City in Southern District, Israel
Getting around Eilat
How to get around Eilat
Eilat is small: walk the promenade, use buses for hotels and taxis for evenings. For hikes and Timna Park, rent a car; Shabbat reduces service.
Ways to get around Eilat
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| City buses | About 6 ILS | Moovit shows times; limited on Shabbat |
| Taxi | 35–60 ILS for 5 km | Metered; app taxis also work |
| Rental car | From about 150 ILS a day | Best for Timna, Red Canyon and Coral Reserve |
Ride-hailing apps in Eilat
A 5 km ride costs about ₪35–60 ($11.5–19.6).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gett | Metered taxis; limited coverage compared with Tel Aviv |
- Use meter taxis; ask for the meter. Taxi shortages occur at peak.
Arriving in Eilat
Ramon Airport (ETM)
Taxi to Eilat about 100–130 ILS, 25–30 min (18 km). Flights from Tel Aviv and some Europe routes.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: E-scooters and bikes are common on the promenade. Wear a helmet; drivers are fast.
- Driving: on the right. Carry an IDP (1968) with your home licence; rental firms accept most licences. Israeli rentals can't enter Palestinian Area A.
- Onward travel in Israel: Fast trains link Ben Gurion, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa and Beersheba; buses cover the rest. Almost nothing runs from Friday afternoon to Saturday night.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Eilat?
No. Use Gett instead.
What's the best way to get around Eilat?
Eilat is small: walk the promenade, use buses for hotels and taxis for evenings. For hikes and Timna Park, rent a car; Shabbat reduces service.
How do I get from the airport to Eilat?
Taxi to Eilat about 100–130 ILS, 25–30 min (18 km). Flights from Tel Aviv and some Europe routes.
Is Eilat walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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