Embarking on a journey to Jerusalem promises an exhilarating experience, full of captivating historical sites, a plethora of cultural events, and some of Israel's most renowned attractions. However, navigating this rich tapestry of destinations can be a challenge. In this guide, we offer you our top tips for a seamless and comfortable visit, ensuring effortless exploration and smooth transitions between the captivating locales you wish to discover.
Your Guide to Public Transportation in Jerusalem
Discover all the options available for effortless and affordable exploration of Jerusalem, ensuring your visit is not only comfortable but also full of possibilities. Get set for a seamless and exciting ride through the vibrant heart of Jerusalem!
By Yevgeny Tarabanov , February 28, 2024Before you travel: using apps with ease
Before you start your vacation, it's worth making sure you've planned a route on Moovit (it's also worth opening an account in the app and signing up for the payment service to validate your trip directly from your mobile phone).
Search for "Moovit" in the app store on your mobile.
You can load the local multi-pass card called "Rav-Kav" in the online application and validate the travel card physically at terminals installed on buses and the light rail.
Search for "Rav-Kav Online" in the app store on your mobile.
Environmentally friendly and convenient: the Jerusalem Light Rail
Jerusalem's light rail is a seamless solution that traverses key sites in the city's central regions. With the light rail, you can effortlessly connect to iconic landmarks such as the Old City, the upscale Mamilla shopping avenue, the vibrant Machane Yehuda market, and the central station, making the most of your time in the city.
Navigate easily using an accumulated value on a multi-line card or the user-friendly Moovit app, ensuring a hassle-free travel experience.
Buses in Jerusalem
Despite the frequency and convenience of the light rail, the bus system has advantages, including the fact that they reach places where the light rail does not go due to the structure of the streets.
Most of the Egged and Superbus lines leave from the central station. In a rough estimate, the hours of operation range from 5:30 am to midnight, with some also continuing as night lines. On Fridays, the buses run until about an hour before Shabbat begins, and on Shabbat evening, from an hour after Shabbat leaves.
Of course, you can use your multi-line card to move between the train and the buses - free travel is available for 90 minutes from the moment of validation.
The information office of Egged
Tel: *2800, or 02-5304704
Website: www.egged.co.il
The Information office of Superbus
Tel: 1-700-700-181
Website: www.superbus.co.il
For more information about buses in Jerusalem and travel planning >>
Taxis in Jerusalem
If you decide to use Jerusalem's taxi services, you can order a taxi by calling the station directly or through the Gett application which allows you to order a taxi via the convenience of your phone.
During the trip, you can agree with the driver on a predetermined rate without a meter, or request its activation. Remember that sometimes the big city is congested and the distances between main visiting points in it can be extended.
For more information about taxis in Jerusalem and phone numbers of taxi stations >>
Yitzhak Navon train station
The Yitzhak Navon train station is located next to the central station in Jerusalem - and it welcomes the high-speed line between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The high-speed line is an efficient long-distance transportation solution, especially for Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport passengers.
Recommendations for your visit to Jerusalem
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