Public transportation

Language barriers, crime, transportation harming Arab economy, experts say

According to experts, the Arab economy in Israel is plagued by a lack of Hebrew skills, high crime rates, and subpar public transportation. A recent event sought to find a solution.

THE ARAB-ISRAELI city of Umm al-Fahm in the foreground and Wadi Ara in the background.
An illustrative image of a man in handcuffs, being arrested.

Israel Police arrest 30-year-old for trying to light a child on fire on public transportation

Gaps in Israel’s grid capacity, public transport systems, waste treatment facilities, and regulatory frameworks mean that many innovations to improve the environment cannot be deployed at a meaningful scale.

Israel’s infrastructure paradox: Innovation without environmental foundations - opinion

People walking and running in the park

Study shows more walking during commutes can improve health, without increasing travel time


The road less traveled doesn’t exist: The future of Israel's traffic jams, public transport woes

It’s no secret to Israelis that our country has a transportation problem. But despite public awareness, it’s not getting any better.

 An illustrative image of slow-moving traffic on Israel's Ayalon Highway.

Israeli public transport fares to rise for second time in less than a year

Bus and train fares in Israel will significantly rise this Friday to fund the “Transportation Justice” reform, though the quality of public transport will remain low.

 Buses in central Jerusalem, February 12, 2025

Man steals a bus in Rehovot 'to get home for the Seder'

The man was arrested by police for driving recklessly and overturning a bus in a parking lot in central Israel.

 The bus that a resident of Shafir overturned in Rehovot on Saturday April 13, 2025.

Light rail, heavy headache: What Jerusalemites think of the light rail construction

The Red Line was suspended for five days this past week. Beyond the inconvenience, where do the municipality and Jerusalemites stand on construction of the new lines to come?

  Signage at a light rail stop in Jerusalem indicate that the line is closed due to expansion work.

Grapevine: Well wishes to Idan Amedi

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 ISRAELI ACTOR (‘Fauda’) and reserve soldier Idan Amedi, who was seriously wounded in the Gaza Strip, attends a press conference upon his release from the Sheba Medical Center in January.

No trains, only tests: Jerusalem Light Rail suspended for expansion

Starting on February 9, the light rail system will be required to conduct a series of safety tests in order to obtain the necessary permits to meet international regulations.

 Pisgat Ze'ev Center Mall and light rail station.

Bus companies launch a new and upgraded customer service center in Beersheba

Expanded customer service center offers improved assistance for southern Israel’s public transport passengers.

 Expanding the service in Beersheba

CAF Israel president: Israel Railways must bring in more players

"What is needed is 200 kilometers to connect the Saudi railway network to the Israeli one — via Jordan," said CAF Israel president Mickey Raviv.

 Israelis use the train transportation system after a long weekend on a very crowded Sunday, Karmiel and Beer Sheva stations, on May 28, 2023.

Egged CEO: We provide Israel with transport security

The week of October 7, more than 1,300 drivers showed up to assist in the transfer of combat units and the evacuation of residents.

Egged public transport to the Western Wall in Jerusalem

Traveling by bus? Here's how to save 35% on your monthly payment

With Pango, you can pay for public transportation easily, efficiently, and affordably. The app allows users to apply discount profiles and even offers additional perks that help save even more money.

 Paying for public transportation with your phone