{"id":488491,"date":"2022-08-28T11:04:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-28T08:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/"},"modified":"2022-08-28T11:04:00","modified_gmt":"2022-08-28T08:04:00","slug":"from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/","title":{"rendered":"#From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a413badcc5ff\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a413badcc5ff\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#%E2%80%9CFrom_Amman_to_Petra_by_car_bus_and_tour_options%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#From_Amman_to_Petra_by_car\" >From Amman to Petra by car<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#Roads_from_Amman_to_Petra\" >Roads from Amman to Petra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_the_sightseeing_route\" >Amman to Petra \u2013 the sightseeing route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#The_Dead_Sea_Highway\" >The Dead Sea Highway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#Desert_Highway_%E2%80%93_the_fastest_way\" >Desert Highway \u2013 the fastest way<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#Amman_to_Wadi_Musa_by_Bus\" >Amman to Wadi Musa by Bus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#From_Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_Private_transfer\" >From Amman to Petra \u2013 Private transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/from-amman-to-petra-by-car-bus-and-tour-options\/#From_Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_Tour\" >From Amman to Petra \u2013 Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CFrom_Amman_to_Petra_by_car_bus_and_tour_options%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div class=\"entry-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>The route from Amman to Petra (and then Wadi Rum and Aqaba) is one of the most popular in Jordan. Amman is the capital, the biggest city and likely your gateway to Jordan, while Petra is\u2026 is Petra. Jordan\u2019s most prominent landmark, the main reason why so many people <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a> to Jordan. One of the new seven wonders of the world.<\/p>\n<p>This post will explore everything you need to know before going from Amman to Petra. We think the best way to visit Jordan is by renting a car, so we will initially focus on going from Amman to Petra by car. We will talk about the best route (and the alternatives), the best stops on the way, and the things you may need to know.<\/p>\n<p>However, there are other options; it is possible to take public transportation, a private transfer, or even an organized tour. Either a one-day tour or more.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_by_car\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_by_car\"><\/span>From Amman to Petra by car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most flexible way to explore Jordan is by car. It will allow you to spend as much time as you want in each place, stopping whenever you want, and going off-trail if you feel like it. On the other hand, it can also be quick and convenient if you wish. <\/p>\n<p>Renting a car in Jordan is not cheap, but it won\u2019t break your wallet. Expect 30+ JD (over 40 USD) per day for a small car with AC. Larger cars should cost more. There are plenty of rental cars in Amman and by the airport, so you shouldn\u2019t have much trouble finding a car.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options\" class=\"wp-image-26818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 1 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania.jpg\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options\" class=\"wp-image-26818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Viajar-na-Jordania-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 1 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>Petra Jordan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roads_from_Amman_to_Petra\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roads_from_Amman_to_Petra\"><\/span>Roads from Amman to Petra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a>, the roads in Jordan aren\u2019t great, but they are perfectly drivable with a small car. However, you should note that there are some potholes, and many bumps, particularly when entering, along, and exiting towns. They are also a bit difficult to spot, so be careful.<\/p>\n<p>Jordan has no tolls, so you don\u2019t need to worry about that. On the other hand, you should practice defensive driving; Jordanians are notoriously poor drivers. <\/p>\n<p>There are three main North to South roads in Jordan; each one has its advantages and disadvantages:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Dead Sea Highway \u2013 Road 65, along the Dead Sea and the Jordan valley rift, on west Jordan.<\/li>\n<li>The King\u2019s Highway \u2013 Road 35, the central Road.<\/li>\n<li>The Desert Highway \u2013 Through the desert, the Eastern Road. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" alt=\"Roads from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-150x87.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-768x448.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 2 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan.jpg\" alt=\"Roads from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-150x87.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/The-Dead-Sea-Highway-Jordan-768x448.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 2 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>The Dead Sea Highway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_the_sightseeing_route\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amman_to_Petra_-_the_sightseeing_route\"><\/span>Amman to Petra \u2013 the sightseeing route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The King\u2019s Highway is our suggestion if you have the whole day to reach Petra. In our opinion, it is worth taking a full day as the King\u2019s Highway goes through several of Jordan\u2019s most famous landmarks, which is why we called it the sightseeing route. <\/p>\n<p>Despite being the central route, it is 260 Km and is the slowest as it goes through several villages and towns along the way. It should take about 5 hours to go from Amman to Petra without stopping, but it makes no sense to take this highway and not stop a few times. So, let\u2019s explore what you\u2019ll find along the way (from north to south).