Tel Aviv to Haifa
By The Visit Israel Editorial Team · Last updated
Tel Aviv to Haifa is one of the easiest hops in Israel — about 90 km up the coast — and the train makes it almost effortless. Here is how the train, bus and a rental car stack up, and when each one makes sense.
At a glance
| Option | Duration | Typical cost | Frequency | Shabbat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Israel Railways) | 57 min–1h05 | ₪27–35 (~$7.50–10) | Every 20–30 min | No |
| Intercity bus | 1h30–2h | ₪27–35 (~$7.50–10) | Frequent | No |
| Rental car (drive) | ~1h | Fuel + rental | Anytime | Yes |
| Private taxi | ~1h | ₪350–450 (~$95–122) | On demand | Yes |
Trains leave from any of Tel Aviv’s four stations (HaHagana, HaShalom, Savidor Central, University) and arrive at Haifa’s central stations. Public fares use a Rav-Kav card; check live times before you travel.
Which should you choose?
- • Almost everyone: the train — it runs from all four Tel Aviv city stations to Haifa in about an hour, frequent and immune to coastal-road traffic.
- • On a tight budget or near a bus terminal: the intercity bus costs about the same but is slower in traffic.
- • Exploring the coast (Caesarea, Akko) en route or travelling on Shabbat: a rental car or a taxi, since trains and buses pause for Shabbat.
Keep planning
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to get from Tel Aviv to Haifa? +
The train. Israel Railways runs the coastal line from all four Tel Aviv stations to Haifa in about an hour, every 20–30 minutes, for roughly ₪27–35. It is faster and more reliable than the bus.
How long is the train from Tel Aviv to Haifa? +
About 57 minutes to 1 hour 5 minutes depending on the service, with express trains at the quicker end. Trains run every 20–30 minutes through the day.
Does the Tel Aviv to Haifa train run on Shabbat? +
No. The train and intercity buses stop from Friday afternoon to Saturday night. On Shabbat, use a rental car, a private taxi or a ride app.
By The Visit Israel Editorial Team · Last updated