Essaouira to Marrakesh
Here you can explore travel times, fares, and timetables for the different ways to go from Essaouira to Marrakesh, such as van, charter or bus.
Travel options for Essaouira to Marrakesh
Starting at Essaouira, travel affordably by a bus for 75 MAD, and reach Marrakesh faster by van in 2 hours.
Bus from Essaouira to Marrakesh
Buses leave regularly from multiple stations, including Station Road to Essaouira, Essaouira CTM Bus Station, Essaouira and others, with the first departure at 04:00. If you’re traveling from Essaouira, you can plan your trip to Marrakesh at a time that works for you. The journey usually takes around 2 hours 30 minutes to reach multiple stations, including Station Road to Marrakesh, Marrakech CTM Bus Station, Marrakesh, Marrakesh and others, with fares starting from 75 MAD. Check availability and book here to reserve your seat.
Prices: 75 MAD
Duration: 2h 30m – 3h 15m ⏱
Van from Essaouira to Marrakesh
Your van journey from Essaouira to Marrakesh begins at Essaouira Hotel Transfer or Essaouira Transfer and typically lasts around 2 hours, arriving at multiple stations, including Marrakesh Menara Airport, Winxo Station, Marrakesh, Marrakesh Hotel Transfer and others. Fares start from 161 MAD, and you can reserve your seat in advance via van bookings.
Prices: 161 MAD
Duration: 2h – 2h 45m ⏱
Charter from Essaouira to Marrakesh
Travel directly from Essaouira to Marrakesh with a private transfer, picked up and dropped off exactly where you want. The ride typically lasts 2 hours, and tickets start from 817 MAD. Reserve your ride now to plan your trip.
Prices: 817 MAD
Duration: 2h – 2h 30m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Essaouira to Marrakesh
Between Essaouira and Marrakesh, this bus connection is served by several stations rather than a single fixed terminal. The exact travel time varies depending on where you board and exit the bus, but most trips take approximately 2h 30m to 3h 15m. Services run throughout the day, operating from 04:00 until 19:00, and fares typically begin at 75 to 162 MAD. By checking the full bus timetable for Essaouira to Marrakesh, you can compare different station pairings, journey lengths and departure times to choose the option that best matches your travel plans.
Cheapest Bus Essaouira to Marrakesh
75 MAD, from Station Road to Essaouira to Station Road to Marrakesh, departure at 13:15, duration 3hFastest Bus Essaouira to Marrakesh
162 MAD, from Essaouira to Marrakesh, departure at 15:00, duration 2h 30mBus Timetable: Essaouira → Marrakesh
- 07:00 10:00 3h 96 MAD
- 08:45 11:45 3h 96 MAD
- 11:30 14:30 3h 91 MAD
- 14:30 17:30 3h 84 MAD
- 15:00 17:30 2h 30m 162 MAD
- 15:15 18:30 3h 15m 90 MAD
- 16:00 19:00 3h 96 MAD
- 16:45 20:00 3h 15m 104 MAD
Bus Timetable: Essaouira Bus Station → Station Road to Marrakesh
- 05:00 08:15 3h 15m 76 MAD
Bus Timetable: Essaouira CTM Bus Station → Marrakech CTM Bus Station, Marrakesh
- 17:00 20:00 3h 125 MAD
Bus Timetable: Essaouira Supratours Bus Station → Marrakech Supratours Bus Station, Marrakesh
- 07:00 10:00 3h 132 MAD
- 09:00 12:15 3h 15m 128 MAD
- 11:00 14:00 3h 128 MAD
- 14:00 17:15 3h 15m 128 MAD
- 15:30 18:30 3h 128 MAD
- 17:00 20:00 3h 156 MAD
- 18:30 21:30 3h 132 MAD
Bus Timetable: Station Road to Essaouira → Station Road to Marrakesh
- 04:00 07:00 3h 100 MAD
- 07:00 10:00 3h 100 MAD
- 08:45 11:45 3h 100 MAD
- 10:25 13:25 3h 100 MAD
- 12:30 15:30 3h 100 MAD
- 13:15 16:15 3h 75 MAD
- 16:00 19:00 3h 100 MAD
- 16:45 19:45 3h 100 MAD
- 17:45 20:45 3h 100 MAD
- 19:00 22:00 3h 81 MAD
Van Routes & Schedules from Essaouira to Marrakesh
Multiple boarding points along the route make traveling from Essaouira to Marrakesh simple. Depending on which stops you choose, the trip can take around 2h to 2h 45m with fares starting at 161 to 395 MAD. Vans run throughout the day, typically between 00:00 and 23:00, letting you pick the departure that fits your schedule.
