Rabat to Fes by train
Fes lies 169 km (105 mi) east of Rabat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of Morocco rail, over roughly 206 km (128 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rabat | Fes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Morocco |
| Population | 1.7 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 406 m (1,332 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Stations on record | Rabat-Agdal, Rabat-City train station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Rabat to Fes
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Common questions
How far is Fes from Rabat?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, east of Rabat; by road roughly 206 km (128 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rabat to Fes by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rabat and Fes?
No, both are on Africa/Casablanca at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.