| Operator | Class | Travel Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wadi Rum Oasis | Minivan 7pax | 2h 55m | $155.15 | |
Hspace Limo and Transportation | Luxury 3pax | 3h | $110.00 | |
Petra Crown | Standard 3pax | 3h | $91.69 | |
Wadi Rum Oasis | Economy 3pax | 2h 55m | $119.89 | |
Hspace Limo and Transportation | Luxury 3pax | 2h 35m | $110.00 | |
Wadi Rum Oasis | Economy 3pax | 2h 30m | $105.78 | |
JTT Transfer | Minivan 6pax | 3h | $170.00 | |
Petra Crown | Standard 3pax | 2h 30m | $98.74 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | 3h 7m | $255.90 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 4pax | 3h 7m | $237.20 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Standard 3pax | 3h 7m | $155.41 | |
Travco Jordan | Comfort 2pax | 3h | $125.00 | |
Petra Mountains | Minivan 6pax | 2h 55m | $169.25 | |
Petra Mountains | Private 3pax | 2h 55m | $141.04 | |
Wadi Rum Oasis | Van 11pax | 2h 55m | $260.93 | |
Wadi Rum Oasis | SUV 4pax | 2h 55m | $211.56 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | 2h 50m | $233.70 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 4pax | 2h 50m | $218.51 | |
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Standard 3pax | 2h 50m | $142.56 | |
Petra Mountains | Minivan 6pax | 1h 50m | $169.25 |
Undoubtedly more convenient than public transportation but predictably more expensive travelling from Amman to Petra by taxi transfer is a good choice if you wish to get to your destination with less hassle possible. There are taxi of different size, class, comfort level and price offering your charter door-to-door service to suit every taste and pocket. With an easy and straightforward online booking, it is a quick and smooth process. Book your taxi in advance to ensure you get your transport when you need it.
With the following operators – – all offering taxi from Amman to Petra – it is a good idea to read other travellers’ reviews before you make your choice. It will help you to figure out what to expect from your trip: how long the ride will take, how clean the car is, how professional the drivers are and much more.
The overland distance to Petra from Amman is 125 km.
Taxis transfer normally require less time than buses or vans to cover the same distance as they often travel at higher speed and may skip en route stops if you do not need any. In any case expect your journey by taxi to Petra to take between 2h 30m and 3h 7m hours. If you are planning any detours or toilet or lunch stops, remember to calculate some extra time for that. If travelling by night, during rainy or snowy weather, rush hour or on weekends, traffic jams may add extra time to your journey. Never plan tight connections with flights, ferries, or trains – allow enough time to arrive.
Asri Tours report the shortest travel time promising to bring you to Petra in 2h 30m hours while the slowest operator is Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver.
The cost of your taxi transfer will depend on the operator and the type of the vehicle you choose. Very often, there is little or no difference in price between a car accommodating three passengers and a van good for up to 9 pax. The latter offers much more comfort in the sense of legroom and luggage space, so even if you are not a large party, it is still worth checking the price for both options before making your choice. Note that on some routes – especially to and from the airports – there may be an additional fee for each piece of luggage. On the positive side, remember that during certain periods or on some routes, taxi charter companies may offer free class upgrade – book the cheapest economy ride and get a larger car.
The lowest charter taxi rate from Amman to Petra is provided by Petra Crown. The maximum rate is USD 310.30 if you opt for Asri Tours.
| Cheapest Taxi | $113 |
| Fastest Taxi | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Taxi | 12:00 午前 |
| Latest Taxi | 12:00 午前 |
| Daily Taxi Routes | 18 |
| Distance | 125 kilometers |
| Taxi Companies | Asri Tours, Petra Crown, Petra Mountains, Petra Transfers, Travco Jordan, Wadi Rum Oasis |