Day trip from Jerusalem to Bet Shemesh
Bet Shemesh lies 22 km (13 mi) west of Jerusalem, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 22 km (13 mi) apart, Bet Shemesh is a realistic day trip from Jerusalem: about 21 min each way by road.
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| Jerusalem | Bet Shemesh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Israel | Israel |
| Population | 971,800 | 124,957 |
| Elevation | 786 m (2,579 ft) | 282 m (925 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) |
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Common questions
How far is Bet Shemesh from Jerusalem?
22 km (13 mi) in a straight line, west of Jerusalem; by road roughly 26 km (16 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jerusalem to Bet Shemesh by road?
About 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jerusalem and Bet Shemesh?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.