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Madaba \u2013 is one of the most charming towns in Jordan. It is famous for its mosaics, particularly the Mosaic Map of Madaba, a 6th-century map of the Middle East. <\/li>\n<li>Jordan Grand Canyon \u2013 A huge canyon formed by the Wadi Mujib River \u2013 one of the most impressive natural sights in Jordan. <\/li>\n<li>Karak Castle -The biggest castle in Jordan. It\u2019s a really pleasant attraction and a great stop along the way. Close to the castle, you\u2019ll also find plenty of eating options. We loved the food at Adel Halabi.<\/li>\n<li>Dana Reserve \u2013 Beautiful reserve for sightseeing and hiking. <\/li>\n<li>Shoubak Castle \u2013 Another impressive castle along the way. It\u2019s easier to visit as it is not inside the town as Karak is. <\/li>\n<li>Little Petra \u2013 a preview of Petra, but you should be aware that it closes at 18h, so you need to get there before that. Note that even if you don\u2019t want to go to Little Petra, we suggest taking the detour anyway. That Road is breathtaking. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Almost all the stops mentioned here are part of the most famous landmarks in Jordan. Have a look here to learn more about each one. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>It may be a good idea to escape Amman traffic and rumble the day before. You can simply drive to Madaba, spend the night there and start the next day. Madaba has several excellent restaurants and Hotel options, and it is also only 25 minutes away from the airport. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"653\" alt=\"How to go from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-768x490.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 3 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"653\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon.jpg\" alt=\"How to go from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Jordan-Grand-Canyon-768x490.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 3 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>View of Jordan Grand Canyon on The King\u2019s Highway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Dead_Sea_Highway\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Dead_Sea_Highway\"><\/span>The Dead Sea Highway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Dead Sea Highway is possibly a better option if you are going all the way to Aqaba or even Wadi Rum. It isn\u2019t as quick as the Desert Highway, nor has as many highlights as the King\u2019s Road, but it is scenic. It goes through some villages but is much fewer than the King\u2019s Road. Most of it is in good shape, but the worse part is around Potash city.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, this may be a good return route, as it is quick and allows you to visit the Dead Sea and other attractions around. So, again you should plan accordingly, allowing the whole day for the trip.<\/p>\n<p>While the King\u2019s highway has plenty of landmarks for you to explore spread through the way, the Dead Sea Highway has them concentrated in the north:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Baptism Site \u2013 you\u2019ll need a slight detour, but it\u2019s perfectly doable. You\u2019ll need about 2 to 3 hours to visit it.<\/li>\n<li>Dead Sea \u2013 You can simply see it and stop at the lookouts. But if you want to dive, there are no public beaches. Allow time to go to one of the wild ones. There\u2019s no infrastructure.<\/li>\n<li>Wadi Mujib slot Canyon \u2013 Amazing hiking and canyoning trail. One of our highlights of Jordan, but allow at least 3 hours for it.<\/li>\n<li>Wadi Arabi \u2013 There\u2019s an activity center by the Road where you can take an ATV tour. We haven\u2019t done this, but it looks so much fun!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>About halfway through the Dead Sea highway, you can take a road to Karak, which will take you to the King\u2019s Highway and allow you to visit a few more Jordan attractions. Again, most of the best Jordan Landmarks are explored thoroughly here. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"719\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra by car\" class=\"wp-image-26790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-150x105.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-768x539.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 4 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"719\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan.jpg\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra by car\" class=\"wp-image-26790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-150x105.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Scenery-of-Dead-Sea-in-Jordan-768x539.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 4 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>The Dead Sea Highway \u2013 Road 65, along the Dead Sea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desert_Highway_%E2%80%93_the_fastest_way\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desert_Highway_-_the_fastest_way\"><\/span>Desert Highway \u2013 the fastest way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Desert Highway is the best choice to go from Amman to Petra by car if you are in a hurry. This is your route if you don\u2019t have time to make leisurely stops. The Road is reasonably good; there are very few villages and towns where you need to slow down, consequently, there are fewer bumps. <\/p>\n<p>From Amman to Petra through the Desert Highway, it\u2019s about 230 km, taking roughly 3 hours, which is considerably quicker than the King\u2019s Road, but there\u2019s not much to do in between.<\/p>\n<p>You can take a detour to Madaba or Umm Al-Rases, but that will take some time. Plus, it defeats the purpose of taking this Road. Little Petra is also reasonably close, but going there means returning back a bit. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" alt=\"Fastest way from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-768x491.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 5 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan.jpg\" alt=\"Fastest way from Amman to Petra\" class=\"wp-image-26823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/roads-in-Jordan-768x491.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 5 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>Camels walking alongside the Desert Highway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amman_to_Wadi_Musa_by_Bus\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amman_to_Wadi_Musa_by_Bus\"><\/span>Amman to Wadi Musa by Bus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Public transportation in Jordan<strong> <\/strong>isn\u2019t well developed<strong>,<\/strong> but some options are available. Although there are \u201clocal buses,\u201d travelers usually use the JETT buses to move around.