Itinerary

Rabat → Tangier by train, bus or car

The Al Boraq train links Rabat to Tangier in 1h20. Compare high-speed rail, long-distance bus, car and private driver.

270 km (approx.)1h20 – 3hRecommended: Al Boraq high-speed train

Durations and costs are indicative — no price guaranteed.

Transport options

Compare options

Mode, duration, indicative cost, scores, pros and cons.

Al Boraq high-speed train

Recommended

train

Duration
1h20 – 1h30
Indicative cost
15 – 30 EUR
Price
5/5
Speed
5/5
Comfort
5/5

Pros

  • +Very fast
  • +High comfort
  • +Punctual

Cons

  • Pricier than the bus

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CTM bus

bus

Duration
3h – 3h30
Indicative cost
8 – 12 EUR
Price
5/5
Speed
2/5
Comfort
3/5

Pros

  • +Budget-friendly
  • +Air-conditioned

Cons

  • Much slower than the high-speed line

Own or rental car

car

Duration
3h – 3h30
Indicative cost
20 – 35 EUR
Price
3/5
Speed
3/5
Comfort
4/5

Pros

  • +Flexibility
  • +Possible stop in Asilah

Cons

  • Motorway tolls
  • Parking in Tangier

Private driver

private driver

Duration
3h – 3h30
Indicative cost
130 – 180 EUR
Price
1/5
Speed
3/5
Comfort
5/5

Pros

  • +Door to door
  • +Plenty of room for luggage

Cons

  • Expensive

How to choose?

  • Tight budget: pick the option with the highest price score.
  • Limited time: aim for the highest speed score.
  • Comfort first: choose based on the comfort score and the listed pros.
  • All estimates are indicative — verify prices and schedules at booking time.

The trip at a glance

Since the high-speed line opened, Rabat and Tangier are only a short ride apart. It is now one of the fastest city-centre to city-centre links in the country.

Which option to choose

High speed is the default choice. A car only becomes interesting if you plan to stop in Asilah, Larache or along the northern Atlantic coast.

The comparison table above shows the duration and indicative budget recorded for each mode on this route.

On the road

By road, the A1 runs north via Kenitra and Larache. It is a fast toll route, but it saves no time against the train.

Before you go

  • Check the day's timetable with the operator: frequencies vary by season.
  • Carry small change for connecting taxis and tolls.
  • If you rent a car, get the insurance terms and deposit amount confirmed in writing.

Frequently asked questions

Should I book the train?
Yes, high-speed seats are numbered and departures are in demand.
Does the train serve Tanger Med port?
Tanger-Ville station is in the city centre; Tanger Med, the ferry port, is further east and needs a transfer.
Is a car useful in Tangier?
Not much in the city. It makes sense for Asilah, Cap Spartel or the Rif.
Can I continue to Spain?
Yes, ferries leave Tanger Med for Tarifa and Algeciras; allow for the transfer from the centre.
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