Driving from Fes to Meknes
Meknes lies 53 km (33 mi) west of Fes, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 48 min without stops, over roughly 64 km (40 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Fes | Meknes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Morocco |
| Population | 1.2 million | 568,295 |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | 531 m (1,742 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
Where to book car hire from Fes to Meknes
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Staying in Meknes
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Common questions
How far is Meknes from Fes?
53 km (33 mi) in a straight line, west of Fes; by road roughly 64 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fes to Meknes by car?
About 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fes and Meknes?
No, both are on Africa/Casablanca at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.