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201clocal buses\u201d are the vans and minibusses you see everywhere in Jordan. They depart between 9:00 and 16:00, but drivers only go when full \u2013 you may need to wait a while. We have never taken these minibusses, but from what we saw on the Road, they are not good drivers. <\/p>\n<p>The JETT Buses are \u201cnormal\u201d scheduled buses with aircon. They can be booked online or at their office in Amman. Have a look at their schedule if you are interested.<\/p>\n<p>JETT means Jordan Express Tourist Transportation, and they are a good option if you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t want to drive;<\/li>\n<li>Want to save a few dollars;<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t want to go anywhere else but Petra and other significant sites;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"Amman to Petra by Bus\" class=\"wp-image-26397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 6 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan.jpg\" alt=\"Amman to Petra by Bus\" class=\"wp-image-26397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Petra-Jordan-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 6 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>Al-Khazneh \u201cThe Treasury\u201d in Petra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_Private_transfer\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_-_Private_transfer\"><\/span>From Amman to Petra \u2013 Private transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Besides public transportation and driving a rental, there\u2019s also the option of taking a private transfer. This is obviously much more expensive, but it will cater to your needs. This option may be advantageous if you travel in a group or with family, as it\u2019s charged per group, not per person.<\/p>\n<p>With a private transfer, you\u2019ll be able to make the trip exactly when you want, and most companies will pick you up at your hotel or the airport if you prefer. They will also offer complimentary WIFI.<\/p>\n<p>Private transfer is a great option when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You want a quality, custom service;<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t mind spending a bit more;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/amman-l1035\/amman-transfer-to-the-airport-the-dead-sea-or-petra-t161274\/?partner_id=5AW89LS&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=AmmanPetra\">You can book private transfers here. <\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra - Private transfer\" class=\"wp-image-26817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 7 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra.jpg\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra - Private transfer\" class=\"wp-image-26817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Entrance-to-Petra-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 7 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>Enterance to Petra in Jordan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_%E2%80%93_Tour\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Amman_to_Petra_-_Tour\"><\/span>From Amman to Petra \u2013 Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The last option we will explore is simply taking a tour instead of organizing a trip yourself. While we usually encourage people to organize the trip themselves, as we enjoy it and like the flexibility it brings, Jordan isn\u2019t the most accessible country to travel to.<\/p>\n<p>When joining a tour, you don\u2019t have to worry about anything; they will show you and take good care of you. The tour will fetch you from the hotel, you\u2019ll have AC and WIFI, and the driver is usually excellent and friendly. Note that meals and tickets are not typically included in these tours, but they will help you get the tickets and take you to restaurants. <\/p>\n<p>There are two main tour options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/amman-l1035\/from-amman-petra-day-tour-t93864\/?partner_id=5AW89LS&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=AmmanPetra\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/amman-l1035\/from-amman-petra-day-tour-t93864\/?partner_id=5AW89LS&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=AmmanPetra\">The one-day tour to Petra.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/amman-l1035\/from-amman-petra-rum-aqaba-dead-sea-3-day-tour-t62162\/?partner_id=5AW89LS&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=AmmanPetra\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/amman-l1035\/from-amman-petra-rum-aqaba-dead-sea-3-day-tour-t62162\/?partner_id=5AW89LS&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=AmmanPetra\">Three-day Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are taking a tour of southern Jordan, you should go to Wadi Rum. It is a fabulous place, and the bedouin tours are typically excellent. So, if you have time, take the three-day tour- it\u2019s well worth it. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra - Tour\" class=\"wp-image-26589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 8 From Amman to Petra\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food.jpg\" alt=\"From Amman to Petra - Tour\" class=\"wp-image-26589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Arabic-coffee-Jordan-Food-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"From Amman to Petra by car, bus, and tour options 8 From Amman to Petra\"><\/noscript><figcaption>Coffee and tea from Sami\u2019s Best Coffee in the King\u2019s highway<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As we have seen, there are plenty of options to go from Amann to Petra, and the best choice will certainly depend on your trip and the type of traveler you are. We have explained the pros and cons of each option, and hopefully, you can now make an educated choice. In short:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Car \u2013 great for flexibility and sightseeing along the way. Ideal if it\u2019s part of a more extended trip to Jordan;<\/li>\n<li>Bus \u2013 Good for saving money, and it\u2019s pretty fast. Perfect for budget travelers that don\u2019t want to drive;<\/li>\n<li>Transfer \u2013 More expensive but more flexible and comfortable;<\/li>\n<li>Tours \u2013 Great if you don\u2019t want to organize. Just relax and enjoy; Including Wadi Rum is a beautiful idea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text \" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\">\n        Sharing is caring!  <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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