Casablanca airport (CMN) to Rabat: train, taxi or private transfer

Why so many travellers fly into Casablanca for Rabat

Casablanca Mohammed V (CMN) has far more international flights than Rabat-Salé, so many visitors, business travellers and families heading to the capital land in Casablanca. The airport is south of Casablanca, which means Rabat is a drive of about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes on the motorway, depending on traffic and where in Rabat you are going.

Option 1: the train

A train runs from the airport station into Casablanca, and trains to Rabat leave from the city. Expect a change on the way and some walking with your luggage between platforms. It is good value for a solo traveller with a small bag, but less convenient late at night, with children or with several suitcases, and you still need a taxi from the Rabat station to your hotel.

Option 2: a taxi from the airport

Grand taxis wait outside arrivals and can take you to Rabat. Agree the trip and the fare before leaving, check how many passengers and bags fit, and confirm the exact drop-off address.

Option 3: a private transfer straight to your address

A private driver meets you at arrivals and drives you door to door: Agdal, Hassan, Souissi, the medina, an embassy or a hotel. You share your flight number when you book so the driver can follow delays, the van matches your group size, and there is no change of vehicle on the way. Compare Casablanca airport private transfers on Kalonca, or the Casablanca to Rabat route if you start from the city.

Tips for a smooth arrival

• Add your flight number and arrival time so your driver plans the pickup after customs.
• Give the full address in Rabat, including the neighbourhood, so the driver takes the best exit from the motorway.
• Travelling on to Tangier or Fès? Book the next leg with the same driver or see private drivers in Rabat.

Which one should you choose?

The train suits light travellers on a budget during the day. For families, groups, business arrivals or late flights, a private transfer is the simplest way to get from Casablanca airport to Rabat: one vehicle, no change, and a driver who is already waiting when you land.