The cheapest way along this coast costs under €1. Two city buses, the 32 and the 33, run along the coast road between Agadir and Taghazout, through Aourir and Tamraght on the way. They are orange-and-white buses run by Alsa, the same company that runs Agadir's city network, and many locals use them every day. For fares on every route, see taxi and bus prices.
The two lines
- Bus 32: Agadir to Taghazout village. This is the one you will use most.
- Bus 33: Agadir to Tamri. It follows the same road through Aourir, Tamraght and Taghazout, then continues north past the Cap Ghir lighthouse and the surf spots to Tamri. It is useful if you are heading to Boilers.
In Agadir, both buses start at Place Salam. You can also catch them along Avenue Mohammed V. On the coast, bus 32 stops by the mosque on the main road in Tamraght and by the taxi rank in the center of Taghazout. If you are not sure you are at a stop, ask someone. People are happy to help.
Paying
The fare is about 7.5 to 10 dirhams (under €1), depending on how far you go. Get on at the front, pay the driver in cash, and get off through the middle door. Bring coins or small notes, because drivers may not have change for large bills.
If you are staying a while, Alsa sells a prepaid card called Ikhlas. It costs 15 dirhams (€1), you can top it up from 5 dirhams (under €1), it gives up to 17 percent off each trip, and you can buy it on board.
How often, and until when
You need some patience. Bus 32 usually runs every 20 to 30 minutes, but waits of up to an hour are reported. Bus 33 runs every 30 to 60 minutes. Buses run from about 6:30 am to 8:30 pm, and the weekend timetable is different.
Late buses are unreliable, and the last one may leave as early as 7 pm. If you are in Agadir for the evening, check the time of the last bus before you sit down for dinner. You can find the timetables on the Alsa Agadir website. If you miss the last bus, take a taxi (see grand taxis).
Surfboards
There is no clear rule. On a quiet bus, a board in a bag is often fine. On a packed bus at rush hour, the driver may not let you on. If you have a board and a large bag, a taxi is easier.
From the airport
Bus 32 does not stop at Agadir airport. The AeroBus runs from the airport to Vallée des Oiseaux in Agadir for 50 dirhams (€5), or 80 dirhams (€7) return. From there you can take bus 32 from Place Salam. The whole trip costs about 57 to 60 dirhams (€5–6). With luggage after a flight, most people take a taxi straight to Taghazout. See Agadir Airport to Taghazout and Tamraght.
A few tips
- Mornings and late afternoons are busiest, with school and work traffic.
- Keep your phone and wallet in a front pocket when the bus is crowded.
- If a bus is too full, a shared grand taxi usually passes within a few minutes and costs a little more.
The two lines
- Bus 32: Agadir to Taghazout village. This is the one you will use most.
- Bus 33: Agadir to Tamri. It follows the same road through Aourir, Tamraght and Taghazout, then continues north past the Cap Ghir lighthouse and the surf spots to Tamri. It is useful if you are heading to Boilers.
In Agadir, both buses start at Place Salam. You can also catch them along Avenue Mohammed V. On the coast, bus 32 stops by the mosque on the main road in Tamraght and by the taxi rank in the center of Taghazout. If you are not sure you are at a stop, ask someone. People are happy to help.
Paying
The fare is about 7.5 to 10 dirhams (under €1), depending on how far you go. Get on at the front, pay the driver in cash, and get off through the middle door. Bring coins or small notes, because drivers may not have change for large bills. For fares on every route, see taxi and bus prices.
If you are staying a while, Alsa sells a prepaid card called Ikhlas. It costs 15 dirhams (€1), you can top it up from 5 dirhams (under €1), it gives up to 17 percent off each trip, and you can buy it on board.
How often, and until when
You need some patience. Bus 32 usually runs every 20 to 30 minutes, but waits of up to an hour are reported. Bus 33 runs every 30 to 60 minutes. Buses run from about 6:30 am to 8:30 pm, and the weekend timetable is different.
Late buses are unreliable, and the last one may leave as early as 7 pm. If you are in Agadir for the evening, check the time of the last bus before you sit down for dinner. You can find the timetables on the Alsa Agadir website. If you miss the last bus, take a taxi (see grand taxis).
Surfboards
There is no clear rule. On a quiet bus, a board in a bag is often fine. On a packed bus at rush hour, the driver may not let you on. If you have a board and a large bag, a taxi is easier.
From the airport
Bus 32 does not stop at Agadir airport. The AeroBus runs from the airport to Vallée des Oiseaux in Agadir for 50 dirhams (€5), or 80 dirhams (€7) return. From there you can take bus 32 from Place Salam. The whole trip costs about 57 to 60 dirhams (€5–6). With luggage after a flight, most people take a taxi straight to Taghazout. See Agadir Airport to Taghazout and Tamraght.
A few tips
- Mornings and late afternoons are busiest, with school and work traffic.
- Keep your phone and wallet in a front pocket when the bus is crowded.
- If a bus is too full, a shared grand taxi usually passes within a few minutes and costs a little more.