Private car transfer
from Amman to Petra

Door-to-door
in 3 h 10 min

From ...
per seat

Comfortable
car

One way

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2024

Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Amman.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 3 h 10 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Petra.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

236 km
3 h 10 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Amman to Petra

Some would say that the Desert Highway from Amman to Petra is boring and busy, with an unappealing landscape, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder! In addition, this route is the fastest way to get between these two cities.

No, there are no flights from Amman airport to Petra, so you will need to consider alternative transport options. You can take a bus or book a car service like Daytrip, which offers safe and comfortable trips between these two cities.

Both transport options are generally considered good choices when traveling from Amman to Petra. However, they offer different services. Daytrip is a flexible door-to-door vehicle transport service offering professional drivers and optional sightseeing. In contrast, Jordan Express Tourist Transportation offers tourist bus services.

If you are planning on driving with a car rental, you can consider traveling the Dead Sea highway, also known as the King's Highway, to get from Amman to Petra. The Dead Sea Highway is known for scenic views and beautiful cultural stops. It is about a three-hour drive, the same as the Desert Highway.

Since it takes about three hours to travel by car with a private driver from Amman to Petra, it is possible to complete a round trip while still having time to explore the magnificent city. However, travel circumstances like weather and traffic could affect this, as can traveling during the high season when the area sees the most travelers.

You don't need to hire a private guide when traveling from Amman to Petra, but depending on your travel style, it could enhance your experience. A guide can share the historical context of the region, give you cultural insights, and help you navigate Petra itself.

Visit these sights on the way

Qasr Al-Mshatta

One of the best examples of early Islamic stonework in Jordan, the main facade of this tentative UNESCO Site was shipped off to Germany. Islamic Intricacies

Madaba

This ancient city is renowned for its exceptional Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, including a large map of the Holy Land. The City of Mosaics

Umm ar-Rasas

The UNESCO-listed remains of this ancient settlement preserve the largest and finest mosaic in Jordan and unusual isolation towers. A Testament to Mosaics

Dana

This little village borders the largest and most diverse nature reserve in Jordan. Nature's Highs and Lows

Shobak Castle

While it might not be the best-preserved Crusader castle, this hilltop fortress was the first built in Jordan. Crusader Encroachment

Little Petra

Accessed by a canyon and cut into the living rock, this ancient, UNESCO-listed settlement lives up to its name. Stone-Cut Suburbia

Why people love Daytrip

4,800+ reviews

561 travelers took this route with us

Dec 4, 2024

Excellent service for transfers in Thailand

“I was unsure about this company but a few good reviews on Trip Advisor made me take the chance. I am so happy that we did. We needed a ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Our driver Saksun was an excellent driver - it's not a long distance to drive (by Texas standards!) but the road is challenging and there are a lot of places where improvements to the road are being made. It took around 3 hours with a stop at a place with very clean bathrooms, very interesting hot springs and a place to get a snack and cold drinks. Saksun had a vehicle that was fantastic for this type of drive - a very comfortable ride indeed and was obviously well maintained and very clean. I highly recommend this company. I used to post on trip advisor as "lakekariba" but got out of the habit of doing so. This company was so easy to use and the result was so enjoyable that I felt that the company Daytrip and the driver Saksun had earned our trust and a glowing review. Gillian and Ted Pearsall Austin, Texas”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler lakekariba

lakekariba

Dec 4, 2024

May 10, 2023

Jordan Daytrip

“We used Daytrip to travel from Amman, Jordan to Petra, Jordan. Along the way our driver stopped in Madaba and Mt Nebo to show us the sights and he took a scenic drive along the Dead Sea. Overall we had a very nice drive and would highly recommend Daytrip.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler pdecair

pdecair

May 10, 2023

Mar 29, 2023

Great car service

“We used Daytrip for van rides from Amman Jordan to Petra and back to the airport. The drivers were very professional, knowledgeable, and spoke English very well.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler briani2703

briani2703

Mar 29, 2023

Easy way to travel without doing the driving

“We used Daytrip to get us from Amman Jordan to Petra and back again. The drivers arrived at the right place, were on time, friendly, and professional. It was an easy no hassle way to make the 3 hour trip on one day and back the next!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Destination825127

Destination825127

Mar 29, 2023

Vehicle options for this trip

Most popular

Sedan

Comparable to aToyota Corolla

Passengers and luggage

Clean
Comfortable
Air conditioned
Handicapped accessible
Child seats
Pet friendly
Smoke-free

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Compact MPV

Comparable to aToyota Avanza

Passengers and luggage

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Van

Comparable to aHyundai Starex

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The Daytrip driver advantage

Local knowledge about the route from Amman to Petra
Including available sights:
English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

Available 24/7
Close relationship with drivers
Experts on the route from Amman to Petra

US +1 628 288 2020 UK +44 74 6040 2615 daytrip@daytrip.com

Flexible cancellation policy

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

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