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Car Hire at Marrakech Train Station - Exploring Morocco in Style

One of the city's most recognisable landmarks, Marrakech Train Station (Gare de Marrakech) is operated by ONFC (Office National des Chemins de Fer) and is a key component of the Moroccan state railway network. A striking reminder of the colonial era, it offers visitors a reliable, safe and comfortable environment in which to arrive at or depart from one of the country's most thriving tourist destinations.

Situated a short walk from Marrakech's famous medina and main square (Djemaa El Fna), the station serves regular daily routes direct from Casa-Voyageurs Train Station in Casablanca, as well as the main station in the northern city of Tangier. Gare de Marrakech is the southern end-point of the Moroccan railway system, although plans are in the pipeine to extend the line to Agadir on Morocco's west coast sometime in the future.

With its abundance of unique attractions and lively souks, Marrakech offers the modern visitor the ultimate travel adventure. First stop for most newcomers is Djemaa El Fna where much of the tourist activity takes place, especially in the evening when the city's best street entertainmers are in full swing. Another must is a stroll around the lush, subtropical Majorelle Gardens named after the renowned French patiner, Jacques Majorelle.

Picking up a car hire from Marrakech Train Station is one of the best ways to explore this fascinating city and its unique environs. Drivers visiting the area are quick to discover that the roads in Morocco (particularly in and around the Marrakech region) are generally quite well maintained and traffic-free outside the rush hour, which means that exploring the city and its environs by car is a surprisingly easy and enjoyable process.

With enough time available, you'll be able to head for the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n Tichka Pass, one of the world's most scenic routes and particularly exhilarating by car. From there you can visit the Gorge du Dadès, Todra Gorge and the historic town of Aït ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is considered to be a very rare example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture.

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For tips on getting around the city and the rest of the country by car, please consult our Morocco Driving Guide for advice on the local age restrictions, road rules and other important regulations. For added peace of mind, please visit our Marrakech car hire reviews page to see the user ratings and comments posted by previous Auto Europe customers in the city.

Station Information

Located near the city's original station built in the 1920s, Marrakech Train Station was inaugurated in 2008 with six tracks and a wide range of on-site facilities and amenities. Some of Morocco's fastest trains use the station, many of which are replicas of France's TGV services that link Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat and Tangier with a top speed of around 300kph (186mph). More than three million passengers filter through the station's premises every year, including many tourists who flock to the city to soak up its authentic Moroccan atmosphere.

Where to pick up my car hire at Marrakech Train Station

Many of the world's most prestigious companies offer car hire at Marrakech Train Station, including Avis, Hertz and Sixt, whose offices are situated in the streets surrounding the station. The station is relatively new and designed with eas access in mind, which means that visitors rarely have a problem reaching the station to collect their vehicle. Please make sure you have all the necessary documents (such as your passport, driving licence, car hire voucher, etc.) ready when you arrive to pick up your car in order to make the process as quick and seamless as possible.

	Avis at Marrakech Train Station 137 Ave Mohammed V Marrakech, Morocco40000 +212 522 667 272	Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-7pm and Sun 8am-noon
	Hertz at Marrakech Train Station 154 Boulevard Mohamed V Marrakech, Morocco 40000 +212 802 007 778	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-noon/2.30-6.30pm, Sat 9am-noon/3-6pm and 9am-noon
	Sixt at Marrakech Train Station 9, Rue el Mansour Eddahibi gue Marrakech, Morocco 40000 +212 600 077800	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm/2-7pm and Sat 9am-1pm (closed Sun)

Station facilities

Sporting an impressive glass-fronted façade with a stylish Art Deco architectural design, Marrakech Train Station is one of the most photographed buildings in the whole of the city. Its facilities are wide ranging and include a variety of shops, fashion boutiques, coffee shops and fast-food outlets, as well as an excellent restaurant on the second floor with a shaded sun terrace offering wonderful views over the nearby Theatre Royal and other parts of central Marrakech. Besides several cash machines doted around the station, there's a low-cost hotel (Ibis) located close by, along with a number of restaurants and handicraft stores.

How to get to and from Marrakech Train Station

Conveniently situated just to the west of the city centre, the station is very easy to reach either by car, train or local public transport. The distance from Marrakech Airport is only three kilometres, making it a quick and seamless transfer for travellers arriving to collect their car rental at Marrakech Train Station. Many visitors arrive by high-speed train from Casablanca, which is one of the fastest ways to travel between the two cities with a journey time of less than three hours. Being located near the medina and the Ville Nouvelle (New Town), the station is within a short walking distance of many of the most visited parts of Marrakech, as well as many of the popular hotels. There is a regular bus service into the city centre from the bus station next door and a taxi rank right outside the station.

Parking tips

Travellers who rent a car at Marrakech Train Station rarely have a problem finding a safe place to park when exploring the city. There are ample on-street parking opportunities in and around the city centre, along with numerous car parks with round-the-clock security. If you park on the street, it's important to be aware that you'll have to pay the parking attendant who will help you park and watch your car whilst your away. If you’re planing to visit the Medina, a good choice is the car oark opposite Jemaa el Fna just behind the Koutoubia, which is reasonably priced and well patrolled. The city's shopping centres often have their own car park (sometimes underground), plus it’s also possible to park at Marrakech Airport, which uses a ticket system.

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