Transportation in Fes is quite economic compared to that in the other cities of Morocco. Transportation in Fes involves travel by buses, cars and trains. As far as the air service is concerned, the Ryan air has regular services from Luton to Fes making it very convenient for the British travelers.
Transportation in Fes by taxis: Among the taxis, the Petit taxis do not go out of the airport and carry passengers in and around the locale of the Airport. The Grand Taxi is the best option for a tour around the city. Fes Transportation by bus on the other hand is quite cheap. Bus services are for every half an hour but there are no fixed time tables. Bus number 16 is the bus which provides the best service among the buses. For reaching the airport there is a bus service which starts from the Ibis side of the train station. A journey by this bus lasts for about half an hour if you want to reach the airport.
Transportation in Fes is quite cheap if one travels by taxi. Commutation in Fes within the city limits by petite taxis is recommended because they are quite cheap and quick. These taxis are also quite safe as there is very little chance of getting pick-pocketed. While traveling outside the city, Grand taxis or long distance buses are there to help the tourists. But of the two, the buses are safer than the taxis as the latter do not have seat belts and the drivers drive the cars very recklessly. Another disadvantage of traveling by taxi is that the passengers have to wait until it has five passengers in it.
Transportation in Fes by train is also quite economic and comfortable. Any place in Morocco can be reached by train. For instance the ride to Casablanca from Fes by train takes about 4 to 5 hours and is much cheaper than the travel by air. The trains are very clean, tidy and are equipped with modern facilities. It is preferred that the passenger buys a premium ticket which guarantees a seat in the crowded train. Mode of Transport in Fes by train is thus a suitable alternative.
The main bus terminal in Fes is just outside the old city in north side near the Ain Zleten entrance from where the grand city or the inter city taxis can be obtained
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