Cannes to Marrakech: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cannes from Marrakech?

The distance from Cannes to Marrakech is 1159.6 miles (1866.2 km) as the crow flies. Marrakech is located SW of Cannes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1391.5 miles, taking about 28h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 50min. Cannes is in France, while Marrakech is in Morocco.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cannes and Marrakech. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.