Tel Aviv to Ashkelon by train
Ashkelon lies 50 km (31 mi) south-west of Tel Aviv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 43 min at the speeds typical of Israel rail, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Tel Aviv | Ashkelon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Israel | Israel |
| Population | 432,892 | 144,073 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) |
| Stations on record | Tel Aviv – Savidor Central railway station, Tel Aviv – HaShalom railway station, Tel Aviv – University railway station | Ashkelon Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Ashkelon from Tel Aviv?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Tel Aviv; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tel Aviv to Ashkelon by train?
About 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tel Aviv and Ashkelon?
No, both are on Asia/Jerusalem at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.