakech route offer a smooth and scenic journey, thoughtfully designed for passenger comfort. Travelers can choose from different classes, including standard and first-class, making the trip suitable for a variety of budgets and travel styles.
Onboard, you'll enjoy clean and air-conditioned carriages with comfortable seating, ample legroom, and storage for your belongings. Wide windows provide views of Morocco’s changing landscapes - from coastal plains to arid countryside.
Read also: Morocco Time Information
If you choose to travel first class on the train, the advantage is that you can purchase your tickets in advance. The carriages are air-conditioned, the seats are allocated, and there is the chance to book window seats.
As well as being slightly more spacious, booking a first class window seat means that you get great views of the Moroccan countryside. First class tickets cost 120-150 dirham and are slightly cheaper on the mid-morning and evening train services.
Second class carriages have been recently refurbished and are now air conditioned, but seats are ‘first come, first seated’, so on busy journeys you may not have a seat for part of the journey.
The Al Atlas train, which runs from Casablanca to Marrakech, is a good option for travelers wanting something more.
Enhance your Morocco discovery taking Al Atlas high-speed train. Enjoy the utmost comfort and services adapted to your expectations. Al Atlas Trains serve Casablanca - Marrakech route, making it one of the most comfortable rides.
Read also: Surfing in Casablanca
Relax with wonderful onboard amenities, including an air-conditioning system, special luggage areas, power outlets, and comfortable seats. Fast speed guarantee your trip onboard the Al Atlas train will be unforgettable.
Besides, travelers can between two travel classes, which is a great opportunity to adjust the trip to your preferences.
After booking a ticket, you will be assigned to one of the seats. You can download the PDF of the tickets to print them or show on your electronic device when boarding a train.
Casablanca to Marrakech Train Details
- Departing from Casa Port Train Station
- Address: Boulevard de Fes, Casablanca 20250, Casablanca, Morocco
- Arriving at Marrakech Train Station
- Address: Centre Guéliz Gare ONCF Marrakech، 40100, Morocco
The price for your ticket will depend on your travel date (is it a weekend or a regular day), when are you buying your tickets (in advance or last-minute) and your travel class. Usually, the Economy Class Seat price starts from $34 per ticket, and from $40 per ticket for a First Class Seat.
Read also: Moroccan Cuisine: A Review of Casablanca
By Car
Driving from Marrakesh to Casablanca will take 2.5 hours without any stops along the way. Car rental is between $25-40 USD, or 80-160 dirham, daily, and many global brands such as Avis and Europcar have locations both at the airport and throughout the city. This is easiest and fastest option, if you like the flexibility of stopping en route, but in all honesty, this will be just to take a break from the road as there are few points of interest along the way.
Taxi or Bus
If you prefer not to drive yourself, it is possible to hire a private driver or a taxi driver and this can be done easily at your hotel reception or through a number of local service providers. CTM runs an hourly bus service between the two cities. The journey takes 3.5 hours and tickets cost 80-130 dirham.
By Plane
Another travel option is to take an internal fight. There are no real advantages of choosing this method- unless you really enjoy flying!
The average aerial distance from Casablanca to Marrakech is around 200 Km, making it easier to reach the destination in around 04:28 hours. Also, numerous flights operate between this route to offer seamless connectivity.
Fortunately, there are multiple airlines that offer the lowest fares as low as INR 10160 on flights from Casablanca to Marrakech . Booking flight tickets with EaseMyTrip is extremely hassle-free.
Therefore, if you’re looking forward to booking Casablanca to Marrakech flight tickets at the best possible fares, then prefer making online bookings via EaseMyTrip. With our user-friendly interface and advanced search engine, you can select the best flights for your route.
By Organized Tour
Traveling from Marrakech to Casablanca on an organised tour is a convenient way to experience Morocco's vibrant cities without the hassle. Such tours often include transport, knowledgeable guides and a wealth of experience.
Participants on these tours can enjoy the comfort of air-conditioned vehicles and the expertise of local guides who will explain the cultural and historical significance of the cities.
An organised tour also allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture and cuisine, visiting traditional markets and authentic restaurants. It's a great way to maximise your time and explore Morocco's rich heritage, with logistics taken care of by experienced tour operators.
If you want a hassle-free journey from Marrakech to Casablanca, check out our tailor-made Morocco Cities tour.
