Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Stations & Timetables
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Stations aren't usually well signposted, and announcements (in both French and Arabic) are frequently in-
audible, so keep an eye out for your stop.
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Most stations are located in the ville nouvelle. In cities such as Tangier, Marrakesh, Fez and Rabat, the
main stations are sleek affairs with free wi-fi and decent restaurants.
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Stations usually have left-luggage depots, which only accept luggage that can be locked.
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Timetables for the whole system are posted in French at stations, or check on the ONCF website for times
and prices.
Tickets
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Buy tickets at the station, as a supplement is charged for buying tickets on the train. Automatic ticket ma-
chines are becoming more widespread at stations.
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Buy your ticket the day before you want to travel if possible, particularly if you want to travel 1st-class.
Second-class seats cannot be reserved. First-class tickets can be bought up to a month before travel - advis-
able if travelling during major holidays, and for sleeper services.
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Inspectors check tickets on the trains.
Train Passes
Rail Pass
This is available for seven/15/30 days (Dh600/1170/2100 to travel in 2nd class, Dh900/1600/3150
for 1st class). Pass prices drop for travellers aged under 26, and again for those under 12 years.
Carte Chahab
(six months Dh249) If you're under 26, this offers 25% to 50% discounts.
Carte Hikma
(six months Dh99) For those aged over 60, this offers 25% to 50% discounts.
Carte Ousraty
(one year, Dh50 per person) For families, this offers 10% to 25% on group tickets.
Tram
Casablanca and Rabat both have new and modern tram networks, which are excellent for exploring those
cities. See
Click here
for more details.
