bus station locations - from Amman-Madaba-Dead Sea-Wadi Musa-Wadi Rum-Aqaba

Hi there,

I'm traveling solo and would probably take public transport from these locations. Can you tell me where the bus stations/depots are located if that is my route? My schedule is a bit tight and I'm trying to see as much as I can so it would be great to know beforehand where I should head to catch the main buses between these points.

Also, is it feasible to just rent a car and see much more sights easier and quicker? I only have 6 nights in Jordan and plan on spending 1 night in Wadi Musa, Wadi Rum and Aqaba. Is it possible to rent a car in Amman and drop it off in the South (Aqaba, preferably)? Or is renting a taxi more feasible?

Cheers!

If you want to see "as much as possible", a rented car is the "best" option but try to have a realistic program otherwise it should be frustrating.
Using public transports is not problematic at all but, of course, they are not always leaving when you want but when they are full...
The different "bus stations" or starting points of public transports are indicated in the guidebooks. You need only to choose one...

Michel

hi what are your dates? I am also from the US and traveling solo from March 25-30

Most of people speak English and then, it's always easy to have the good information.
You will ask for the different bus stations when you will be there.

Michel

Hey Druan234 -

I'll be there from April 10 to 16 then in Israel from 17 to 20. What are your plans so far?

I will be there next week from Mar 25-30

I got that. I meant, where are you going and how are you getting from one place to the next?

Solo traveler there are western orientated hotels and hostels both in Jordan and in Israel.I recommend Abrahm hostel in Jerusalem.
You meet like minded people and make travel friends.the hotel arrange for tours to share .cost is usually split 4 ways .
In Jordan average cost per day 16 jod .Hotels can arrange for tours to all tourists sites in the country.
You find these special hotels and hostels in downtown Amman where all tourists attractions are located and of course shops remain open till late every night.
cheers
Raymond

hi-- after some research into buses and taxis, I have decided to rent a car for the time that I am there. It seems to be the cheapest option and gives me the flexibility I need. I have read driving is easy and you drive on the right which is the same as the US. Driving in Amman might be tricky but I am ready for the challenge! I recommend you do the same, I saw good deals for cars on kayak.com for $30 -$40 a day, all inclusive except gas.

Hey Duran,

I briefly considered that but I'm crossing to Israel from Aqaba. Do you know if the rental companies would allow you to return to another location? I don't want to drive back up to Amman from Petra/Wadi Rum and then go back down again. What sites are you planning on seeing?

hi-- after some research into buses and taxis, I have decided to rent a car for the time that I am there. It seems to be the cheapest option and gives me the flexibility I need. I have read driving is easy and you drive on the right which is the same as the US. Driving in Amman might be tricky but I am ready for the challenge! I recommend you do the same, I saw good deals for cars on kayak.com for $30 -$40 a day, all inclusive except gas.

I honestly dont know. Best to check with the car company. I am renting from Easy Car Rental- they seem to be good and have cheap rentals

... and I plan to see Amman, Mt Nebo, Madaba, Jerash, Petra and Wadi Rum. If I have time then Karak and Umm Qais too..

If you use the King Highway you will pass through Kerak.
King Highway is the most beautiful road between Madaba and Wadi Musa.

Michel

I thought that Dana NR was a very worthwhile stopover and (day) hiking destination. No mention of it here? Why has it fallen out of favour?

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