# Casablanca regional transport expansion

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/casablanca-regional-transport-expansion
> Updated: 2026-10-28T14:18:50.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Casablanca is enhancing its regional connectivity through new aviation and public transit services. 

Royal Air Maroc announced a new direct flight route between Casablanca and Essaouira, scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026. Operating twice weekly, the service aims to boost tourism and facilitate easier access to international destinations via Mohammed V Airport. The airline has set economy class round-trip pricing at 800 dirhams, while some reports indicate subsidized fares of 400 dirhams per trip.

On the ground, Casabus, operated by Alsa, has introduced two new bus lines to improve local accessibility. Line 511 connects the Errahma sector to university faculties, while Line 52 links Errahma park to Sofi Hospital, serving the Hay Hassani district and coastal areas such as Aïn Diab.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Casablanca expands transport connectivity with new bus and air links

Casablanca is improving transport access with two new bus lines connecting Errahma to universities and the coast, alongside a new Royal Air Maroc flight route to Essaouira.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/casablanca-expands-transport-connectivity-with-new-bus-and-air-links

### 2026-10-15: Royal Air Maroc to launch Casablanca-Essaouira direct flights

Royal Air Maroc will launch direct flights between Casablanca and Essaouira twice a week starting November 1, aiming to enhance tourism and international connectivity.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/royal-air-maroc-to-launch-casablanca-essaouira-direct-flights

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