What is the cheapest way to get from Old City to Yad Vashem?

The cheapest way to get from Old City to Yad Vashem is to line 1 tram which costs ₪ 6 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Old City to Yad Vashem?

The fastest way to get from Old City to Yad Vashem is to line 1 tram which takes 35 min and costs ₪ 6.

Is there a direct bus between Old City and Yad Vashem?

No, there is no direct bus from Old City to Yad Vashem. However, there are services departing from Dung gate/Ma'ale HaShalom and arriving at Herzl Boulevard/Har Herzl via Malkhe Israel/Ben Matityahu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Old City and Yad Vashem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Damascus Gate and arriving at Har Herzl. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Old City to Yad Vashem?

The distance between Old City and Yad Vashem is 7 km.

How do I travel from Old City to Yad Vashem without a car?

The best way to get from Old City to Yad Vashem without a car is to line 1 tram which takes 35 min and costs ₪ 6.

How long does it take to get from Old City to Yad Vashem?

The line 1 tram from Damascus Gate to Har Herzl takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Old City to Yad Vashem bus from?

Old City to Yad Vashem bus services, operated by Extra, depart from Dung gate/Ma'ale HaShalom station.

Where do I catch the Old City to Yad Vashem train from?

Old City to Yad Vashem train services, operated by Cfir (Jerusalem Light Rail), depart from Damascus Gate station.

Where does the Old City to Yad Vashem bus arrive?

Old City to Yad Vashem bus services, operated by Extra, arrive at Malkhe Israel/Ben Matityahu station.

Where does the Old City to Yad Vashem train arrive?

Old City to Yad Vashem train services, operated by Cfir (Jerusalem Light Rail), arrive at Har Herzl station.

Where can I stay near Yad Vashem?

There are 687+ hotels available in Yad Vashem.

Old City to Yad Vashem - 5 ways to travel via line 1 tram, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Old City to Yad Vashem by tram, bus, or foot

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Line 1 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Damascus Gate to Har Herzltram 1
35 min
₪6
Line 1 bus, line 39 bus
1. Take the bus from Dung gate/Ma'ale HaShalom to Malkhe Israel/Ben Matityahubus 1
2. Take the bus from Malkhe Israel/Ben Matityahu to Herzl Boulevard/Har Herzlbus 39 / ...
48 min
₪13–16
Bus, line 1 tram
1. Take the bus from Western Wall to Tsahal Square/Yafobus 2 / ...
2. Take the tram from City Hall to Shmaryahu Levintram 1
51 min
₪13–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Old City to Yad Vashemwalk 7.5 km
1h 30m
Line 1 tram via Shmaryahu Levin
1. Take the tram from Damascus Gate to Shmaryahu Levintram 1
42 min
₪6

Old City to Yad Vashem by tram and foot

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Distance: 7.2 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Old City, West Bank and Yad Vashem, Israel?

Cfir (Jerusalem Light Rail) operates a vehicle from Damascus Gate to Har Herzl every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ₪6 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dung gate/Ma'ale HaShalom to Yad Vashem via Malkhe Israel/Ben Matityahu and Herzl Boulevard/Har Herzl in around 48 min.

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