Taxi has another interesting advantage - many taxi drivers take money in dollars or euros, which saves tourists from having to change money at the airport. Dollars and euros are not accepted on trains and buses.

Method two - train

The train can be considered the best option. Firstly, it is the fastest, since the station is located directly under the Ben Gurion Airport terminal. Secondly, it is inexpensive; the price of a trip to Tel Aviv is comparable to the price of Russian Aeroexpress trains.

The train station is located in Terminal 3 on the ground floor on level S. There are signs everywhere at the airport, follow them and you won't go wrong. Ticket offices are located on level G.

The cost of a trip to Tel Aviv is 16 shekels. The train travels to Tel Aviv in 21 minutes, the distance is 25 kilometers. This is not, relax and relax on the trip, as there is not much to see along the way. At the end of the journey you will arrive at the central train station “Tel Aviv Savidor Central Railway Station”.

Also from the airport you can take direct trains to the cities of Haifa, Acre, Nahariya, Modiin, Beersheba, Lod, Kiryat Gat and Lehavim.

And now for an unpleasant surprise - you cannot take a direct train to Jerusalem from Ben Gurion Airport. The new Tel Aviv-Jerusalem railway line is still under construction and will only begin operating in 2017.

Now you can get to Jerusalem by train, but along the old railway line, built during the Ottoman Empire, that is, it is already more than 100 years old. You need to take the train to Tel Aviv Central Station and from there take the train to Jerusalem.

The train service to Tel Aviv operates 24 hours a day, except Shabbat - from Friday 14:30 to Saturday 21:15. Also, trains do not operate on National Holidays.

Trains towards Tal Aviv depart every half hour during the day, and once every hour at night and in the morning. Please note that we expressed ourselves: “towards Tel Aviv.” There is no mistake here, these trains go to the north of Israel, and Tel Aviv is an intermediate stop for them.

Israel Railways has a very clear website. I am giving you a link directly to the Russian version of the site.

The site is in Russian and is easy to use.

Let's, as an example, try to look at the ticket price and train schedule so that you can get from Ben Gurion Airport to Haifa.

The railway station at the airport is called: station "Ben Gurion Airport".

In Haifa, the railway runs through the city along the sea and there are several stations. The station you need is called "Haifa-Merkaz-Central". Word merk A h in Hebrew means center.

Select on the website destination station And departure station.

The site will give you a list of trains running from the airport to Haifa to your station between 18.00 and 20.00. That is, an hour before the time you specified and an hour later too.

There will also be two red buttons, by clicking on which you can see earlier and later trains. In Israel, trains usually run on schedule. You will also be able to see which trains go directly (you do not need to change trains) - this is written next to each train on the schedule.

Select the desired train.

You will receive a page containing the ticket price, train arrival time in Haifa, and duration of the trip.

You buy a ticket for an adult. Discount tickets for Israeli citizens.

In the article we talk about the main ways to get from Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv. We tell you what to do if you arrive in Israel at night, on Saturday or on holidays.

1 shekel (ILS) ≈ 18.6 rubles. | 1$ ≈ 3.5 shekels (ILS).

Ways to get from Tel Aviv airport to the city center on your own

IMPORTANT ! From Friday afternoon until Saturday evening (Shabbat), trains and buses do not operate. At this time, you can only get from the airport to the city by, or with the help of. The same applies to holidays.

How to get from the airport to Tel Aviv by train

The train (RakEvet) is the most convenient way to inexpensively travel from Ben Gurion Airport to the center of Tel Aviv. Double-decker trains are equipped with air conditioning, comfortable chairs and tables. The trains have special connectors for charging smartphones and tablets. Stations and trains are specially equipped and accessible for people with limited mobility.

The airport railway station is located on the lower level “S” of terminal No. 3. Using signs at the airport, you can easily navigate and find the entrance to the station.

If you have an arrival or departure from terminal No. 1, then you can get to terminal No. 3 using a free shuttle. It runs every 15 minutes around the clock. Shuttle stop locations:

• from Terminal 3 to Terminal 1 - on the ground floor G
• from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 - opposite gate 4

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Ticket price depends on the distance. One-way travel from the airport to Tel Aviv costs 13.50 shekels (≈ $4). In Tel Aviv the train makes 4 stops.

From the airport to Jerusalem you can take a train for 17-20 shekels (≈ 5-6 $). To Netanya from Ben Gurion Airport - 24.5 (≈ $7). To Haifa - 35.5 (≈ $10).

You can find out the exact price for your route on the official website.

You can buy a train ticket at the ticket office or from a special machine at the entrance to the station. You can also purchase a ticket online on the official website or through the application.

Note : Keep your ticket until the end of your trip. To exit the station you must present your ticket.

• Sun-Thu - 24 hours a day
• Friday – closed
• Saturday – closed

Ticket office hours at Ben Gurion Airport station

• Sun-Thu – 24 hours a day
• Friday – from 06:00 to 16:30
• Saturday – from 21:00

Note : For the exact schedule of stations, see the official website (in Russian). Find the desired station on the map and click on it.

