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Why drive in Jordan
Follow the Desert Highway from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum, stopping at crusader castles and lookouts along the way. A car keeps you flexible as you time your own arrival at Petra or sunset in the desert.
Take the scenic Kings Highway past Madaba, Mount Nebo and the canyons of Dana. With your own wheels it is easy to link the Dead Sea, Aqaba and smaller villages without relying on tour buses or fixed timetables.
Good to know before you drive
The essentials for a smooth, ticket-free trip.
Speed limits
Parking
Paid short-stay zones in city centres — buy a ticket and display it.
Alcohol limit
Typically 0.05% blood-alcohol limit; lower for new drivers.
Vignette / tolls
Check whether a motorway vignette or tolls apply — many rentals include one.
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Practical Information for Drivers
Renting a car in Jordan, do not exceed the speed limit
In Jordan, the following speed limits apply:
- Within residential areas in Jordan you may drive at a maximum speed of 50–70 km/h (the same rule applies to multi-lane highways in Amman);
- The maximum speed on highways is 90–110 km/h.
Road signs are relatively rare on Jordanian roads.
Parking
In the country there are both paid and free car parks. These are indicated by special markings (kerbs painted in shades of blue and white), or by signs. Usually, you can park for free on Saturdays, or after seven in the evening. In cities, municipal car parks requiring payment are located in the central areas. Charges are made by the hour. You can use free parking at supermarkets, shopping centres, as well as on residential streets.
In the country there are both paid and free car parks. These are indicated by special markings (kerbs painted in shades of blue and white), or by signs. Usually, you can park for free on Saturdays, or after seven in the evening. In cities, municipal car parks requiring payment are located in the central areas. Charges are made by the hour. You can use free parking at supermarkets, shopping centres, as well as on residential streets.
Traffic Laws
Vehicles in the country drive on the right-hand side. Bear in mind that local drivers do not always follow the rules of the road, so you should be particularly careful.
The use of seat belts is mandatory. Traffic police officers are stationed on certain stretches of road – in the event of minor traffic violations they tend to treat tourists leniently.
The cost of fuel
Renting a car in Jordan can be relatively inexpensive, and does not usually take much time. Note that hire companies often provide cars with nearly empty fuel tanks (and ask you to return them in the same condition). You will not find petrol stations offering significantly lower fuel prices, because prices are set by the state:
- 90-octane unleaded petrol costs about 0.80 dinars per litre;
- 95-octane – 0.97 dinars.
What drivers say about Jordan
"We enjoyed driving around Amman and to the Dead Sea, and the car was clean and fuel‑efficient. Check‑in was fairly smooth, but we had to wait longer than expected at pick‑up because our car was still being washed. Staff were polite and helpful once we finally got on the road."
"I received a nearly new car, spotless and comfortable, and the paperwork at Queen Alia airport was quick. Staff explained everything clearly and returning the car took only a few minutes."
"I travelled with a friend and the car was perfect for our trip from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum. Pick‑up was well organised, the tank was full, and GPS worked fine. Staff were kind, answered all our questions, and return at the airport was very straightforward."
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