Jordan Road Network Additional Information
Bridges
There are special roads for trucks to avoid tunnels. No rivers to cross and there are no bridges except
King Hussein Bridge on the way to OPT and used as a crossing point or passengers as well as goods
between the Jordan and Occupied Territories
Transport Corridors
International Corridors Leading to the Country
From Iraq to Jordan
From Syria to Jordan
From Saudi Arabia to Jordan
Main Corridors within the Country (leading to main towns / hubs)
The country has roads that link all the main cities to the capital and then to the Port of Aqapa. The
All roads from Amman to the main cities in the country are with the same standards
Road Corridor Assessment:
The country has one of the best road nets in the Middle East. Linking the capital Amman to the main
cities in the country such as Aqapa Port, Irbid, and Al Mafraq, in addition to Hi-ways roads leading to
the neighboring countries (Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Syria and OPT)
Main domestic road corridors:
From Aqapa to Aman
This road is the main one from the Port of Aqapa to the Capital and the rest of the country. It is built
with high standards (European) and maintained continuously. Two sides with fuel
stations, restaurants, Civil Defense with ambulances and Road traffic Police and other facilities that
helps the trucks and road users to have a safe journey( coffee shops, small supermarkets restrooms
etc..)
General Informations
Total distance
328 KM
Total travel time
All year
Road classification
A class
Security
Good, with radar coverage and Traffic patrol
Main towns/hubs
Amman - Aqaba
Road functional class: Highway
Comments : operational all year
Surface :Paved
Comments: Are road conditions the same on the entire distance? If not, specify
One standard the entire distance
Road condition: Compacted - smooth (>40 kph)
Comments : There is road speed limitation in some of the areas to avoid accidents
Passable by what traffic: dry season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Passable by what traffic: rainy season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Comments : With speed limitation in some areas (Not to exceed 40 KM/H)
Obstacles and bridges: Check point - official
Comments: Official check point at the entry gate of Aqapa
Towns and hubs
Aqapa Port
Overview: The main and Only port for the country
Location At the Red Sea
Connection with other means of transport : Road, Air
Storage capacity: Container Yard at the Port, for other storage facility , please visit Port assessment
Amman
Overview: The Capital of the country where all the Diplomatic and UN missions are located. With
Good facilities in terms hospitals, Malls, Supermarkets and different hotels from 3 stars to 5 stars
with an excellent nights facilities
Connection with other means of transport : Road, Air
Storage capacity: Available on both sides, private and public sectors. Please see storage Assessment
section
From Aqapa to Mafraq
Same as Aqapa road with similar facilities
General Informations
Total distance
397 KM
Total travel time
Road classification
A class
Security
Good, with radar coverage and Traffic patrol
Main towns/hubs
(Add details below)
Comments: Same facilities of Aqapa - Amman road are available on this road
Surface: Paved
Comments: Are road conditions the same on the entire distance? Yes
Road condition: Compacted - smooth (>40 kph)
Comments: Operational all through the year with the normal road limitation on axle load and on
speed at some areas
Passable by what traffic: dry season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Passable by what traffic: rainy season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Comments : Fuel Stations available along the road on 24./7
Obstacles and bridges : Traffic restriction
Comments : Road is covered by Radar Monitoring and Civil Defense Services 24/7
Towns and hubs
From Aqapa to Syrian Borders
connecting the Main Jordanian Sea Port to the Syrian Boarders
General Informations
Total distance
422 KM
Total travel time
15 Hours for truck and 7-8 hours for light vehicles
Road classification
A class
Security
Good with Radar and Traffic Police Patrol
Main towns/hubs
(Amman - Mafraq - aljamal
Road functional class Highway
Comments : Same standards as other roads
Surface : Paved
Comments : Are road conditions the same on the entire distance? Yes
Road condition : Compacted - smooth (>40 kph)
Comments : Similar facilities as other roads, with heavy monitoring by Radar and Police Traffic
Patrols in addition to an excellent Civil defense Net work that connect all roads to it emergency
room and can respond immediately to any accident. well equipped with Ambulances and trained
staff in all parts of saving life
Passable by what traffic: dry season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Passable by what traffic: rainy season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Obstacles and bridges : Check point - official, Traffic restriction
Comments : official check point prior reaching the Syrian Borders. Road limitation in some areas to
avoid accidents
Towns and hubs
From Mafraq to Iraqi Borders to Y
Connected to the road that comes from Aqapa with the Iraqi Borders
General Informations
Total distance
260 KM
Total travel time
7 Hours
Road classification
A class
Security
Good with Radar and Traffic Police Patrol
Main towns/hubs
No cities
Road functional class Highway
Comments
Heavily used by transport companies moving commodities to Iraq, with speed and axle limitation.
