How to get from Jerusalem to Safed by bus?

From Jerusalem to Safed by bus

To get from Jerusalem to Safed in Safed, take the 97 bus from Jerusalem Theater/David Marcus station to National Insurance Institute station. Next, take the 982 bus from String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard station to HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The ride fare is ₪38.50. The bus schedule from Jerusalem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Safed on the Moovit app.

198min₪38.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9797
Bus - 982982
Walk to Safed
Leaves from Jerusalem Theater/David Marcus

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jerusalem Theater/David Marcus
    ID 2142
    150 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9797
    Wait for bus
    97
    Jerusalem
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    National Insurance Institute
    ID 3374
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    String Bridge/Herzl Boulevard
    ID 4216
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 982982
    Wait for bus
    982
    Safed
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold
    ID 51110
    172 min
  • 7
    Walk to Safed
    Walk to
    Safed
    فلسطين, Safed, Tsfat, ישראל
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Jerusalem to Safed by bus via 90 and 982

To get from Jerusalem to Safed in Safed, take the 90 bus from Kibush Katamon/November 29th station to Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim station. Next, take the 982 bus from Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim station to HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 35 min. The ride fare is ₪38.50. The bus schedule from Jerusalem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Safed on the Moovit app.

215min₪38.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9090
Bus - 982982
Walk to Safed
Leaves from Kibush Katamon/November 29th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kibush Katamon/November 29th
    ID 1046
    700 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Herzog Hospital/Givat Shaul
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim
    ID 647
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 982982
    Wait for bus
    982
    Safed
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold
    ID 51110
    170 min
  • 6
    Walk to Safed
    Walk to
    Safed
    فلسطين, Safed, Tsfat, ישראל
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jerusalem to Safed

The distance between Jerusalem and Safed is approximately 215.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 198 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jerusalem to Safed by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Safed – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Jerusalem to Safed

To check the bus schedule from Jerusalem to Safed using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jerusalem) and destination (Safed), 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 Jerusalem to Safed by bus via 90 and 982

To get from Jerusalem to Safed in Safed, take the 90 bus from Kibush Katamon/November 29th station to Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim station. Next, take the 982 bus from Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim station to HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 35 min. The ride fare is ₪38.50. The bus schedule from Jerusalem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Safed on the Moovit app.

215min₪38.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9090
Bus - 982982
Walk to Safed
Leaves from Kibush Katamon/November 29th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kibush Katamon/November 29th
    ID 1046
    700 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Herzog Hospital/Givat Shaul
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ben Gurion/Sha'arei Yerushalayim
    ID 647
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 982982
    Wait for bus
    982
    Safed
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    HaChalutz/Henrietta Szold
    ID 51110
    170 min
  • 6
    Walk to Safed
    Walk to
    Safed
    فلسطين, Safed, Tsfat, ישראל
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 198 minutes, using Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line Jerusalem.

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

    The alternative route takes 215 minutes, using Bus line Jerusalem, Bus line Jerusalem.

  • Is there a direct bus between Jerusalem and Safed?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Jerusalem to Safed?

    The 97 bus line goes from Jerusalem Theater/David Marcus station near Jerusalem in Jerusalem to Jerusalem station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Jerusalem station near Safed.

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

    The total travel time between Jerusalem and Safed by bus is about 3 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the 97 bus from the Jerusalem Theater/David Marcus stop near Jerusalem in Jerusalem.

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

    Get off the bus at the Jerusalem stop, which is closest to Safed.

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

    The ride from Jerusalem to Safed costs ₪38.50.

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