Cheapest Van Essaouira to Marrakesh
161 MAD, from Essaouira Hotel Transfer to Winxo Station, Marrakesh, departure at 17:00, duration 2h 30mFastest Van Essaouira to Marrakesh
395 MAD, from Essaouira Hotel Transfer to Marrakesh Menara Airport, departure at some times, duration 2hVan Timetable: Essaouira Hotel Transfer → Marrakesh Hotel Transfer
- 00:00 02:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 01:00 03:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 02:00 04:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 03:00 05:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 04:00 06:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 05:00 07:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 06:00 08:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 07:00 09:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 08:00 10:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 10:00 12:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 11:00 13:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 12:00 14:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 13:00 15:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 14:00 16:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 15:00 17:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 16:00 18:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 17:00 19:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 18:00 20:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 19:00 21:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 20:00 22:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 21:00 23:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 22:00 00:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
- 23:00 01:45 2h 45m 394 MAD
Van Timetable: Essaouira Hotel Transfer → Marrakesh Menara Airport
- 00:00 02:00 2h 395 MAD
- 01:00 03:00 2h 395 MAD
- 02:00 04:00 2h 395 MAD
- 03:00 05:00 2h 395 MAD
- 04:00 06:00 2h 395 MAD
- 05:00 07:00 2h 395 MAD
- 06:00 08:00 2h 395 MAD
- 07:00 09:00 2h 395 MAD
- 08:00 10:00 2h 395 MAD
- 10:00 12:00 2h 395 MAD
- 11:00 13:00 2h 395 MAD
- 12:00 14:00 2h 395 MAD
- 13:00 15:00 2h 395 MAD
- 14:00 16:00 2h 395 MAD
- 15:00 17:00 2h 395 MAD
- 16:00 18:00 2h 395 MAD
- 17:00 19:00 2h 395 MAD
- 18:00 20:00 2h 395 MAD
- 19:00 21:00 2h 395 MAD
- 20:00 22:00 2h 395 MAD
- 21:00 23:00 2h 395 MAD
- 22:00 00:00 2h 395 MAD
- 23:00 01:00 2h 395 MAD
Van Timetable: Essaouira Hotel Transfer → Winxo Station, Marrakesh
- 17:00 19:30 2h 30m 161 MAD
Van Timetable: Essaouira Transfer → Marrakesh Transfer
- 00:00 02:00 2h 239 MAD
- 01:00 03:00 2h 239 MAD
- 02:00 04:00 2h 239 MAD
- 03:00 05:00 2h 239 MAD
- 04:00 06:00 2h 239 MAD
- 05:00 07:00 2h 239 MAD
- 06:00 08:00 2h 239 MAD
- 07:00 09:00 2h 239 MAD
- 08:00 10:00 2h 239 MAD
- 09:00 11:00 2h 239 MAD
- 10:00 12:00 2h 239 MAD
- 11:00 13:00 2h 239 MAD
- 12:00 14:00 2h 239 MAD
- 13:00 15:00 2h 239 MAD
- 14:00 16:00 2h 239 MAD
- 15:00 17:00 2h 239 MAD
- 16:00 18:00 2h 239 MAD
- 17:00 19:00 2h 239 MAD
- 18:00 20:00 2h 239 MAD
- 19:00 21:00 2h 239 MAD
- 20:00 22:00 2h 239 MAD
- 21:00 23:00 2h 239 MAD
- 22:00 00:00 2h 239 MAD
- 23:00 01:00 2h 239 MAD
Charter Routes & Schedules from Essaouira to Marrakesh
- Reach Marrakesh Transfer via a private transfer, starting from Essaouira Transfer and spending about 2h on the road. Tickets start at 817 MAD, and you can depart at different times during the day.
