12 August 2013, 10:57
Finding out the schedule is simple through the ONCF (the train company)From what I have seen, the trains have two main classes: First class and Second class. The price difference can very from as little as 40dh to 100dh and over. In both classes, there is air conditioning and you can lift the arm rests up to lie down if you're lucky enough to have a row of seats to yourself. What first class and second class can look like in different trains vary in terms of seat appearance and positioning.
First Class: These tickets are pre-assigned. You are guaranteed a seat. As you will see in the photos below, the seats are cushioned and spacious. There is much more leg room than in second class. There is enough overhead space for you to store medium sized luggage. More ONCF workers are going back and forth on first class. So if you tell them to alert you to your stop, they will.
Second Class: Second class costs less, but also has air conditioning. Seating is based on first come, first serve. They seem to oversell the tickets because people will be standing in the aisles. The luggage space is also very minimal, which sometimes means we travelers are left with no choice but to annoy the locals by blocking alley way space with our luggage, and it gets embarrassing. The leg space is also tight. At times you are knee to knee with others. If you want to guarantee yourself space and especially a place for your luggage, no stress, take first class.
The train stations are very modern and beautiful, even in the most rural areas. At the station you can easily buy your ticket 30 mins or 15 mins before the train arrives. The tickets are sold at counters, or automated machines. Often there are ONCF helpers standing around who will process the purchase for you
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