Train journeys between Fez and Meknes

Trains

Trains are a great adventure and a wonderful way to travel in Morocco. It is simple, organised, sometimes late but you see so much of Moroccan life.

If you fly in and/or out of Fez one of the ways to Meknes (Meknes Al Amir station) is by train.

ONCF, the Moroccan train organisation has lovely old fashioned 1st Class carriages on their trains. There is a trolley service with tea, coffee, drinks and snacks.

The journey is about 35-40 minutes and costs 30MAD; about £2.50 each way. you can find train times at www.oncf.ma

A taxi from Fez airport to the station or the return is 150MAD-confirm with the driver before you leave.

Flights to Fez

Great News!

Ryanair is starting direct flights from London Stanstead to Fez from May 1st this year.

Flights are on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. At present flights will leave Stansted at 07.50 arriving Fez 10.10. The return leaves Fez at 10.35 arriving at Stansted 14.55.

Why not try 'Valet Parking' at Stansted. We have found it cheaper than Long or Midterm Parking! Try www.stanstedvaletparking.co.uk

The collapse of the minaret

You will have read or seen the news of the tragic collapse of the minaret of the mosque in Meknes during prayers last Friday. Many were killed and injured and we extend our sympathy to the people of Meknes at this time.