What is the cheapest way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon?

The cheapest way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon is to bus which costs ₪ 12 - ₪ 18 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon?

The fastest way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs ₪ 12 - ₪ 18.

Is there a direct bus between Jerusalem and Ashkelon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jerusalem Central Bus Station 3rd Floor/Platforms station and arriving at Ben Gurion/Ne'ot Ashkelon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Jerusalem and Ashkelon?

No, there is no direct train from Jerusalem to Ashkelon. However, there are services departing from Yerushalayim/Yits'hak Navon and arriving at Ashkelon via Tel Aviv Haganah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Jerusalem to Ashkelon?

The distance between Jerusalem and Ashkelon is 73 km.

How do I travel from Jerusalem to Ashkelon without a car?

The best way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs ₪ 12 - ₪ 18.

How long does it take to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon?

The bus from Jerusalem Central Bus Station 3rd Floor/Platforms to Ben Gurion/Ne'ot Ashkelon takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Jerusalem to Ashkelon bus from?

Jerusalem to Ashkelon bus services, operated by Egged, depart from Jerusalem Central Bus Station 3rd Floor/Platforms.

Where do I catch the Jerusalem to Ashkelon train from?

Jerusalem to Ashkelon train services, operated by Israel Railways, depart from Yerushalayim/Yits'hak Navon station.

Train or bus from Jerusalem to Ashkelon?

The best way to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs ₪ 12 - ₪ 18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₪ 35 - ₪ 45 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Jerusalem to Ashkelon bus arrive?

Jerusalem to Ashkelon bus services, operated by Egged, arrive at Ben Gurion/Ne'ot Ashkelon station.

Where does the Jerusalem to Ashkelon train arrive?

Jerusalem to Ashkelon train services, operated by Israel Railways, arrive at Tel Aviv Haganah station.

Where can I stay near Ashkelon?

There are 151+ hotels available in Ashkelon.

Jerusalem to Ashkelon - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Jerusalem to Ashkelon by bus or train

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1. Take the bus from Jerusalem Central Bus Station 3rd Floor/Platforms to Ben Gurion/Ne'ot Ashkelonbus 436 / ...
1h 15m
₪12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Yerushalayim/Yits'hak Navon to Tel Aviv Haganahtrain ירושלים/יצחק נבון-ירושלים<->הרצליה-הרצליה
2. Take the train from Tel Aviv Haganah to Ashkelontrain בנימינה-בנימינה גבעת עדה<->אשקלון-אשקלון / ...
1h 44m
₪35–45

Jerusalem to Ashkelon by bus

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Jerusalem, Israel and Ashkelon, Israel?

Egged operates a bus from Jerusalem Central Bus Station 3rd Floor/Platforms to Ben Gurion/Ne'ot Ashkelon hourly. Tickets cost ₪12–18 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yerushalayim/Yits'hak Navon to Ashkelon via Tel Aviv Haganah in around 1h 44m.

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