Are you looking to know how to travel from Marrakech to Essaouira, or vice versa? We are happy to inform you that there are several options, which we detail for you here.

As a transport company, we explain exactly how to take a bus from Marrakech to Essaouira, the prices to expect, as well as the companies to book with. If you are considering renting a car, taking a taxi or booking a day trip from Marrakech, we also offer you advice on how to make the best choice.

We know that arriving in a new country and adapting to a new transport system can be a bit confusing. That is why we have done extensive research to provide you with all the information you need for a stress-free and safe trip.

🚍 Thanks to our expertise in the transport sector, we have tested and analyzed all the available options. We have compiled this data here to support you in your travels.

If you are still hesitant to visit Essaouira, we encourage you to explore our other articles on this destination and Morocco in general. We think it is a city not to be missed!

In short, getting around Morocco is very easy. The road infrastructure is in good condition and the public transport system is easy to understand. Below you will find all the possible options for traveling from Marrakech to Essaouira, as well as practical tips to make your three-hour journey pleasant and hassle-free.

Taking the Bus from Essaouira to Marrakech

There are two main bus companies that offer comfortable transportation throughout Morocco: CTM and SupraTours. If you search for “CTM Bus” or “SupraTours” on Google Maps in any city, chances are the terminal will immediately pop up.

There are also cheaper options, but they are less frequented by tourists, making information about them a little harder to find. Some of our friends asked locals for advice and managed to get a ticket from a lesser-known bus company. Their only complaint was that the legroom was a little tighter.

To find out more about these alternative bus companies, you can check out the Lagare website. This platform is great for checking bus company options and schedules in Morocco. We also tried booking through this site, but had trouble accessing the payment page. Despite its sometimes erratic performance, we found it useful for planning our public transportation journeys throughout Morocco.

Booking Tickets

You can book tickets online with CTM or SupraTours.

Alternatively, it is also possible to buy your tickets directly at the bus terminal.

The Marrakech bus terminals for CTM and SupraTours are easy to find and are located close to each other, near the main train station.

It is possible to buy a ticket upon arrival at the terminal, but you are not guaranteed a seat. Tourism in Morocco can be very busy at certain times of the year.

Bus Timings & Prices – Marrakech to Essaouira

🚍 CTM buses travel from Marrakech to Essaouira once a day – the travel time is three hours. Prices are 90 Moroccan dirhams.

🚍 SupraTour buses travel from Marrakech to Essaouira six times a day – the travel time is three hours. Prices range between 95 and 124 Moroccan dirhams.

(These prices and schedules are current at the time of writing.)