In Agadir you immediately notice the orange petits taxis criss-crossing the seafront and the avenues. They are handy, plentiful and cheap for getting around town. But as soon as you want to reach the airport, Taghazout or Tamraght, the rules change: petits taxis do not leave the city, and you need a grand taxi, the bus or a transfer. Here is how Agadir’s taxis work, roughly what you will pay, and which option to choose for each journey.
Orange petits taxis: for the city
The petit taxi is the easiest way to get around Agadir: from the seafront to Souk El Had, from the marina to Oufella hill, or between two hotel districts.
- Three passengers at most, with luggage limited to what fits in the boot.
- A meter is compulsory in principle. Ask for “compteur, s’il vous plaît” before getting in; if the driver names a fixed price, you can accept if it seems fair or wait for the next taxi.
- In the evening, a higher night rate applies, which is normal.
- The area: petits taxis operate within greater Agadir and its immediate surroundings, not beyond. They do not go to Taghazout and rarely to the airport.
A ride in town usually costs a few tens of dirhams. Always carry change: drivers rarely have enough to break a large note.
Grands taxis: for leaving the city
Grands taxis, larger and older, run to the towns and villages around: Inezgane, Aourir, Tamraght, Taghazout, and further afield.
- Shared: each seat is paid for, and the taxi leaves when it is full, from set ranks. It is very cheap, but not well suited to suitcases.
- Private hire: you pay for every seat and the taxi leaves straight away. The price is negotiated before you get in.
- Comfort: basic. Seat belts are not always available in the back, and there are no child seats.
From Al Massira airport
Agadir airport is about 25 kilometres from the city centre and a little more from Taghazout. Outside the terminal, grands taxis wait for travellers, with fixed fares posted for the main destinations. There is, however, no train and no practical direct shuttle to the surf villages.
This is where a transfer booked in advance makes the difference: the driver waits in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name, follows your flight in case of delay, and loads surfboard bags and pushchairs without fuss. Our guide Agadir airport to Taghazout and Tamraght covers every option on arrival.
City buses
Agadir’s bus network serves the city, Inezgane and the north coast as far as Tamraght and Taghazout. It is the cheapest option for solo travellers with little luggage, with regular buses during the day. You do, however, have to put up with the heat, rush-hour crowds and no room for a surfboard.
Which option for which journey?
| Journey | Recommended option | Approximate time |
|---|---|---|
| Seafront – Souk El Had | Petit taxi | 10 min |
| Centre – Oufella Kasbah | Petit taxi or cable car | 10 to 15 min |
| Centre – Tamraght | Grand taxi or bus | 20 min |
| Centre – Taghazout | Grand taxi, bus or transfer | 25 to 30 min |
| Airport – Agadir | Grand taxi or transfer | 25 to 35 min |
| Airport – Taghazout | Transfer recommended | 40 to 45 min |
| Agadir – Essaouira | Transfer or bus | About 3 h |
What about ride-hailing apps?
As in Marrakech, the status of ride-hailing apps is unclear and changes regularly. Some work at times, others do not. Do not rely on an app for an important journey, such as a night-time airport arrival or a very early departure for a flight. Our article on taxis in Marrakech covers this in more detail.
Our tips to avoid unpleasant surprises
- Agree the price before you get in if the meter is not running, and check it is the total price, not per person.
- Share your location from your phone with the driver if your accommodation is hard to find, especially in Tamraght and Taghazout, where addresses are vague.
- Round up the fare rather than leaving a big tip; our guide to tipping in Morocco explains local customs.
- Do not get into an unmarked car offering you a ride outside the airport or a bus station.
When a private transfer is smarter
The taxi remains the right choice for short rides in town. For important journeys, a private transfer is often simpler, and not necessarily more expensive for a group:
- arriving at the airport, especially at night, with children or surfboards;
- getting to Taghazout or Tamraght with luggage;
- for a day trip, such as Paradise Valley or a day in Marrakech from Agadir;
- for a cruise port call, where the time to be back on board is not negotiable: see our article on Agadir port calls.
Booking
Our Agadir airport transfer serves Agadir, Taghazout, Tamraght and Aourir 24 hours a day, at a fixed price per vehicle: from €25 for one to three travellers, €30 in a Mercedes Vito for up to seven and €55 in a minibus for up to sixteen, surfboards included. To go further, the private transfer from Agadir to Essaouira and the private transfer between Marrakech and Agadir can be booked in both directions.
