What is the cheapest way to get from Lod to Safed?

The cheapest way to get from Lod to Safed is to bus via Tiberias Central Bus Station/Alight which costs ₪ 35 - ₪ 55 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lod to Safed?

The fastest way to get from Lod to Safed is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs ₪ 110 - ₪ 170.

Is there a direct bus between Lod and Safed?

No, there is no direct bus from Lod to Safed. However, there are services departing from Herzl/Brener and arriving at הפלמ''ח/עלייה ב' via ת.רק''ל אהרונוביץ'/דרך ז'בוטינסקי. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Lod to Safed?

The distance between Lod and Safed is 180 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

How do I travel from Lod to Safed without a car?

The best way to get from Lod to Safed without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs ₪ 45 - ₪ 70.

How long does it take to get from Lod to Safed?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Lod to Safed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lod to Safed bus from?

Lod to Safed bus services, operated by Nateeve Express, depart from ת.רק''ל אהרונוביץ'/דרך ז'בוטינסקי station.

Train or bus from Lod to Safed?

The best way to get from Lod to Safed is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs ₪ 45 - ₪ 70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₪ 55 - ₪ 75 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Lod to Safed bus arrive?

Lod to Safed bus services, operated by Nateeve Express, arrive at הפלמ''ח/עלייה ב' station.

Can I drive from Lod to Safed?

Yes, the driving distance between Lod to Safed is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Lod to Safed.

Where can I stay near Safed?

There are 963+ hotels available in Safed.

Lod to Safed - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lod to Safed by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from ת.רק''ל אהרונוביץ'/דרך ז'בוטינסקי to הפלמ''ח/עלייה ב'bus 980 / ...
3h 10m
₪48–70
Bus via Tiberias Central Bus Station/Alight
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tel Aviv Central Bus Station 7th Floor/Platforms to Tiberias Central Bus Station/Alightbus 836 / ...
4h 26m
₪39–51
Train
1. Take the train from Lod to Karmieltrain באר שבע מרכז-באר שבע<->כרמיאל-כרמיאל
3h 48m
₪56–73
Drive 165.2 km
1. Drive from Lod to Safedcar 165.2 km
1h 59m
₪112–162

Lod to Safed by bus

124Weekly Buses

3h 10mAverage Duration

₪48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 180 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Lod, Israel and Safed, Israel?

Nateeve Express operates a bus from ת.רק''ל אהרונוביץ'/דרך ז'בוטינסקי to הפלמ''ח/עלייה ב' hourly. Tickets cost ₪40–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, Israel Railways operates a train from Lod to Karmiel 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₪40–55 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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