- From Essaouira Hotel Transfer, set off in a VIP taxi toward Marrakesh Hotel Transfer, with the ride lasting around 2h 30m. Fares from 965 MAD are available, with multiple departures throughout the day.
- Set off from Essaouira Hotel Transfer in a private taxi heading toward Marrakesh Menara Airport, spending about 2h 30m on the road. Multiple departures are available, and tickets start at 1,072 MAD.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Essaouira to Marrakesh
817 MAD, from Essaouira Transfer to Marrakesh Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 2hCharter Timetable: Essaouira Hotel Transfer → Marrakesh Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 30m 965 MAD
Charter Timetable: Essaouira Hotel Transfer → Marrakesh Menara Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 30m 1072 MAD
Charter Timetable: Essaouira Transfer → Marrakesh Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 817 MAD
Frequently Asked Questions Essaouira to Marrakesh
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essaouira to Marrakesh.
How long does the Essaouira to Marrakesh route usually take?
The Essaouira to Marrakesh route usually takes between 2 and 3 hours by van or charter, and between 3 and 4 hours by bus. The exact time varies by vehicle type, departure point, and the specific drop-off location in Marrakesh.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Essaouira to Marrakesh?
The cheapest option on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route is the bus, with fares from 75 MAD to 162 MAD. It is much lower than van or charter prices, and it is the main budget choice listed for this route.
How much does the Essaouira to Marrakesh trip cost overall?
Prices on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route vary by transport type. Bus fares run from 75 MAD to 162 MAD, van fares from 161 MAD to 395 MAD, and charter services from 817 MAD to 1,072 MAD.
Which option is the fastest for Essaouira to Marrakesh?
The fastest listed option on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route is the van or charter, both taking about 2 to 2.5 hours depending on the exact transfer. Bus trips are slower and usually take between 3 and 4 hours.
Where do buses leave and arrive on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route?
Buses on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route depart from places such as Essaouira CTM Bus Station, Essaouira Bus Station, Essaouira Supratours Bus Station, and other Essaouira pickup points. They arrive at locations including Marrakech CTM Bus Station, Marrakech Supratours Bus Station, Station Road to Marrakesh, and Marrakesh.
What are the van pickup and drop-off points for Essaouira to Marrakesh?
Vans on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route depart from Essaouira Hotel Transfer or Essaouira Transfer. Arrival points include Marrakesh Menara Airport, Winxo Station in Marrakesh, Marrakesh Hotel Transfer, and Marrakesh Transfer, depending on the service.
How often do buses run from Essaouira to Marrakesh?
The context does not give a fixed bus frequency for the Essaouira to Marrakesh route. It does show 27 bus trips, with departures spread across the day from 04:00 to 19:00.
What are the first and last departures on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route?
For buses on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route, the first departure is at 04:00 and the last departure is at 19:00. For vans, departures run from 00:00 to 23:00. Charter services do not list fixed departure times.
How long does the bus from Essaouira to Marrakesh take compared with other options?
Bus travel on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route usually takes between 3 and 4 hours. Vans are faster at about 2 to 2.5 hours, while charter services are also around 2 to 2.5 hours depending on the transfer.
Are there direct hotel transfers on the Essaouira to Marrakesh route?
Yes, the Essaouira to Marrakesh route includes hotel transfer options in the van and charter services. Van services can connect Essaouira Hotel Transfer with Marrakesh Hotel Transfer or Marrakesh Menara Airport, while charter also lists hotel transfer drop-offs.
If I want to book the Essaouira to Marrakesh trip, where should I look?
For the Essaouira to Marrakesh route, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided in the context. It is the place to check available transport options, departure points, and fares for this trip.
Is there a big difference between bus and van travel on Essaouira to Marrakesh?
Yes. On the Essaouira to Marrakesh route, buses are cheaper at 75 MAD to 162 MAD but usually take 3 to 4 hours. Vans cost 161 MAD to 395 MAD and usually take about 2 to 2.5 hours, with more transfer-style drop-off points.
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