Luxury Desert Tours: Enhancing Your Moroccan Adventure
At Desert Luxury Camp, the detour on your journey from Casablanca to Marrakech can become the highlight of your Moroccan adventure. Even without desert activities or traditional food, the visuals of a luxury desert camp would be worth the extra travel.
From picture-perfect dunes to lush forests, the changing landscape is breathtaking. Plus, you can experience all this with luxurious amenities not usually expected in the desert. You can enjoy electricity, air conditioning at night, showers, king-size beds, a private bathroom, and a jacuzzi.
Staying in a Luxury Desert Camp | Morocco Travel Vlog
Two luxury desert camp tours start in Casablanca and conclude in Marrakech: the four-day Traversing to Southern Morroco Tour and for those who are richer in time, The Popular Morroco Tour which spans over seven days.
Traversing to Southern Morocco
This southern Morocco tour expertly combines a thrilling road trip with a desert experience to show you the best this beautiful area has to offer. You will travel to the Erg Chebbi dunes by Merzouga, home to the Erg Chebbi desert luxury camp.
An early pick-up time on the first day of this Southern Morroco tour is a must as a long drive is needed to get to Erg Chebbi. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking, ever-changing landscapes of southern Morroco, including the Sahara’s unforgettable dunes.
The long drive will pass through the Middle Atlas, continuing to Midelt (the apple capital of Morroco), the Ziz palm grove valley, the old garrison town of Erfourd, and Rissani. You will arrive at the Erg Chebbi desert luxury camp by 4WD just in time for the evening to watch the sunset on the dunes while enjoying dinner and a campfire.
Alternatively, you can book direct flights with Royal Air Maroc, leaving Casablanca at 11 pm, and arriving at the airport at midnight where we will collect you.
After a delicious breakfast on day two, it’s time to head into the dunes of Merzougha on a camel caravan to admire the beautiful landscape, before experiencing a Morrocan tea ceremony and a picnic lunch in the welcome shade.
Have a relaxing afternoon in the camp taking in the incredible views that surround you.
Day three continues the journey south towards the oasis town of Erfourd, and then further to the Tinerhir that leads to Todra Gorge. With tall walls looming over the crystal-clear water, this area is a sight to behold.
More impressive vistas await at the Sahro mountains, a route that takes you to the Draa Valley.
The valley is a rich forest of palm trees and world-famous earthen architecture. Over 300 typical Berber villages reside here, where homes are constructed entirely from the raw earth.
Here you can spend the night in a luxury villa inside the palm groves or in a restored ancient Kasbah - the choice is yours!
The last day of the trip takes you to Marrakech. Travelling along the valley to Agdz in the Atlas Mountains, full of barren gorges and mountainous landscapes, the next stop is Ouarzazate for a spot of lunch.
There’s also time to visit the UNESCO-protected Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, the location of many films and TV shows including Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
The final part of the journey to Marrakech climbs the Tizi n’Tichka pass that crosses the High Atlas.
The Popular Morocco Tour
For those with more time to enjoy the desert, the Popular Morocco Tour is a seven-day trip sure to impress. It starts from the moment you arrive in Casablanca with a trip to the most-visited structure in the busiest city in Morroco - Hassan II mosque.
This is the only working mosque in Morroco that can be visited by non-Muslims as part of a guided tour.
You will get to experience the grand architecture of Morroco’s capital city Rabat, such as the famous Hassan Tower - a giant mosque with an unfinished minaret where storks nest.
There is also the beautiful Mausoleum of Mohammed V dome and the oldest part of the city, Chellah Necropolis, with its rich cultural history.
Located among the mountain peaks of Riff Mountain is the vividly blue-coloured town of Chefchoauen.
Meander the streets here before making your way to the next destination, Fes. Known as the cultural heart of Morroco, Fez el-Bali (Old Fez) was a renowned centre of medieval learning.
Be sure not to get lost down one of the 9,000 narrow lanes in the old quarter!
One of the oldest, still-functioning universities in the world - Karaouine - is a favourite on the trip, along with Nejjarine Square.
Next up is the journey to the great ‘sand sea’ of Merzouga with its apricot-coloured sand that stretches far into the distance. On the way, you will pass many Berber villages, palm plantations and the Atlas Mountains.
After taking time to leisurely explore the Sahara on gentle camel rides, it’s on to the green fields of the Draa Valley.
Popular articles:
tags: #Morocco
