Morocco's 2030 Host Cities: What Is Changing on the Ground

The six Moroccan host cities are not starting from the same place. Casablanca already runs four tram lines; Agadir opened its first bus rapid transit line in May 2026; Marrakech’s main stadium is closed for rebuilding; Rabat’s is finished. What links them is a wave of transport and venue projects with 2030 as the common horizon, many of which were planned for the cities’ own needs well before the World Cup was awarded.

This dossier goes city by city and keeps three categories apart: running now, under construction, and planned. Only the first changes a trip today.

Who is responsible

City transport authorities manage local trams and buses. ONCF runs the rail network, ONDA manages airports, and national and local authorities oversee stadium works. What matters for travellers is whether a service is running today, not whether funding or a construction contract has been announced.

Casablanca

Running now. Tram lines T3 and T4 opened on 24 September 2024, adding about 26.6 km to the network, and the two Casabusway lines, BW1 and BW2, opened in 2024. Casablanca’s tram network now has four lines.

Under construction. The high-speed line from Kenitra to Marrakech passes through the city, with a station at Mohammed V airport and the redevelopment of Casa Facultés as Casa Sud, planned as the main rail hub. A suburban rail (RER) programme for Greater Casablanca is under way: new stations and trains are planned. The new Mohammed V terminal targets mid-2029. The Grand Stade Hassan II is being built about 38 km north, in Benslimane Province.

What it means now. Rail works have changed the timetable and closed stations, including Casa Facultés and Ennassim, progressively since September 2026. Check ONCF for your date. Trams and busways are unaffected by the rail works and are the most reliable way across the city. See the Casablanca guide.

Rabat

Running now. The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium was rebuilt and hosted the AFCON 2025 final. The Rabat-Salé tram network reached 27 km and 43 stations with its 2022 extension. Al Boraq serves Rabat-Agdal.

Under construction. The high-speed line south to Casablanca begins near Rabat-Agdal, with a new station at Rabat-Salé airport, where it meets the conventional line.

Planned. The tram company has studied further lines, including towards Témara. No opening date has been announced.

What it means now. Rabat is the most complete of the host cities in venue terms. Its tram and existing rail work as normal. See the Rabat guide.

Marrakech

Running now. The airport kerbside and drop-off areas were redesigned in 2025. Conventional trains link Marrakech with Casablanca.

Under construction. The Grand Stade de Marrakech closed in 2026 for its second phase of works, aimed at FIFA standards: the athletics track is being removed and the lower stands rebuilt closer to the pitch. Further stadium improvements are planned. The airport extension is part of ONDA’s programme. The high-speed line ends at a new Marrakech station, targeted for 2029.

Planned. A bus rapid transit corridor of about 20 km is part of the proposed national urban mobility programme.

What it means now. No football at the Grand Stade until the works finish. Otherwise, the city works as before; expect works around the airport. See the Marrakech guide.

Tangier

Running now. The Tangier stadium reopened on 14 November 2025 after a renovation that removed the athletics track, extended the stands to about 75,000 seats and roofed the seating. Al Boraq links Tangier with Rabat and Casablanca.

Contracted. The airport extension is moving through construction preparations. No passenger opening date has been given.

Planned. A bus rapid transit corridor of about 20 km is part of the proposed national urban mobility programme.

What it means now. Tangier’s stadium is finished and in use; check the match organiser for access. See the Tangier guide.

Agadir

Running now. Amalway, the city’s first bus rapid transit line, opened on 7 May 2026, after several delays. It runs about 15.5 km from the port to Tikiouine, with 35 stations, and replaced bus line 22. The airport kerbside and drop-off areas were redesigned in 2025.

Under construction. The Stade Adrar is due for further upgrades, and the airport extension is part of ONDA’s programme.

Not planned. Agadir is not on the high-speed line and has no passenger railway. Reaching it from the north still means a flight, a coach or the motorway.

What it means now. Amalway is the easiest new thing a visitor can use in any host city. See the Agadir guide.

Fes

Running now. The Complexe sportif de Fès reopened after a first phase of renovation in 2025, ahead of AFCON.

Under construction or in procurement. A second stadium renovation phase is being prepared. Fes-Saïss airport expansion is funded under the 2025 government–ONDA agreement; we have not confirmed a works award.

Not planned. Fes is not on the high-speed line. It stays on the conventional network from Casablanca, Rabat and Tangier.

What it means now. Expect the stadium to close or restrict access during the second phase. See the Fes guide.

Accessibility and practical access

New tram, bus rapid transit and rail lines are generally built with level boarding, which helps travellers with luggage, buggies or limited mobility. Construction works can do the opposite for a few years: diversions, temporary pavements and moved stops. If step-free access matters to you, check with the operator before relying on a station or stop that is near works.