City in Jerusalem District, Israel
Getting around Jerusalem
How to get around Jerusalem
The light rail runs from Mount Herzl to Pisgat Ze'ev through downtown. Walk the Old City; use buses or taxis elsewhere. Shabbat shuts most transport.
Ways to get around Jerusalem
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Light rail | About 6 ILS | Pay with Rav-Kav; stops near Jaffa Gate and the market |
| Egged buses | About 6 ILS | Moovit shows live times; no Shabbat service |
| Taxi / Gett | 35–60 ILS for 5 km | Metered; ask for the meter |
Ride-hailing apps in Jerusalem
A 5 km ride costs about ₪35–60 ($11.5–19.6).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gett | Metered taxis; accepts cards and English |
- Use the meter or Gett. Sherut shared taxis serve some routes; none run on Shabbat except Arab-run taxis.
Arriving in Jerusalem
Ben Gurion (TLV) (TLV)
Train to Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon station, about 30–40 min, then light rail. Nesher shared taxi (sherut) door-to-door runs 24 hours.
Driving and onward travel
- 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 Jerusalem?
No. Use Gett instead.
What's the best way to get around Jerusalem?
The light rail runs from Mount Herzl to Pisgat Ze'ev through downtown. Walk the Old City; use buses or taxis elsewhere. Shabbat shuts most transport.
How do I get from the airport to Jerusalem?
Train to Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon station, about 30–40 min, then light rail. Nesher shared taxi (sherut) door-to-door runs 24 hours.
Is Jerusalem walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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