How to get to Haifa from Ben Gurion Airport

Getting from Tel Aviv to Haifa

If you are in Haifa, which has its own airport, yet need to get to Ben Gurion, then rejoice, as AtoB has all the answers to your transport-related questions. In this article, we shall go over the most-popular ways that one could get between this coastal city, and the country’s largest airport. The journey from Haifa to Ben Gurion, or vice versa, can be completed either by private or public transportation. Depending on your travel needs, as well as your individual preference for comfort and luxury, you can select between a variety of different means in the article below. We would like to wish you safe travels, and hope that all of your questions are answered.

Is there a Train from Haifa to Ben Gurion Airport?

Thankfully, there is a direct train from Tel Aviv airport to Haifa, and vice versa. In just 1 hour and 30 minutes, one can get between the two destinations, enjoying a beautiful journey with seaviews along the way. Tickets cost around 10 to 15 euros, although prices can differ, depending on the day and time you purchase them, as well as how far in advance.

If you are starting your journey from Haifa, you must first head to the central station “HaShmona”, where your train will be departing from. Make sure to check the departure board at the station to guarantee you are taking the correct train.

Once you have located the platform, jump on the train and enjoy the ride, there is not much more to explain.

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Getting a Bus from Haifa to Ben Gurion Airport

The bus, sadly, is much less convenient; with a total of 3 bus changes that need to make, and a total transit time of 2 hours and 20 minutes. Alas, we shall still cover it, as we understand that some people prefer taking buses than trains.

From the airport, at terminal 3, the first bus to catch is the number 5 bus to Golan/Negev. Once there, disembark and make the connection with the next bus, the 506 to the Tel Aviv train station Savidor/Namir. This journey will take around 22 minutes, with 9 intermediate stops along the way.

Once at the station, you are ready to catch your final bus, the 910 to Haifa. This journey will be the longest, at 1 hour and 15 minutes total travel time.

You will need to get off at Hof HaKarmel central station, from where you can make any connection you may need to get to your final destination.

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How Far is Haifa from Ben Gurion Airport

When travelling by car, you will have ahead of you a total distance of 115 kilometres, making this journey quite a large one, at least for Israeli standards. You can expect a total transit time of 1 hour and 20 minutes, although this can change, depending on traffic conditions, and other road-related issues.

Cheapest Transportation from Ben Gurion Airport to Haifa

Your cheapest option for traveling from Haifa to Tel Aviv is by train. Although they are quite inexpensive, trains have one drawback: the lack of comfort they provide. If they are just paying €15 for their journey, some people may not find it a major inconvenience to be a little uncomfortable for a few hours. But for certain people, including those who are carrying a lot of luggage, have young children, or have elderly parents, travelingwith public transport simply isn’t an option. In the part after this one, we’d like to give you some details about our airport transfer service, which provides a comfortable, private transport to the airport for a budget-friendly price.

How Much is a Taxi from Haifa to Ben Gurion Airport

From:

Ben Gurion

Airport

To:

Haifa

City centre

24 kilometers 30 minutes

Vehicle Class	People	Luggage	Price
Economy	4	3	€270.00
Business	3	2	€405.00
First Class	3	2	€730.00
Economy Van	7	6	€440.00
Business Van	7	6	€490.00
Economy Van+	8	7	€450.00

Booking a Taxi from Ben Gurion to Haifa

To reserve that dependable, affordable transfer we’ve been talking about, visit our booking portal and enter the right pickup day and time. You can provide a particular address there because we offer a door-to-door service in Haifa. Once you’ve done that, visit the page after that to get a detailed list of all the vehicles that are suitable for this trip. Then, using our add-on services, proceed to customize the solution that best suits you.

Go to the checkout page to finish placing your order after customizing your ride. As soon as the payment is finished, you will receive an email with a booking confirmation, a basic itinerary, and an invoice. On the day of your pickup, you will also receive a second email with your driver’s contact information. Make sure to get in touch with them to find out about any important facts you should be aware of.

And just as easy as that, you have reserved a dependable and comfortable ride to the airport.