Welcome to Tiberias Old City, Tiberias, Israel

Reaching Tiberias Old City is a journey to a town of rich history located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee (Kinneret). Below are the ways to arrive in Tiberias Old City from major transit points in Israel.

By Air

If you are coming from outside Israel, you will likely arrive at Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv. From the airport, you can:

• Rent a car and drive to Tiberias, which is approximately 145 km (90 miles) away with an estimated driving time of 2 hours.
• Use public transportation (bus/train), taking a train from the airport to Tel Aviv's central bus station and then a bus to Tiberias.

By Bus

Public buses to Tiberias are operated by Egged, the national bus company. You can catch direct buses to Tiberia from major cities such as:

• Jerusalem: Direct buses run regularly from the Central Bus Station.
• Tel Aviv: From the New Central Bus Station, there are frequent buses throughout the day.
• Haifa: Buses to Tiberias depart from Haifa's Hof HaCarmel Central Bus Station and the Lev Hamifratz Bus Station.

Make sure to check the Egged website for the latest schedules and fares.

By Car

Driving in Israel is relatively straightforward with well-marked signs. To reach Tiberias Old City:

• From Tel Aviv: Take Route 2 north to Route 65 at the Iron interchange, and then Route 77 which leads directly to Tiberias.
• From Jerusalem: Take Route 1 and then Route 6 to Route 66, which will bring you to Route 77 and then to Tiberias.
• From Haifa: You can take Route 75, leading to Route 77 and directly to Tiberias.

Private Transfers and Taxis

For more comfort or if traveling in a group, you might consider a private taxi or a shared taxi service known as a "sherut." Book in advance for direct service to Tiberias.

Train

While there is no direct train service to Tiberias, you can take a train to nearby cities such as Afula and then switch to a bus or taxi to Tiberias.

Important Tips:

• During Jewish holidays and the Shabbat (sunset Friday to sunset Saturday), public transport may not be available or will have a reduced schedule.
• Always check the latest schedule and plan your trip accordingly.
• Carry cash for buses and taxis, though cards are widely accepted in other services.

We hope this guide has been helpful in planning your trip to the historic and beautiful Tiberias Old City. Enjoy your visit!