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Wadi Rum

How To Reach Wadi Rum

Travel Guide to Wadi Rum, Jordan

How to Reach Wadi Rum

By Air: The nearest international airport to Wadi Rum is King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba. Upon landing, visitors can take a taxi or arrange a pick-up with their accommodation in Wadi Rum which is around 70 km (approximately a 1-hour drive) away.

By Road: Wadi Rum can be accessed by road from various parts of Jordan. Visitors can hire a taxi or a car, or use the public buses available. From Aqaba, there are minibus services to Wadi Rum which depart when full. From Amman, there are direct buses to Wadi Rum or visitors can take a bus to Aqaba or Petra and from there to Wadi Rum.

By Organized Tours: Many tourists opt for organized tours that include transportation from major cities like Amman, Aqaba, or Petra. This is sometimes the most convenient way to reach Wadi Rum, especially for those unfamiliar with the region.

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