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Tel Aviv Airport to Jerusalem

Tel Aviv Airport to Jerusalem

There are several convenient ways to get to and from Tel Aviv Airport (Ben Gurion Airport) if you are heading to or leaving from Jerusalem or any other major city in Israel.
autor iconBy Deena Levenstein , January 28, 2024

Shared Taxi Van - Nesher Tours

If you're arriving or need to get to the airport during the Ben Gurion bus line's downtimes or prefer to be dropped off or picked up at your hotel, you can turn to the Nesher (shared taxi) that leaves from just outside the Arrivals Hall at Ben Gurion airport and will deliver you directly to your destination in Jerusalem. Leaving from the airport, drivers typically wait for the sherut taxi to be full before setting off, so you need to factor that into your journey time. You can also order one to take you from Jerusalem to the airport, and need to book 24 hours in advance (they will tell you to call back if you try more than 24 hours in advance). However, if your flight is on Saturday night or Sunday, then make sure to book 48 hours in advance. A single journey should cost you 71 NIS (USD or euro equivalent accepted). Sheruts run 24/7.

 

Jerusalem-Tel Aviv High-Speed Railway Line

The new Tel Aviv – Jerusalem railway line was officially launched on the 25th of September 2018. The line departs from the new Yitzhak Navon Station on Shazar Street in Jerusalem and is planned to end at Herzelia Station. During its initial period of running, the line operates between Yitzhak Navon Station, located in the center of Jerusalem, and Ben-Gurion Airport Station, where passengers can transfer to additional lines. Travelling from Jerusalem to Ben-Gurion Airport takes about 25 minutes and travelling from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (HaHagana Station) takes about 30 minutes. There is no passenger parking at Yizhak Navon Train Station. However, there are several available parking lots around the station within 50-900 meters from the railway station. The station is located within walking distance from Binyenei HaUma – International Convention Center (150 meters) and from Jerusalem Central Bus Station, and it is a kilometer away from Machane Yehuda Market. The centrally located terminus is spread over 5 accessible floors. Passengers who need a wheelchair lift to get on and off the train are highly encouraged to coordinate their travel in advance so that the presence of an operating staff member is granted. Visit Israel Railways website or contact customer service for booking and coordination. 

 

Customer Service: *5770 
Website: https://www.rail.co.il/ 

 

Car

The car rental companies are located on the first floor of the East Gallery in Tel Aviv Airport’s Arrival Hall and are open 24/7. The pick-up and return of the car are at the car rental companies parking lot on the ground floor of the East Building, which is opposite Terminal 3. Rental Car Collection: After organizing the paperwork, head to the parking lot via the connecting corridor between the terminal and the parking lot. Descend to level G and follow the signs. If you know in advance you will be picking a car up at the airport, it is advisable to provide your flight number in case of flight delays. Rental Car Return: Cars should be returned to the parking lot opposite Terminal 2 (internal flights terminal). Rental car companies provide transportation to Terminal 3. Read more about car rental.

 

Private Taxi

A private taxi to or from Jerusalem is another option, and should cost you 250 NIS during the week and 350 NIS on Shabbat. At the airport, it is advised to use a taxi company under the supervision of the Israel Airports Authority, operated by on-site dispatchers, and found at Terminal 3 on the ground level of the multi-level road. Read more about taxis here. If you need to get to or from Tel Aviv before you go to the airport, we've got that covered too! And if you're going to be spending some time in Tel Aviv, check out iTravelTelAviv or this awesome Tel Aviv city guide!