Traffic is controlled closely by Traffic Police, Radars systems and Civil Defense system. Medical
facilities. Fuel stations and shops are working 24/7
Surface
Paved
Comments
Are road conditions the same on the entire distance? Yes
Road condition
Compacted - smooth (>40 kph)
Comments
Passable by what traffic: dry season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Passable by what traffic: rainy season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Comments
Obstacles and bridges
Traffic restriction
Comments
Road is covered by radar Monitoring and Civil defense services 24/7
Towns and hubs
From Amman to Al-Zarga
Road Transport in Jordan Last updated on Tuesday 20th April 2010
Jordan has an expanding network of roads and highways which is constantly being upgraded. It is
now possible to reach every major tourist destination by a modern, hard-surfaced road. Signposts to
tourist sites and urban areas are in both Arabic and English.
Taxis are readily available in the urban areas. Most are equipped with a meter and most drivers
speak English. All taxis are yellow. It is advisable to agree with your driver on a price before you
begin your journey, especially if your taxi does not have a meter.
Most urban areas also have white "services, which follow a set route and pick up additional
passengers as they go, until the vehicle is full. These are usually Peugeot station wagons seating
seven and are a good, cheap way to get around, but can be fairly time-consuming, as the route is
often circuitous. Drivers of these vehicles are less likely to speak English.
A good, inexpensive bus service connects all areas of the country. Bus stations are located in Amman
and other urban areas. Buses stop at designated places throughout the countryside.
General Informations
Total distance
(km or miles)
Total travel time
Road classification
standarad
Security
Good with Radar and Traffic Police Patrol
Main towns/hubs
Amman - AlZarga
Road functional class Highway
Comments
Surface
Paved
Comments
Are road conditions the same on the entire distance? If not, specify
Road condition
Compacted - smooth (>40 kph)
Comments
Road Transport in Jordan Last updated on Tuesday 20th April 2010
Jordan has an expanding network of roads and highways which is constantly being upgraded. It is
now possible to reach every major tourist destination by a modern, hard-surfaced road. Signposts to
tourist sites and urban areas are in both Arabic and English.
Taxis are readily available in the urban areas. Most are equipped with a meter and most drivers
speak English. All taxis are yellow. It is advisable to agree with your driver on a price before you
begin your journey, especially if your taxi does not have a meter.
Most urban areas also have white "services" (pronounced "serveices"), which follow a set route and
pick up additional passengers as they go, until the vehicle is full. These are usually Peugeot station
wagons seating seven and are a good, cheap way to get around, but can be fairly time-consuming, as
the route is often circuitous. Drivers of these vehicles are less likely to speak English.
A good, inexpensive bus service connects all areas of the country. Bus stations are located in Amman
and other urban areas. Buses stop at designated places throughout the countryside.
If you need to hire a car, there are a large number of rental companies, mostly situated in Amman or
Aqaba. See your travel agent or hotel for details of these.
Passable by what traffic: dry season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Passable by what traffic: rainy season
Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4) with trailer, Heavy trucks (15 - 23 tonnes) (6x6 or 6x 4)
without trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6) with trailer, Light trucks (8 - 12 tonnes) (6x6)
without trailer, Light trucks (3 - 8 tonnes) (4x4), Tractors (< 40 tonnes), Light vehicles passengers,
Light vehicles pick-up, Motorbike, Non-motorised traffic
Obstacles and bridges : Traffic restriction
Amman - Al-Zarga
Overview
Road Transport in Jordan Last updated on Tuesday 20th April 2010
Jordan has an expanding network of roads and highways which is constantly being upgraded. It is
now possible to reach every major tourist destination by a modern, hard-surfaced road. Signposts to
tourist sites and urban areas are in both Arabic and English.
Taxis are readily available in the urban areas. Most are equipped with a meter and most drivers
speak English. All taxis are yellow. It is advisable to agree with your driver on a price before you
begin your journey, especially if your taxi does not have a meter.
Most urban areas also have white "services" (pronounced "serveeces"), which follow a set route and
pick up additional passengers as they go, until the vehicle is full. These are usually Peugeot station
wagons seating seven and are a good, cheap way to get around, but can be fairly time-consuming, as
the route is often circuitous. Drivers of these vehicles are less likely to speak English.
A good, inexpensive bus service connects all areas of the country. Bus stations are located in Amman
and other urban areas. Buses stop at designated places throughout the countryside.
Contacts
Location
Connection with other means of transport
Storage capacity
Other comments
Available wit different capacities. Mostly private sector