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

The cheapest way to get from Safed to Ashkelon is to bus via Tel Aviv which costs ₪ 40 - ₪ 60 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Safed to Ashkelon is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs ₪ 130 - ₪ 200.

Is there a direct bus between Safed and Ashkelon?

No, there is no direct bus from Safed to Ashkelon. However, there are services departing from Eliyahu Fromenchenko/HaHaluts and arriving at Ben Gurion/Ben Zvi via Kastina Terminal-Malachi to South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Safed to Ashkelon?

The distance between Safed and Ashkelon is 225 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Safed to Ashkelon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs ₪ 60 - ₪ 85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Safed to Ashkelon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Safed to Ashkelon bus from?

Safed to Ashkelon bus services, operated by Nateeve Express, depart from Eliyahu Fromenchenko/HaHaluts station.

Train or bus from Safed to Ashkelon?

The best way to get from Safed to Ashkelon is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs ₪ 60 - ₪ 85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₪ 85 - ₪ 120 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Safed to Ashkelon bus arrive?

Safed to Ashkelon bus services, operated by Nateeve Express, arrive at Kastina Terminal-Malachi to South station.

Can I drive from Safed to Ashkelon?

Yes, the driving distance between Safed to Ashkelon is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Safed to Ashkelon.

Where can I stay near Ashkelon?

There are 151+ hotels available in Ashkelon.

Safed to Ashkelon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Safed to Ashkelon 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 Eliyahu Fromenchenko/HaHaluts to Kastina Terminal-Malachi to Southbus 988
3h 20m
₪60–82
Bus via Tel Aviv
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tiberias Central Bus Station/Platforms to Tel Aviv Central Bus Station 7th Floor/Alightbus 836 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tel Aviv Central Bus Station 6th Floor/Platforms to Ben Gurion/Ben Zvibus 300 / ...
5h 15m
₪43–59
Train
1. Take the train from HaMifrats Central Station/Kav HaHof to Tel Aviv Centertrain נהריה-נהריה<->מודיעין מרכז-מודיעין מכבים רעות / ...
2. Take the train from Tel Aviv Center to Ashkelontrain בנימינה-בנימינה גבעת עדה<->אשקלון-אשקלון / ...
4h 23m
₪85–116
Drive 202.9 km
1. Drive from Safed to Ashkeloncar 202.9 km
2h 30m
₪137–198
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Safed Central Station/Platforms to Merkazit Hamifrats/Alightbus 361 / ...
2. Take the train from HaMifrats Central Station/Kav HaHof to Tel Aviv Haganahtrain
3. Take the train from Tel Aviv Haganah to Ashkelontrain
4h 53m
₪83–115

Safed to Ashkelon by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 20mAverage Duration

₪60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.5 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Nateeve Express operates a bus from Eliyahu Fromenchenko/HaHaluts to Kastina Terminal-Malachi to South 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₪50–75 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from דוד אלעזר/לח''י to Ashkelon via Karmiel Train Station, Karmiel, HaMifrats Central Station/Kav HaHof, and Tel Aviv Center in around 4h 23m.

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