Driving from Fes to Rabat
Rabat lies 169 km (105 mi) west of Fes, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 35 min without stops, over roughly 206 km (128 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Fes | Rabat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Morocco |
| Population | 1.2 million | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | 46 m (151 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
Where to book car hire from Fes to Rabat
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Staying in Rabat
Our booking partner lists 763 places to stay in Rabat. Of the 348 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (168), and 18 are five-star. Across 186 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 105,553 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rabat from Fes?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, west of Fes; by road roughly 206 km (128 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fes to Rabat by car?
About 2 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fes and Rabat?
No, both are on Africa/Casablanca at the moment.
Where can I stay in Rabat?
Our booking partner lists 763 places to stay in Rabat, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.