1. Take the Public Bus (Budget-Friendly but Long)
If you’re traveling solo or want to save the most money possible, the Supratours bus is your best bet. It leaves from Marrakech once a day and heads straight to Merzouga.
- Cost: Around 25–30 USD (or 250–300 MAD)
- Duration: About 12 hours (with stops)
- Perks: Affordable, direct, and comfortable enough for long-distance travel.
Tip: Book your seat at least a day in advance, especially in high season (March – May and September – November). Supratours tickets can be purchased at the bus station or online.
2. Car Rental (For Small Groups or Independent Travelers)
Travelling with friends? Renting a car could be a surprisingly budget-friendly option when the cost is split.
- Cost: around 25 – 40 USD per day (plus fuel and insurance)
- Fuel: budget around 60–80 USD for the round trip
- Perks: full flexibility. Stop anywhere for tea, photos, or just to soak it all in.
This is the option I chose with two travel buddies, and it made the whole trip feel like a road movie. We stopped at the Tizi n’Tichka pass, Aït Benhaddou, and Dades Gorge, places we wouldn’t have seen on a strict tour schedule.
Note: Driving in Morocco is safe, but expect winding mountain roads and occasional speed bumps in the middle of nowhere!
3. Join a Budget-Friendly Tour
If you prefer not to worry about transport, meals, or finding accommodation, an organised budget tour is a great choice. Many companies offer 2- to 4-day Marrakech to Merzouga tours starting from around 100 USD.
How far is merzouga from marrakech?
Exact distance from Marrakech to Merzouga: 560 km by road. Complete guides on driving time, route options, estimated travel costs, and practical information for planning your journey.
Is it worth visiting Merzouga?
You should consider spending at least 1 night in Merzouga so that you can experience sunrise and sunset. For sunset we went to Erg Chebbi (the highest dune in Morocco) and as we get close to the dunes, we are immediately surrounded by tour operators – camel tours, quad biking.
