Friday, Feb 27, 2026 | Significant traffic changes between 05:30 AM and 1:00 PM
The Bank Leumi Tel Aviv Marathon is taking place this Friday. To help you plan your commute efficiently, we have gathered all the information regarding road closures and increased public transportation services π
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π Bus Service Changes
Extensive changes will occur across various bus lines. Please check the following operators:
Egged: 71, 74, 83, 88, 171, 193, 271, 274, 277, 784, 825, 826, 836, 843, 845, 846, 848, 852, 900, 909, 910.
Dan: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18, 19, 23, 25, 33, 39, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45, 46, 54, 57, 61, 62, 63, 65, 66, 72, 82, 89, 116, 125, 142, 161, 172, 189, 238, 289, 418, 463, 466.
Metropoline: 6, 6A, 12, 13, 21, 24, 26, 28, 36, 37, 47, 48, 55, 56, 59, 69, 90, 115, 123, 124, 126, 148, 149, 178, 249, 256, 347, 445, 501, 531, 532, 572, 575, 601, 605, 606, 608 | βΏ Line 299 (Accessibility by pre-booking).
Kavim: 450, 464, 474, 632, 633, 635.
π Israel Railways: Special Services & Important Updates
For Marathon participants: We recommend arriving at the Tel Aviv University – Expo station.
β οΈ Important Notice: Nahariya Station will be temporarily closed for service on Friday, Feb 27, 2026 (starting from the night between Thursday and Friday at 02:00 AM).
Morning Service (To the Marathon):
From Akko (03:11): Stopping at Krayot, Haifa, Binyamina, Netanya, Herzliya, and the TLV University.
From Beer Sheva Central (03:20): Stopping at Lehavim, Kiryat Gat, Mazkeret Batya, Lod, Tel Aviv stations, and the University.
From Ofakim (03:30): Stopping at Netivot, Sderot, Ashkelon, Ashdod, coastal cities, and Tel Aviv.
From Modi’in Central: Departures at 03:48, 04:20, 04:47, 05:20.
From Herzliya (Sharon Ring): Departures at 04:20, 05:20 (via Raanana, Kfar Saba, and Petah Tikva).
From Rehovot (04:50): Stopping at Lod and Tel Aviv stations.
Afternoon Service (Returning Home):
From TLV University to Modi’in: 11:58.
From TLV University to Herzliya (via Sharon Ring): 12:15.
From TLV University to Akko: 12:40.
From TLV University Southbound (Ashkelon/Beer Sheva): Departures at 10:42, 11:42, 12:42, 13:42.
β οΈ Please note that when validating a train ride – the ride must be opened and closed in the app – even if the train gates are open.
π« Main Road Closures
Starting at 03:30 AM, the following routes (and their intersecting streets) will be closed:
North: Rokach Blvd, Ibn Gabirol, Shai Agnon, Levi Eshkol, Prof. Yuval Ne’eman, Amichai Yehuda, Batya Lishansky, Itzhak Artzi, 2040 St, Shoshana Persitz, Tel Baruch Promenade, Tel Aviv Port, Chaf Gimmel Yordei HaSira.
Center & West: HaYarkon St, Herbert Samuel (Coast Road), Dizengoff, Ben Gurion Blvd, Tarsat Blvd, King George, Ben Zion Blvd, Habima Square, Rothschild Blvd, Marmorek, Huberman, Kaplan.
South: Kaufmann, Goldman, Clock Tower Square, Retzif HaAliya HaShniya, Jaffa Port, Eilat St, Yefet, Shalvim.
β οΈ Namir Road: Closed between Glilot Junction and Halacha Interchange (both directions) from 05:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
Detailed information on alternative bus routes, train schedules, and canceled stops is available now in the app.
Have a safe and enjoyable run! πββοΈ
It is recommended to plan your trip in advance π₯. *There might be unexpected changes.*
Moovit is updated with latest changes that are being published by the bus operators and the Ministry of Transportation.
Safe travels π
The Moovit Team