public transport

Tel Aviv Light Train

Lobby

Entrance

Way to the entrance

Train

Поездка в метро стоит 5.5 шекеля

Gas Stations in Israel

Haifa Funicular

Orange cabin for 4 people

Three cabins connected to each other

The cost of a round-trip ticket is 35 shekels.

The lower station is a surfers' beach, next to a maritime museum.

If you are planning a trip in Israel with a rental car, there are a few important things you should know about gas stations:

Shabbat Closures: Most gas stations are closed during Shabbat, which starts on Friday afternoon (around 3–4 PM) and ends on Saturday evening. Make sure to fill up your tank in advance.
Self-Service: The majority of gas stations are self-service, and the payment machines usually operate only in Hebrew, which can be challenging for tourists.
Car Washes: Not all stations have car wash facilities — they are relatively rare.
Facilities: Almost every gas station provides clean restrooms and drinking water fountains, which are free to use.
Major Chains: The two largest gas station chains in Israel are Yellow (operated by Paz) and Delek Alon (דוד אלון).

Travel tip: If you are not comfortable with the Hebrew-only self-service machines, look for a station with an attendant(sometimes available at larger stations, especially in city centers).

To the Top

The cost of one trip is 18 shekels.

Jerusalem

2.5 hours on bus 950 from Central Station. Departs every 30 minutes. Or take express bus 930 in 2 hours. Arrive at Central Station.

The cost of one trip is 14.5 shekels.

Tel Aviv

1 hour by bus 601 or 605 from Central Station. Departures every 15 minutes. Arrive at Central Station.

The cost of one trip is 14.5 shekels.

Haifa

1 hour by bus 947 from Central Station. Departs every 30 minutes. Arrive in the Matam area or at Central Station.

The cost of one trip is 72 shekels.

Eilat

The 5-hour journey on bus #399 includes two stops for rest and meals. Departs twice daily from Central Station.

Bus travel options from Netanya

From Netanya, it is very convenient to travel across Israel by bus. Just 850 meters from the beach, along Herzl Street, you will find the city’s closed, air-conditioned central bus station, from which you can easily and affordably reach many major cities and tourist destinations.

All intercity buses are modern and equipped with:

Comfortable padded seats
Reading lights
USB charging ports
Stop request buttons
Air conditioning

They also have luggage compartments for storing suitcases, strollers, bicycles, and scooters.

Boarding and Payment

Boarding: Passengers enter only through the front door; the exit is in the center of the bus.
Payment: Fares are paid with a rechargeable magnetic card (Rav-Kav), which can be loaded with money in advance at the bus station. The card is scanned by the driver at boarding.
Navigation: Announcements and signage inside the buses are only in Hebrew, so it’s recommended to prepare your route ahead of time.

Taking the bus from Netanya is an affordable and comfortable way to explore Israel, whether you are heading to Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, or Eilat.

Buses

Rav Kav Transportation Card