CASABLANCALeaving Mohammed V International: transport guide
Grand taxis overcharge aggressively; train is honest and direct but ends before midnight.
CAS (Mohammed V International) is the main international airport serving Casablanca, Morocco. The recommended way out is Take ONCF train from basement to Casa-Voyageurs (~MAD 43, 35 min). Pickup is at Station beneath T1 — follow signs. The most common scam to watch for is "Fixed-price grand taxi". Fares on the CAS → City centre route typically run MAD 43 train / MAD 250–300 official taxi; anything above MAD 500+ tout is almost certainly a scam. Last updated June 2026.
Take ONCF train from basement to Casa-Voyageurs
- Typical fare
- MAD 43
- Journey time
- 35 min
- Pickup
- Station beneath T1 — follow signs
Compare your options at a glance
| Option | Cost | Wait | Payment | Pick |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ONCF train to Casa-Voyageurs | MAD 43 | Every 60 min | 💳Card / Cash | |
Official grand taxi (metered) | MAD 250–MAD 300 | Immediate | 💵Cash | — |
Careem / InDrive | MAD 150–MAD 250 | 10–20 min | 💳Card / Cash | — |
Hotel pre-booked transfer | MAD 300–MAD 500 | On arrival | 💳Card / Cash |
Your first 30 minutes
- 1Clear immigration
- 2Collect bags
- 3Descend to ONCF station
- 4Buy ticket at machine
- 5Ride 35 min to Casa-Voyageurs
Airport exit score
- Scam risk73
- Public transport68
- Ride-hailing63
- Signage clarity68
- Payment convenience63
Fare reality check
- MAD 43 train / MAD 250–300 official taxiExpectedWhat locals actually pay
- MAD 400+ConcerningQuestion this — ask for the meter
- MAD 500+ toutProbably being scammedWalk away. Find another ride.
Best ways out, ranked
- 1
ONCF train to Casa-Voyageurs
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- MAD 43
- Journey
- 35 min
- Wait
- Every 60 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
- Direct
Cons- Ends ~22:30
- 2
Official grand taxi (metered)
- Cost
- MAD 250–MAD 300
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💵 Cash
Pros- Direct
Cons- Overcharge risk
- 3
Careem / InDrive
- Cost
- MAD 150–MAD 250
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- 10–20 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Tracked
Cons- Grey-market status
- 4
Hotel pre-booked transfer
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- MAD 300–MAD 500
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- On arrival
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Safe
Cons- Expensive
Paying without surprises
- Cash required for taxis; card accepted for train
Common scams
Fixed-price grand taxi
High riskDriver quotes MAD 400–500 as "night rate"
HOW TO AVOID · Official fare is MAD 250 day / MAD 300 night — posted at rank
Fake train ticket
Medium riskTout sells overpriced "combined" tickets
HOW TO AVOID · Buy at ONCF machine or window only
What locals & travellers say
“Train is by far the safest option; if you land after 22:30 pre-book a transfer.”
- "Train is by far the safest option; if you land after 22:30 pre-book a transfer." — ONCF
Arrival checklist
- Contactless card
- MAD cash
- Careem installed
- Hotel name in French/Arabic
Take it with you
CAS arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Mohammed V International?
- Take ONCF train from basement to Casa-Voyageurs. Ignore taxi drivers offering MAD 300 fixed fares — the meter should read MAD 250.
- Are taxis at CAS safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: fixed-price grand taxi — Driver quotes MAD 400–500 as "night rate" Official fare is MAD 250 day / MAD 300 night — posted at rank
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at CAS?
- Yes — Careem / InDrive works at CAS. Typical cost MAD 150–MAD 250, journey ~30–45 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from CAS to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the CAS → City centre route is roughly MAD 43 train / MAD 250–300 official taxi. Anything around MAD 400+ is high — MAD 500+ tout is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at CAS?
- Carry small local notes — ONCF train to Casa-Voyageurs expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Mohammed V International?
- Station beneath T1 — follow signs. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is CAS safe to arrive at late at night?
- Late-night arrivals carry extra scam pressure here — specifically fixed-price grand taxi. Pre-book a transfer where possible, stay inside the terminal until your ride is confirmed, and use the official rank only.
- What scams should I watch for at CAS?
- The most reported at CAS: Fixed-price grand taxi; Fake train ticket. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.