Darija for Taxis and Transportation in Morocco
Introduction
Getting around Morocco is an adventure — whether you’re hopping into a petit taxi in Marrakech, catching a grand taxi between cities, or navigating public transport. Knowing a few Darija (Moroccan Arabic) phrases will make your journey smoother, safer, and much more fun!
In this post, you’ll learn the most useful Darija transportation phrases to help you take taxis, buses, or trains confidently — just like a local.
Types of Taxis in Morocco
Before we jump into phrases, here’s a quick guide:
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Petit Taxi: Small city taxis (for short distances, up to 3 people).
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Grand Taxi: Shared long-distance taxis (between towns or cities).
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Bus: Cheapest option for local routes.
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Train (ONCF): Comfortable for longer travel, between major cities.
Basic Taxi Phrases in Darija
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Taxi! | Taxi! |
| I want to go to… | Bghit namshi l… |
| How much to go to…? | Bsh7al bash namshi l…? |
| Stop here please | W9ef hna 3afak |
| Turn right | Dour limn |
| Turn left | Dour lisr |
| Go straight | Sir nishan |
| Thank you | Shukran |
Tip: In big cities like Casablanca or Rabat, always make sure the taxi uses the meter (le compteur).
Asking for Directions
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Where is the bus station? | Fin kayna ma7ta dyal tobis? |
| Where is the train station? | Fin kayna ma7ta dyal tran? |
| Is this the right way to…? | Wash hadi hiya tri9 s7i7a l…? |
| How far is it? | B3id wla 9rib? |
| I’m lost | Tlaft / Twadart |
Cultural note: Moroccans are generally helpful — if you ask for directions, most people will go out of their way to guide you!
At the Train or Bus Station
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| One ticket to Marrakech please | Wa7d ticket l Marrakech 3afak |
| What time does it leave? | M3ayash kaykhrrej? |
| When does it arrive? | M3ayash kaywsal? |
| Which platform? | Ash mn ska? |
| Is there a bus to Fes? | Wash kayn lkar l Fes? |
Tip: Morocco’s ONCF trains are reliable and modern — and knowing a few Darija phrases helps you interact naturally with staff or fellow passengers.
Inside the Taxi
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Can you go faster? | Ksiri shwiya |
| Slow down please | Sir bshwiya 3afak |
| I’ll get off here | Ghadi nahbat hna |
| How much is it? | Bsh7al? |
| That’s too much! | Ghali bezaf! |
| Keep the change | Khli lik sarf |
Cultural tip: It’s polite to greet the driver with “Salam” when you get in and “Shukran” when you leave.
Common Transportation Words
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Car | Tomobil |
| Bus | Tobis |
| Train | Tran |
| Station | Ma7ta |
| Ticket | Ticket |
| Road | Tri9 |
| Traffic | Z7am |
Polite Expressions to Use
| English | Darija (Transliteration) |
|---|---|
| Please | 3afak |
| Thank you | Shukran |
| Excuse me | Sme7 liya |
| No problem | Mashi moshkil |
Using polite words goes a long way — Moroccans appreciate kindness and respect, especially with taxi drivers and locals!
Why Learning Darija for Transportation Helps
When you learn transportation phrases in Darija, you’ll:
✅ Avoid confusion or overpaying
✅ Travel independently and confidently
✅ Connect with locals in authentic ways
“ Speaking even a little Darija turns every taxi ride into a cultural experience. ”
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