Amman to Petra

Amman to Petra

Amman
Petra
Mar 15, 2027
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Amman to Petra Destination Reviews

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Natalia S
Metabghnimat excellent driver and guide. He was very attentive, friendly, and kind at all times. He gave us very good advice on what to do during our trip in Jordan. Highly recommended, 10/10 service.
Amman to Petra, taxi Hyundai Sonata 4 pax, Petra Mountains, Jan 16, 2026
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Elzbieta
very proffesional driver, nice companions. you do.not need anything else. everything worked perfecr.
Amman to Petra, taxi Hyundai Sonata 4 pax, Petra Mountains, Dec 8, 2025
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Gerardus S
Pleasant and quiet bus. Nice waiting area before departure. A fast connection to Petra.
Amman to Petra, Bus Express, JTT, Nov 15, 2025
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Cynthia L
I had to reserve my seat at the office
Amman to Petra, Bus Express, JTT, Nov 7, 2025
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Matteo G
The driver was kind and on time but unfortunately he picked up a friend (l guess) in Amman so we lost 1 hour turning around Amman to pick up this guy and arrived in Petra after 4 hours instead of 3! We had 3 cigarette stops during the transfer, maybe too much (we do not smoke). No air conditioning and we travelled with open windows, but after 2 hours we asked air condition and to close windows because the noise gave us headache.
Amman to Petra, Bus Standard, Petra Crown, Nov 6, 2025
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David L
On time and safe driving!
Amman to Petra, Bus Express, JTT, Oct 18, 2025
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Chloe C
Communication was good - the driver contacted me the day before and offered to leave at an earlier time, which I accepted. I was picked up from the hotel that I chose when booking and shared the car with two others. It was air conditioned and comfortable and the journey took about three hours.
Amman to Petra, Bus Standard, Petra Crown, Sep 29, 2025
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Aicha T
Excellent The bus from Jett to Petra was an excellent option.
Amman to Petra, Bus Express, JTT, Sep 20, 2025
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Alexander J
The seats were so small and tight which made for a very uncomfortable ride
Amman to Petra, Bus Express, JTT, Sep 10, 2025
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Estrella
Best service very safe and the car modern and clean
Amman to Petra, Van Standard Car, Petra Crown, Aug 31, 2025
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Amman to Petra Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
00:00
01:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
02:00
03:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
04:00
05:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
06:00
07:50
$42.31
Bus
JTT
Express
06:30
10:15
$20.80
  4.3
Bus
JTT
Express
07:00
10:15
$20.80
  4.7
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
08:00
09:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
10:00
11:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
12:00
13:50
$42.31
Bus
Petra Crown
Standard AC
13:00
16:00
$28.21
  5.0
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
14:00
15:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
16:00
17:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
18:00
19:50
$42.31
Van
Petra Crown
Standard Car
20:00
23:00
$63.48
  5.0
Van
Petra Mountains
Shuttle
22:00
23:50
$42.31

How to get from Amman to Petra

When you want to get from Amman to Petra, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 307.90. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 25.99.

How far is Amman from Petra?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Amman to Petra. Your trip will be a total of 81 miles (130 km). The flying distance is 81 miles (130 km).

How long does it take to get from Amman to Petra?

The travel time from Amman to Petra can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Amman to Petra?

The cost of the trip from Amman to Petra varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is JTT: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 25.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 307.90.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Amman to Petra:

  • Bus tickets - USD 25.39 to USD 35.26;
  • Van price : USD 33.85 - USD 76.17;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 186.18. From Amman to Petra starting from 00:00 Amman Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Amman Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 64.88 to USD 307.48.

How many trips per day are there between Amman and Petra?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Amman to Petra depart during the day - there are approximately 86 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:00. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Amman to Petra any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Amman to Petra is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Amman to Petra. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 64.88.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Amman to Petra. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Amman to Petra.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Amman to Petra

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Amman to Petra? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 75% decided to go for a bus.
  • 12% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 12% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Amman to Petra

Facts about the transport from Amman to Petra

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport2h 35m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day108
Distance130 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsri Tours, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Hspace Limo and Transportation, JTT, Nawafleh Tours Jordan, Petra Crown, Petra Mountains, Petra Transfers, Travco Jordan, Wadi Rum Oasis