Explore Tetouan – Estás en el punto de descubrir la ciudad
Explore Tetouan – Estás en el punto de descubrir la ciudad
By air, rail, road or sea, discover the different ways to reach Tétouan and choose the option that best suits your journey.
You can reach Tétouan either through Sania Ramel Airport, located close to the city, or through Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport, which offers a wider range of international connections.
Sania Ramel Airport is the closest airport to Tétouan, located just 6 km from the city center. This local airport offers a selection of direct international flights, including:
🇪🇸 Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga and Alicante.
🇳🇱 Netherlands: Amsterdam.
🇫🇷 France: Paris and Marseille.
🇧🇪 Belgium: Brussels.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: London.
The airport also provides domestic flights within Morocco, connecting Tétouan to other major cities in the country, such as Casablanca, Marrakech, and Al Hoceima.
Blue taxis are available at the airport’s main gate. They can take you, along with up to five other passengers and your luggage, to any destination within the Tétouan Metropole, including Castillejos, Rincón, and Martil. The fare is predetermined based on the selected destination, as the taxis do not use meters. Fares from the airport start at de 100 dirhams (aproximadamente 10 euros), with rates posted at the airport gate. The estimated fare from the airport to Plaza Primo is de 100 dirhams (10 euros)..
Yellow taxis are ideal for short trips within the city, as they operate exclusively within Tétouan’s city limits and charge based on a meter. These taxis can accommodate up to three passengers.
While you won’t find them directly at the airport’s main entrance, they are accessible with a 5-minute walk along the main road. The minimum fare for a yellow taxi is de 7 dirhams (aproximadamente 0,7 euros), and the total fare increases based on the distance traveled, as calculated by the meter. It’s important to note that the fare is determined by the journey itself, not by the number of passengers. The estimated fare from the airport to Plaza Primo ranges between 10 y 15 dirhams (1 a 1,5 euros)..
Airport → Plaza Primo: approx. 10–15 MAD (€1–€1.50)
Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport offers direct flights to 46 destinations across 11 countries, with a strong focus on European and Moroccan connections.
🇪🇸 Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, Valencia, Alicante, Bilbao, Girona and others.
🇵🇹 Portugal: Porto y Lisbon.
🇫🇷 France: Paris, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Marseille, Montpellier, Lyon and Carcassonne.
🇧🇪 Belgium: Brussels y Charleroi.
🇳🇱 Netherlands: Amsterdam, Rotterdam y Eindhoven.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: London and Manchester.
🇩🇪 Germany: Cologne, Weeze, Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Memmingen and Düsseldorf.
🇮🇹 Italy: Milan.
🇹🇷 Turkey: Istanbul.
🇪🇬 Egypt: Cairo.
Off-white taxis are available at the airport entrance. They are the Tangier equivalent of Tétouan's blue taxis and can carry up to six passengers.
In Tétouan, the usual terminal is next to the bus station. You can also ask the driver to drop you at another location within the city at no extra charge, provided you specify the destination before departure.
Tangier Airport → Tétouan: 350 MAD (€35)Although Tétouan is not directly served by Morocco's railway network, you can travel to Tangier, a major rail hub with excellent connections to most Moroccan cities, and then continue to Tétouan by taxi, bus or rental car.
HIGH-SPEED TRAIN
Modern • Fast • Comfortable
Morocco's high-speed train
This high-speed line connects Tangier to Casablanca, Rabat and Kenitra, offering a fast and modern journey between Morocco's major Atlantic cities.
CLASSIC TRAIN
Reliable • Comfortable • Affordable
Comfortable connections across Morocco
The classic Atlas network connects Tangier to cities such as Fes, Meknes and Marrakech. While slower than Al Boraq, it remains a comfortable and affordable option for travelling across the country.
Once you arrive at Tangier's train station, you have several convenient options to reach Tétouan.
Taxis to Tétouan are readily available just outside the station. The journey takes approximately 60 minutes and costs 40 dirhams (about 4 euros) per person. These vehicles can carry up to six passengers along with their luggage.
For this journey, another option is to book a private taxi to Tétouan, whether you are traveling alone, with family, or with friends, as long as the total number of passengers does not exceed six. In this case, the taxi can drop you off at any location within the Tétouan Metropole, rather than just at taxi stations. The minimum fare for this option is 240 dirhams (6 passengers × 40 dirhams), but the price may be higher for destinations farther from the city center. Therefore, it is highly recommended to negotiate the fare with the driver before departure.
A seamless option is to book a combined train and bus ticket. The Supratours bus departs directly from Tangier's station and takes you to Tétouan.
The Supratours stop in Tétouan is conveniently located near the city centre, directly in front of the Colombe Blanche roundabout.
Tétouan is well connected to Morocco's major cities through a comprehensive bus network. Daily services connect the city with Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakesh, Fes, Meknes, Agadir and many other destinations.
Operators such as CTM and other private companies provide frequent services, with options for both budget and premium travellers.
These buses stop at Tétouan’s central bus terminal, conveniently located for accessing the city and surrounding areas.
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CTM, a premium bus operator, uses its own terminal in Tétouan, offering a more structured and reliable service. This can be a preferable choice for travelers seeking comfort and punctuality. The CTM station is conveniently located in the city center. From there, you can reach Plaza Primo, the heart of the city, with a 10 to 15-minute walk or by taking a yellow taxi for just 7 MAD (approximately 0.7 euros).
Yellow taxi to Plaza Primo: approx. 7 MAD (€0.70)Travelling by ship is another option for reaching Tétouan, particularly for visitors arriving from Europe.
Located about 60 km from Tétouan, Mediterranean Port is one of the busiest ports in Morocco, offering regular ferry services from Spain, France, and Italy. Travelers can arrive here and continue to Tétouan by car, taxi, or bus. The drive from Tangier Med to Tétouan takes about 1 hour via well-maintained roads.
Tangier Med → Tétouan: approx. 1 hour by road
For those starting in Spain, ferries from Algeciras to Ceuta provide a quick connection. From Ceuta, Tétouan is just a 45-minute drive along the N13 road. While there are no direct buses for travelers, there are buses operated by tour agencies, as well as taxis available from the border for onward travel.
Ceuta → Tétouan: approx. 45 min by road