Rabat from Tangier: the Al Boraq train, sights and a plan
The capital 1 h 20 from Tangier by high-speed train: timetable, indicative fares, Hassan Tower, the mausoleum, the Kasbah of the Udayas and Chellah. As of October 2026.
Rabat, Morocco's capital, makes a good day trip from Tangier thanks to the Al Boraq high-speed train. The times and prices below are indicative (as of October 2026); fares are dynamic and sources differ — check the ONCF website or app.
Getting there from Tangier
| Option | Time | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Al Boraq train | approx. 1 h 20 | 2nd class roughly 80–160 MAD; 1st class 110–250 MAD (dearer if booked late) |
| Car with driver | depends on the road | per vehicle |
- Station: the Al Boraq arrives at Rabat Agdal, not Rabat Ville.
- Departures: one source gives hourly trains from about 6 am to 7 pm and then one around 9 pm. Check the current timetable and the last return.
- For a full day: take one of the first morning trains.
What to see
- Hassan Tower: free to visit; the unfinished minaret and the columns are an icon of the city.
- The Mausoleum of Mohammed V: on the same site, free; modest dress is required. Hours and closing days vary by source.
- The Kasbah of the Udayas: free to enter, with a small museum for about 10 MAD. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage listing (inscribed 2012).
- Chellah: a necropolis and ruins, entry quoted at around 70 MAD by one source — please confirm.
You can reach these on foot or by petit taxi; comfortable shoes pay off.
A plan for the day
- Morning: Hassan Tower and the mausoleum.
- Midday: lunch in town.
- Afternoon: the Kasbah of the Udayas, then Chellah if time allows.
- Evening: train back — leave a buffer before the last departure.
Our offer
If you would rather not depend on timetables, our private trip to Rabat (about 12 hours, from Tangier) or the fixed-price transfer Tangier – Rabat spares you the changes.
