Marrakech to Essaouira

Marrakech to Essaouira

Marrakech
Essaouira
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Marrakech to Essaouira Destination Reviews

BK
Barry K
Driver or somebody needs to communicate better with passengers on the bus at the stop. As yesterday somebody stayed on the bus and stole cash laptops and was never to be seen again. This just caused a delay to all other passengers. I wrote an email yesterday afternoon looking for compensation but at this stage no reply. Poor customer service. Would be expecting better than this given this is the best bus company in Morocco to travel with. Please reply to my email.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, May 20, 2026
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Vita G
We got robbed at the stop. We had to pay extra money for suitcase. Really rude staff at the Marrakesh station.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, May 20, 2026
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Karin C
Great safe driver. On time. No toilet but there is one rest break halfway. Ticket arrived via email in great time. On time.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, May 15, 2026
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Philippe P
We had to pay an extra fee for our luguage althougth it was supposed to be inclused in the ticket paid
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Intissar Tours, May 11, 2026
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Martine
No comfort and very hot in the bus 😥
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Mogador, May 1, 2026
NP
Nicole P
Abdul arrived on time, was super nice and drove very well. Recommend him.
Marrakech to Essaouira, taxi Luxury Minivan 5pax, Morocco Meeting Tour, Apr 23, 2026
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Sophie D
Ok experience, not on time, bus was dirty, was harassed at the bus station to pay extra although luggage was included.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Intissar Tours, Apr 20, 2026
MI
Moses I
Ride was fairly comfortable with decent airflow and the help received was useful too considering I had a 6 month old and a car seat.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Bus, Tchenafa Bus, Apr 19, 2026
PM
Petra M
very nice trip
Marrakech to Essaouira, taxi Comfort Minivan 4pax, Essaouira Airport Transfer, Apr 17, 2026
AV
Astrid V
Perfect driver. Good Seats and perfectly in time.
Marrakech to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, Apr 6, 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 234.55. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.45.

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 12.45 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 234.55.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.45 to USD 17.43;
  • Van price : USD 35.94;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 124.50 to USD 234.59.

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 124.50.

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 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day11
Distance105 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBadrane Tours, Morocco Private Transfer, Morocco Transporto, Supratours