Béni Mellal and Ouzoud: Distance, Route and Trip Stages
Béni Mellal and Ouzoud are about 75 to 80 km apart by the direct road, roughly a 1.5 to 1.75-hour drive. A longer route via Azilal lets you combine the trip with the Bin El Ouidane lake.
Find all the practical information on our Ouzoud Waterfalls homepage.
Distance and travel time from Béni Mellal to Ouzoud
The direct road between Béni Mellal and the Ouzoud waterfalls covers about 75 to 80 km, roughly a 1.5 to 1.75-hour drive depending on traffic conditions and the season. These figures remain approximate: check the current travel time before departing, especially during periods of road works.
| Route | Approximate distance | Approximate duration |
|---|---|---|
| Direct route | 75-80 km | 1.5-1.75 hours |
| Via Azilal and Bin El Ouidane | About 120 km | Longer, with possible stops |
The alternative route via Azilal and Bin El Ouidane
Rather than the direct road, a route through Azilal and along the Bin El Ouidane lake covers about 120 km in total. This trip extends the driving time but lets you see the turquoise lake and the dam along the way, turning a simple transfer into a small sightseeing stage.
Expert take: if your overall itinerary already includes Azilal province, the detour via Bin El Ouidane is well worth the extra kilometers. If you're short on time, though, the direct road remains the simplest option.
Béni Mellal as a trip stage
Béni Mellal mostly works as a stopover for travelers coming from other regions of Morocco rather than as a destination directly tied to Ouzoud. If you're starting from Marrakech, the usual route doesn't go through Béni Mellal — see our Marrakech to Ouzoud by car guide for the standard route instead.
More Guides About Béni Mellal and Ouzoud
To compare this guide with the transport program from Marrakech, check out the page dedicated to the Béni Mellal and Ouzoud.