Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Tel Aviv HaShalom Tel Aviv |
| Start |
| 07:00 |
| 2 | Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon Jerusalem | 07:28 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Israel railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem As a high-speed train, it is a high-speed service operating on a dedicated or upgraded corridor at greatly reduced journey time compared to conventional trains.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 2 stops with a total scheduled time of 0h 28m, averaging out to approximately 60 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem offers 1 travel class: Adult. The lowest published fare is ILS 31 for Adult, while the highest-class fare is ILS 31 for Adult. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem are sold by Israel Railways through the official booking portal at rail.co.il. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. High-speed trains require reserved seating and operate strictly to timetable — last-minute boarding is rarely possible after the scheduled departure time. Coach numbers, seat row, and platform are all confirmed on the e-ticket or booking confirmation; do not rely on the seat being available unreserved.
This Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem page is part of the TrainsTracking Israel timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the Israel Railways network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through rail.co.il. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
Reserved seating
Book Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem tickets at rail.co.il, the official Israel Railways portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit Israel RailwaysIsrael Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem departs at 07:00 and arrives at the final destination at 07:28. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 0h 28m. Times use the official Israel timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with Israel Railways on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem fares start from approximately ILS 31 for Adult class and go up to ILS 31 for Adult. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through rail.co.il for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem are sold through rail.co.il, the official Israel Railways booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem makes 2 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Tel Aviv HaShalom and ends at Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon. Major intermediate stops include the stations listed in the timetable above. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with Israel Railways before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, rail.co.il typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
Israel Railways Tel Aviv-Jerusalem offers 1 travel class: Adult. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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