Getting There and Away

Written by Sandrine Simon, Sebastien Simon
09/08/2025
Explore the ancient architecture of Ait Benhaddou village in Morocco's arid landscape.
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Aït Benhaddou does not have major transport hubs like airports or train stations directly within the kasbah. The nearest significant transport centers are Marrakech and Ouarzazate, from which various road transport options are available.

From Marrakech by Bus:

Buses from Marrakech to Ouarzazate are available via companies like Supratours and CTM, typically costing between 80-130 Moroccan Dirhams (MAD) ($7-$11 USD) for a journey of approximately 4 to 5 hours. Upon reaching Ouarzazate, a grand taxi is needed for the remaining 30-33 km to Aït Benhaddou, which takes about 30-40 minutes and costs around 110-140 MAD for the entire taxi or 20-30 MAD per person for a shared taxi. Alternatively, some bus drivers may drop passengers at the Aït Benhaddou crossroads (Tazentout), 9 km from the site, where grand taxis can be found for about 10 MAD for a 10-15 minute ride.

From Marrakech by Private Taxi/Transfer:

Hiring a private taxi or pre-booked transfer offers a direct and comfortable journey, taking around 3 to 4 hours. Costs for a one-way trip typically range from 500-1000 MAD ($50-$100 USD or €170-€200), varying by vehicle type and number of passengers.

From Marrakech by Shared Grand Taxi:

Shared grand taxis, accommodating up to six passengers, depart from designated taxi stands in Marrakech. A negotiated fare for the entire taxi to Aït Benhaddou can range from 400-600 MAD.

From Marrakech by Rental Car:

Renting a car provides flexibility for stops along the scenic 171-185 km route through the High Atlas Mountains, with a driving time of approximately 3 to 3.5 hours. Daily rental costs generally range from 300-800 MAD.

From Marrakech by Guided Tour:

Many day trips and multi-day tours from Marrakech include transportation to Aït Benhaddou, often combined with other regional attractions like Ouarzazate and the Atlas Film Studios. These tours handle all logistics.

From Ouarzazate to Aït Benhaddou:

The most common way is by grand taxi, which takes about 30-40 minutes for the 30-33 km journey. A shared grand taxi typically costs 20-30 MAD per person, or 110-140 MAD for the entire taxi.

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