Getting to Petra
From Amman
Bus Services
By JETT Bus
- Jett Buses usually depart from various stations in Amman.
- The Abdalli stations is one of the most frequently used, where busses depart at 6:30 A.M. and return to Amman at 5:00 P.M.
- You can book bus tickets online at https://www.jett.com.jo/en or call +962 6 5664141
Bus Services
By Public Minibuses
- Public Minibuses usually depart from southern station in Amman from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and return from Petra between 6:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.
Private Transportation
By Car or Taxi
- A 3-hour drive via Dessert Highway or 4 hours via King's Highway. Follow the brown tourist signs from the 7th Circle in Amman.
From the Airport
Private Transportation
By Taxi
- Taxis will takes you directly to Petra. Alternatively you can take a taxi to the Southern Station in Amman to catch a minibus to Petra.
From Aqaba
Bus Services
By Public Buses
- Depart from the pubic buses station. The trip is approximately 2 hours.
Private Transportation
By Taxis
- information are provided by hotels.
From the Borders
Private Transportation
By Taxis
- information are provided by hotels.
