Meknes to Marrakesh by train
Marrakesh lies 340 km (211 mi) south-west of Meknes, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 36 min at the speeds typical of Morocco rail, over roughly 415 km (258 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Meknes | Marrakesh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Morocco |
| Population | 568,295 | 995,871 |
| Elevation | 531 m (1,742 ft) | 457 m (1,499 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Stations on record | Meknes city train station, Amir Abdelkader train station | Marrakesh railway station |
Where to book trains from Meknes to Marrakesh
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Staying in Marrakesh
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Marrakesh. Of the 15 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (8). Guests have left 66 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Marrakesh from Meknes?
340 km (211 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Meknes; by road roughly 415 km (258 mi).
How long does it take to get from Meknes to Marrakesh by train?
About 2 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Meknes and Marrakesh?
No, both are on Africa/Casablanca at the moment.
Where can I stay in Marrakesh?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Marrakesh, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.