Marrakech to Essaouira: the complete guide
175 km, no train, six coaches a day and one thing every guide gets wrong about arriving by air. Costs, timings and the wind, in full.
Marrakech Travel Blog
Tips, itineraries, and insider guides for visiting Marrakech and Morocco.
Practical guides to getting around Morocco, written by our own drivers and editor: what really happens when you land at Marrakech airport, what each intercity route costs by car, bus and train, and when to go.
Reviewed September 2026 by Ahlam Giyat, travel editor at Taxi Maroc Aéroport, Marrakech.
What a taxi in Morocco should actually cost
Nine sources, a 400% spread on the same six kilometres. The meter, the night tariff, and how to have the fare conversation.
Morocco by road: distances, drive times and tolls
Every route we drive, honestly timed, with what the tolls cost, what the coach charges, and where the railway stops.
What a week in Morocco actually costs
Real 2026 figures for transport, riads, food and entries - on three budgets, plus the four costs nobody remembers to plan for.
Morocco without a car: train, bus or taxi
The railway ends at Marrakech. Al Boraq does Tangier–Casablanca in 2h10. Where the train wins, where there is none, and what each option costs.
Marrakech to Agadir: every option compared
Coach, shared taxi, private car and the mountain route - with the real door-to-door cost of each, and one thing about Agadir that surprises everyone.
Top 10 Things to Do in Marrakech in 2026
A local's guide to the best of the red city - from the Jemaa el-Fna sunset to secret rooftop cafés.
Riad vs Hotel: Where to Stay in Marrakech
The eternal Marrakech question. We break it down by traveller type, budget, and vibe.
Sahara Desert from Marrakech: 2 vs 3 Days?
Honest comparison of the popular desert tours - what you'll see, what you'll miss, and how to choose.
First Time at Marrakech Menara Airport? Read This
ATMs, SIM cards, currency, taxis, and the fastest way to your hotel.
The Best Month to Visit Marrakech
We dig into weather data, crowd patterns, and prices to find the perfect window.
Frequently asked questions
Who writes these guides?
Our drivers and our travel editor, from journeys we actually make. Distances, durations and fares are checked and dated.
How often are they updated?
Prices and timetables are reviewed regularly, and each guide carries its review date. If a figure changes on the road, it changes here.
Do you ever recommend not taking a car?
Yes, when that is the honest answer. On Marrakech–Casablanca and Marrakech–Rabat the train is often better for one or two people, and we say so.