Marrakech to Essaouira

Marrakech to Essaouira

Marrakech
Essaouira
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Marrakech to Essaouira Destination Reviews

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Alicia
They charged 30 euros instead of 20. 10 were due to acting as not at all needed intermediarie.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Bus, ONCF, Aug 20, 2026
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Roberto D
Very bad. We bought a luxury transfer from Marrakech to Essaouira and, after first pick up and 1 km on Mercedes Van, they move us on a normal tourist bus. We bought a private transfer at 8.00 to arrive in Essaouira at maximum 10.30-11.00: at 11.56 we were in a Argan Oil Cooperative for demonstration (that nobody would) and we arrived in Essaouira at 12.30. Very very bad.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Van Luxury, Alliance Rana Voyageurs, Aug 19, 2026
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Shaheed A
Outstanding door to door service from the front of terminal when I was lost.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Voyages Al Mahaba, Aug 16, 2026
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Cindy B
Bus was scheduled at 15.15 but left at 16pm Inside was cooking hot, airco just blew hot air. Police was called because of big discussion on the bus between passengers and the man responsible for the tickets. People on the bus were friendly though
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Voyage Ayour, Aug 14, 2026
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Emily H
We got a nice car from the hotel to take us to a minibus (about 20 seats). The journey took just under 5 hours with 2 stops on the way. The seats were comfortable. I would recommend but allow for more time than it says on the booking confirmation.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Van Luxury, Alliance Rana Voyageurs, Aug 8, 2026
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Katie
Despite the ticket clearly saying our baggage was included, the INCREDIBLY rude man refused to read our ticket and charged us extra for baggage. Bus was hot and most people were rude.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, Jul 24, 2026
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Suzanne B
It left on time and got here on the dot. Every comfortable.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, Jul 23, 2026
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Gareth M
Bus left half an hour later than scheduled after waiting for people who arrived late. Other than that it was a fairly straightforward journey. Driver stops for a break halfway at a store that charges ripoff prices.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, Jul 19, 2026
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Rowland H
The MPV/minivan we ordered was in use on another job, so we had a 15 seat luxury minibus for four of us. It looked brand new though, and was really comfy, with the best air conditioning we’ve had all holiday!
Marrakech to Essaouira, Van Tourist, Essaouira Airport Transfer, Jul 17, 2026
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Jenee S
The bus was not very clean. When we tried to disembark we were practically mobbed by the next lot wanting to get on. We had to climb out on the driver's side. On arrival staff were very friendly and helpful.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Mogador, Jun 30, 2026
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How to get from Marrakech to Essaouira

When you want to get from Marrakech to Essaouira, 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 Taxi. 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 234.17. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.43.

How far is Marrakech from Essaouira?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Marrakech to Essaouira. Your trip will be a total of 66 miles (105 km). The flying distance is 66 miles (105 km).

How long does it take to get from Marrakech to Essaouira?

The travel time from Marrakech to Essaouira 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 Marrakech to Essaouira?

The cost of the trip from Marrakech to Essaouira varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is CTM: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 12.43 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 234.17.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.43 to USD 17.40;
  • Van price : USD 35.88;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 124.30 to USD 234.22.

How many trips per day are there between Marrakech and Essaouira?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:30. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Marrakesh to Essaouira depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Marrakesh to Essaouira any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Marrakesh to Essaouira 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 Marrakesh to Essaouira. 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 124.30.

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 Marrakesh to Essaouira. 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 Marrakesh to Essaouira.

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 Marrakech to Essaouira

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Marrakech to Essaouira? 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:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Marrakech to Essaouira

Facts about the transport from Marrakech to Essaouira

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport2h 5m
Earliest Departure7:45 ص
Latest Departure4:30 م
Departures per day11
Distance105 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBadrane Tours, CTM, Morocco Private Transfer, Morocco Transporto, Supratours