Buses from Marrakesh to Essaouira

Buses from Marrakesh to Essaouira

Marrakesh
Essaouira
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Marrakesh to Essaouira Destination Reviews

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Sibeta T
The departure bus station is hard to find, plan in extra time and double check on site if you’re in the right place. Not a fan of the stops that the bus takes for lunch or dinner break, but apparently that’s necessary. Otherwise great ride.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Bus, ONCF, Sep 21, 2026
EO
Elliot O
Back seats were uncomfortable and hot. Everything else was excellent. Would help to allow choice of seats
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Bus, ONCF, Sep 16, 2026
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Rosa M
We arrived on time but for some reason they changed our booking to a later one so we had to wait an hour more. Maybe because our bus wasn’t fully booked… the bus we did take was really dirty and no AC, but we had a small stop to get something to drink.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Voyage Ayour, Sep 14, 2026
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Juliana B
Our pick up point that we received with our booking indicated the old station, when we got there we were informed the station is closed, so we had to take another taxi to the new station.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Intissar Tours, Sep 13, 2026
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Alexandre A
The bus left at 11:00 instead of the scheduled 10:30 departure, and it was a bit noisy during the journey. There were also frequent stops to pick up passengers, which made the journey feel longer than necessary. The driver was very nice and friendly, which I appreciated. However, the service could be more organised, particularly with departure times and the number of stops along the way.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Trans Intissar, Sep 12, 2026
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Paul S
Very capable driver who ensured we had a break midway and arrived on time. My only regret is that there was no clear, advanced warning that we had to pay an additional amount for our luggage. This meant we had to run to stand in a queue to pay this fee and get stickers for our luggage. I have never seen this done in any other country and the bus company should seriously consider a better alternative.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Bus, ONCF, Sep 10, 2026
EG
Eva G
It was late - leaving Marrakech & even later arriving in Essaouira
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Bus, ONCF, Sep 4, 2026
MV
Mariana V
A smooth trip with no unexpected events.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Express, Supratours, Aug 29, 2026
SA
Shaheed A
Outstanding door to door service from the front of terminal when I was lost.
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Voyages Al Mahaba, Aug 16, 2026
CB
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
Marrakesh to Essaouira, Bus Standard AC, Voyage Ayour, Aug 14, 2026
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Marrakesh to Essaouira Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Amane Tours
Standard AC
04:00
07:00
$6.59
  5.0
Mogador
Standard AC
05:00
08:00
$7.41
  4.1
SATAS
Standard AC
06:00
09:00
$8.35
Asfar Tissir
Comfort
07:00
10:00
$8.65
  2.0
Supratours
Express
07:45
10:45
$12.01
  4.6
Compagnie De Transports Au Maroc
Comfort
08:30
11:30
$14.23
Voyages Al Mahaba
Standard AC
09:00
12:00
$7.83
  3.7
Mogador
Standard AC
09:45
12:45
$7.44
  4.1
Intissar Tours
Standard AC
10:30
13:45
$6.64
  3.2
Mogador
Standard AC
11:30
14:30
$7.41
  4.1
Supratours
Express
12:00
15:00
$12.01
  4.6
Compagnie De Transports Au Maroc
Comfort
12:30
15:30
$15.93
Mogador
Standard AC
13:00
16:00
$7.41
  4.1
Mogador
Standard AC
14:30
17:30
$7.41
  4.1
Mogador
Standard AC
15:15
18:15
$7.41
  4.1
Mogador
Standard AC
16:10
19:10
$7.41
  4.1
Supratours
Express
16:45
19:45
$12.01
  4.6
Mogador
Standard AC
17:15
20:15
$7.41
  4.1
Mogador
Standard AC
17:45
20:45
$7.41
  4.1
Amane Tours
Standard AC
18:15
21:15
$6.66
  5.0

How to get from Marrakesh to Essaouira by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Marrakesh to Essaouira by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Marrakesh to Essaouira a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Marrakesh from Essaouira?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 100 km between Marrakesh and Essaouira.

How long does it take to get from Marrakesh to Essaouira by bus?

Buses normally need between 3h and 4h hours to get to Essaouira from Marrakesh. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, Compagnie De Transports Au Maroc offers the fastest service. El Bachiri buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Marrakesh to Essaouira by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Marrakesh and Essaouira remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Trans Intissar and costs USD 9.40. A Compagnie De Transports Au Maroc's ticket will set you back USD 9.40 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.

Transportation from Marrakesh to Essaouira

Facts about the bus from Marrakesh to Essaouira

Cheapest Bus$10
Fastest Bus3h
Earliest Bus5:15 AM
Latest Bus5:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes8
Distance100 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAsfar Tissir, Compagnie De Transports Au Maroc, CTM, El Bachiri, ONCF Railways, Tchenafa Bus, Tissir Voyage, Trans Intissar, Voyage Ayour