Fuel, tolls and parking in Morocco: what driving really costs

In early November 2026, diesel (gasoil) costs roughly 16.4–17 MAD per litre and unleaded petrol (sans plomb) about 14.8–15.3 MAD, depending on the brand and the city. That is roughly €1.50 for diesel and €1.40 for petrol. Unusually, diesel is currently more expensive than petrol after several increases in autumn 2026.

Fuel prices in Morocco are not fixed by the state. Each distributor sets its own prices, which usually change around the 1st and 16th of the month, following world oil prices. Prices also differ slightly between stations, so the figures here are a guide: check the pump display for the exact price.

Most rental cars in Morocco, such as the Dacia Logan, Dacia Duster or Peugeot 208, run on diesel. Check the fuel type on the contract or the fuel cap before your first fill-up.

At almost every station in Morocco an attendant fills the car for you, so you stay at the pump and tell them what you want. Say gasoil for diesel or sans plomb for unleaded, then either le plein (full tank) or an amount in dirhams, for example 300 dirhams. Big networks include Afriquia, TotalEnergies, Shell, Petrom and Winxo.

Practical tips at the pump:

A small diesel car uses about 5–6 litres per 100 km on Moroccan roads, a diesel SUV about 6–7.5 and a petrol automatic about 6.5–8. With diesel at around 16.7 MAD, that means roughly 90–100 MAD of fuel per 100 km in an economy car.

Estimated one-way fuel cost in an economy diesel car (about 5.5 L/100 km, more on mountain roads):

Motorway tolls in Morocco are moderate: about 80–95 MAD for a car from Agadir to Marrakech on the A7, and about 170 MAD from Agadir to Casablanca. The exact amount depends on where you join and leave; for Marrakech, it varies with the exit you use. The main routes are in the table at the end of this guide.

Motorways are run by ADM (Autoroutes du Maroc). On most stretches you take a ticket at the entry booth and pay at the exit, or pay a fixed amount at a toll plaza. ADM revises rates from time to time, so check the ADM website or app before a long trip.

You pay in Moroccan dirhams; euros are not accepted. Card payment works at many lanes on the main corridors but not at every booth, so keep about 100–200 MAD in small notes. Avoid lanes marked Jawaz only, which are reserved for electronic badges. National roads such as the N1 to Essaouira are free.

No, visitors do not need Jawaz. It is ADM's electronic toll badge, fixed to the windscreen and linked to a prepaid account, which lets regular drivers pass through dedicated lanes without stopping. It does not make tolls cheaper.

Getting a badge requires a Moroccan registration document and an account, so it is designed for residents and fleets. If your rental car has a badge, ask the agency whether you may use it and how it is billed; otherwise, simply use the cash or card lanes.

Give parking guardians (gardiens) about 2–5 MAD for a short stop and 5–10 MAD for a few hours in town; overnight, 10–20 MAD is common. You will recognise them by their blue or yellow high-visibility vest. They watch over the cars in a street or car park, and paying them when you leave is an accepted custom.

Some guardians ask tourists for much more, especially near famous sites in Marrakech. Several cities have set official rates, and overcharging has led to complaints and arrests, so stay friendly but pay a normal amount. Keep a few coins and 5–10 MAD notes in the car for this.

In Agadir, street parking near the beach, the marina and the Souk El Had is usually easy, with guardians in most areas. In October 2026 the city council approved a framework to reintroduce paid parking in public spaces and underground car parks, but rates had not been announced yet, so watch for new ticket machines and signs.

In Marrakech, do not try to drive into the medina. Use a guarded car park near its edge, for example close to the Koutoubia, and walk in. Short stays usually cost a few dirhams, while 24 hours in a guarded car park near Jemaa el-Fna typically costs about 50–100 MAD. Many riads can recommend a car park nearby.

Never leave bags, phones or documents visible in a parked car, and avoid kerbs painted red and white, which mean no parking. More road advice is in our guide to driving in Morocco.

For a typical week based in Agadir with about 1,000 km of driving, plan roughly 1,200–1,300 MAD for fuel, tolls and parking in an economy diesel car. That breaks down to about 920 MAD of fuel, about 170 MAD of A7 tolls for a return trip to Marrakech and about 150 MAD for parking and guardians.

An SUV or petrol automatic adds roughly 20–40% to the fuel budget. To see how these costs fit with the rental itself, read how much it costs to rent a car in Morocco and get ideas for routes in our day trips from Agadir.

Miles Cars rentals come with unlimited mileage, so you only pay for the fuel you use. The car is delivered with a given fuel level and you return it at the same level; tolls and any fines are paid by the driver.

Our economy cars are diesel and very economical, ideal for long drives on the A7 or along the coast. Delivery is free at Agadir airport and Agadir hotels, with no deposit and payment on delivery. See the rental conditions or book your car.