How to get from Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus?

From Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus

To get from Ramallah to Jerusalem you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 218 bus from Ramallah Terminal station to Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 299 bus and finally take the 77A bus from Teddy Stadium/Beitar station to Jerusalem Theater/Dubnov station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is ₪16.00. The bus schedule from Ramallah may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Jerusalem on the Moovit app.

88min₪16.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 218218
Bus - 299299
Bus - 77A77A
Walk to Jerusalem
Leaves from Ramallah Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ramallah Terminal
    ID 65447
    820 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 218218
    Wait for bus
    218
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
    ID 63469
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Qalandia Crossing
    ID 63470
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 299299
    Wait for bus
    299
    Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Teddy Stadium/Beitar
    ID 222
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Teddy Stadium/Beitar
    ID 202
    300 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 77A77A
    Wait for bus
    77A
    French Hill Terminal/Bar Kochba
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jerusalem Theater/Dubnov
    ID 1380
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Jerusalem
    Walk to
    Jerusalem
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus via 218, 299 and 18

To get from Ramallah to Jerusalem you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 218 bus from Ramallah Terminal station to Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 299 bus and finally take the 18 bus from String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard station to Museum of Islam/HaNasi station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is ₪16.00. The bus schedule from Ramallah may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Jerusalem on the Moovit app.

92min₪16.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 218218
Bus - 299299
Bus - 1818
Walk to Jerusalem
Leaves from Ramallah Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ramallah Terminal
    ID 65447
    820 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 218218
    Wait for bus
    218
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
    ID 63469
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Qalandia Crossing
    ID 63470
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 299299
    Wait for bus
    299
    Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard
    ID 1540
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard
    ID 4216
    140 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Malha Train Station Parking/Drop-off
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Museum of Islam/HaNasi
    ID 1914
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Jerusalem
    Walk to
    Jerusalem
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ramallah to Jerusalem

The distance between Ramallah and Jerusalem is approximately 27.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Jerusalem – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Ramallah to Jerusalem

To check the bus schedule from Ramallah to Jerusalem using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ramallah) and destination (Jerusalem), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus via 218, 299 and 18

To get from Ramallah to Jerusalem you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 218 bus from Ramallah Terminal station to Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 299 bus and finally take the 18 bus from String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard station to Museum of Islam/HaNasi station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is ₪16.00. The bus schedule from Ramallah may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Jerusalem on the Moovit app.

92min₪16.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 218218
Bus - 299299
Bus - 1818
Walk to Jerusalem
Leaves from Ramallah Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ramallah Terminal
    ID 65447
    820 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 218218
    Wait for bus
    218
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off
    ID 63469
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Qalandia Crossing
    ID 63470
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 299299
    Wait for bus
    299
    Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard
    ID 1540
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard
    ID 4216
    140 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Malha Train Station Parking/Drop-off
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Museum of Islam/HaNasi
    ID 1914
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Jerusalem
    Walk to
    Jerusalem
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ramallah to Jerusalem?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line 77A.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ramallah to Jerusalem?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line Jerusalem.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ramallah and Jerusalem?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ramallah to Jerusalem?

    The 218 bus line goes from Ramallah Terminal station near Ramallah in Ramallah to Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off station near Jerusalem.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ramallah to Jerusalem by bus?

    The total travel time between Ramallah and Jerusalem by bus is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ramallah to get to Jerusalem?

    Get on the 218 bus from the Ramallah Terminal stop near Ramallah in Ramallah.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ramallah and Jerusalem?

    Get off the bus at the Qalandiya Crossing/Drop Off stop, which is closest to Jerusalem.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ramallah to Jerusalem?

    The ride from Ramallah to Jerusalem costs ₪16.00.

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