Region in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
Getting around Wadi Rum
How to get around Wadi Rum
Reach Rum by taxi or JETT bus from Aqaba or Petra, then book jeep tours at the visitor center. Camps usually arrange transfers.
Ways to get around Wadi Rum
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi from Aqaba | 25–35 JOD | About 1 hour; agree the price |
| Bus to Rum Village | Several JOD | JETT and local services run limited times |
| Jeep tour | From about 35 JOD for 2 hours | Book via visitor center or camp |
Taxis in Wadi Rum
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Use camp transfers, taxis from Aqaba or pre-booked drivers.
Arriving in Wadi Rum
Via Aqaba (AQJ) (AQJ)
Taxi or camp transfer to Rum about 25–35 JOD, 1 hour. Petra is about 2 hours by road.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Bring an IDP (1949 convention) with your home licence; speed cameras and checkpoints are common.
- Onward travel in Jordan: JETT buses link Amman with Petra, Aqaba and the Dead Sea; minibuses fill gaps but leave when full. A rental car or hired driver is easiest for the King's Highway.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Wadi Rum?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Use camp transfers, taxis from Aqaba or pre-booked drivers.
What's the best way to get around Wadi Rum?
Reach Rum by taxi or JETT bus from Aqaba or Petra, then book jeep tours at the visitor center. Camps usually arrange transfers.
How do I get from the airport to Wadi Rum?
Taxi or camp transfer to Rum about 25–35 JOD, 1 hour. Petra is about 2 hours by road.
Is Wadi Rum walkable?
You'll need transport.
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