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Train schedule in Israel for 2019

Train schedule in Israel from the official website www.rail.co.il

Transfer from Tel Aviv airport to the hotel

At night, public transport from the airport runs less frequently, and from Friday afternoon until Saturday evening (Shabbat) it stops running altogether. When the main transport in Israel does not work, a transfer or taxi comes to the rescue.

If you are traveling with a small child or you have a lot of suitcases, then it is best to think about the transfer in advance. This will allow you not to waste time looking for transport after the flight, and on the road will allow you to avoid unnecessary transfers.

Unlike city transport, a taxi transfer depends on your time. The driver arrives at the airport strictly for the arrival of your flight. He meets you with a name sign in the arrival hall, helps with your luggage, and in 35-40 minutes you are already at the hotel.

Transfer prices from the airport to the hotel in Tel Aviv starts for a car for 3-4 passengers. For a group of 4-7 people or large luggage -

Transfer prices from Ben Gurion Airport:

The cost of a transfer trip depends on the class of the car. After booking, the transfer price does not change.

How to get from Ben Gurion Airport by taxi

Taxi is another way to get to the city from Ben Gurion Airport at any time, including Saturday (Shabbat) and holidays.

You can order a taxi only through a special taxi dispatcher counter. The counter is located on level G in Terminal No. 3 (at Gate 3) and near Gate 3 in Terminal No. 1.

Taxi fare depends on travel time, number of passengers and luggage. The passenger also pays for toll sections of the road and long waits. There is a mandatory landing fee of NIS 5 for landing at Ben Gurion Airport.

Taxi ride from Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv

• 2 adults + 2 suitcases = during the day - 152.8 shekels (≈43.5$); at night - 173.8 (≈49.5$)
• 3 adults + 3 suitcases = during the day - 162.4 shekels (≈$46); at night -183.4 (≈$52)

Note : You can calculate the cost of a taxi trip on the official website of the airport using a price calculator.

Travel at night and on Saturday. A trip at night will cost 25% more. The night tariff starts working every day from 21:01 to 05:29. On Friday, travel at night fare starts from 17:00 until 05:29 the next day. Also, the night rate is paid on Saturday (Shabbat) and holidays.

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How to get from Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv by bus

The cheapest and most inconvenient way to get to the city from the airport is by bus. There is no direct bus service between the airport and Tel Aviv. To get to Tel Aviv you need to take shuttle number 5 and number 5א (free green buses) and get to the Airport City stop. The station is located 5-10 minutes from the airport.

At the station you can find a bus to most cities in Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Bus schedules and timetables can be found on the official website of the Egged bus company or.

Schedule: Shuttles No. 5 and No. 5 depart from the airport every 15-20 minutes. from 05:00 to 22:00. Buses from Airport City station to Sun-Thu from 7:00 to 20:30. On Friday there are 2 flights - at 10:30 and 14:00.

Ticket price- 14 shekels. (≈ $4).

Note : Buses do not run at night, on Saturday (Sabbath) and on holidays.

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Shuttle taxi from the airport to Tel Aviv

An alternative to the bus is a minibus (moniyot sherut). Unlike buses, minibuses go directly to Tel Aviv. MonIt SherUt runs around the clock and every day, incl. on Saturdays (Shabbat) and holidays.

Minibuses do not have a clear schedule: they leave the airport when the cabin is filled with passengers. The minibus is usually crowded, so if you have a lot of luggage or have children, it is better to choose another transport to the city.

Fare 30-40 shekels (≈9-11$).

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(www.flickr.com)

The route is popular with both tourists and Israeli residents and is served by various types of public transport. Buses and tourist shuttles are a good option for those traveling alone or as a couple, for young people who know their way around the country and know the language, and for those who need to reduce their vacation budget.

Advantages of buses and shuttles over other types of public transport

Typically the cheapest option. Travel by bus is either comparable to other group modes of transport (for example, the train), or is 5–15% cheaper than any alternative.

Drive to a stop where you can easily get to the desired location. And in the case of a tourist shuttle, perhaps even to the hotel. Regular buses from major transport hubs leave for the most popular destinations and pass through the central areas of surrounding cities and resort areas. For example, from the stop where a bus from the airport takes a tourist, it will be possible to get to any desired place with a maximum of one more transfer. Kiwibuses tourist shuttles in a number of destinations transport tourists to holiday destinations, rather than dropping them off in the city center.

Mini-excursion while on the road. The bus does not travel quickly and has stops. Some tourist buses and shuttles have attendants who brighten up the trip by telling you about the sights.

Disadvantages of buses compared to other types of public transport

Crowded during peak hours. Since buses are the most affordable option, they are used by most tourists who are not willing to spend money on a taxi. You may have to travel with your luggage on your lap or even standing. Group shuttles fill up evenly and running out of seats is almost impossible, however luggage space may be a problem.

There may be no tickets. For the same reason - buses are popular in Israel, so tickets for them need to be purchased in advance, without expecting to find them on the spot.