Tel Aviv to Ashdod by ferry
Ashdod lies 34 km (21 mi) south of Tel Aviv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 34 km (21 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 1 h 3 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Tel Aviv | Ashdod | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Israel | Israel |
| Population | 432,892 | 226,838 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) |
| Port | Tel Aviv Port | Port of Ashdod |
Where to book ferries from Tel Aviv to Ashdod
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Common questions
How far is Ashdod from Tel Aviv?
34 km (21 mi) in a straight line, south of Tel Aviv; by road roughly 42 km (26 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tel Aviv to Ashdod by ferry?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tel Aviv and Ashdod?
No, both are on Asia/Jerusalem at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.