How to Travel from Amman to Jerusalem: Everything to Know About Crossing this Border

Crossing the Border Between Amman and Jerusalem

Did you know there’s a way you can cross from Jordan to Israel and back without getting your passport stamped by either country?

Did you know there’s a way you can get from Amman to Jerusalem in just a few hours?

Well if the answer to either of these questions is “no”, or “yes, but how?”, then this is the article for you!

Because not only does this advice stop you paying twice for a Jordanian visa, or having to buy a multi-entry visa in the first place, it also allows you to visit Jerusalem and still have access to visit the full spectrum of Middle Eastern countries subsequently.

So listen in people, I’ve got the full lowdown on this magical border crossing from Amman to Jerusalem right here, so read on.


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Getting to the Border from Amman

Jordan, Amman, Umbrella Street

So the first thing you need to know is that the only border where you can cross from Amman to Jerusalem and back on your single entry Jordan visa is the King Hussein / Allenby Bridge border crossing.

This is the closest border to the capital Amman and getting there on public transport is quite simple.

If you’re staying somewhere in central downtown Amman, like the excellent Jordan Towers, then a taxi to the Jett Bus Station in the north of the city will set you back just 3 JD (Jordanian Dinar).

Set off early to get to the Jett Bus Station for 6am, because the bus leaves at 6:30am sharp (as I found out) and there will be a big queue for tickets (as I found out!)

Alternatively, be organised and buy your ticket the day before!

You should also get some NIS (New Israeli Shekels) the day before your arrival too, which are easy to obtain from any of the foreign exchange offices in Amman – they offer much better rates than at the border.

The Jett Bus will take 1 hour to reach the King Hussein Border.

 

Navigating the King Hussein Border

Jordan, Transport, Jett Buss

Once you arrive at the border, head into the departure section and hand your passport in with a 13 JD exit tax.

Then take a seat. Wait until your name is called.

When it is, head out of immigration and proceed to the Jett Shuttle Bus.

Your passport will then be handed back to you on the bus with your exit stamp on a separate piece of paper.

You’ll then drive to the Allenby Bridge border – a ride you shouldn’t have to pay for after buying your Jett Bus ticket in Amman (show your ticket as proof if required).

Expect a traffic queue as you approach the Israeli side due to rigorous security checks.

 

Navigating the Allenby Bridge Border

Israel, Bethlehem, Cityscape

Get out of the shuttle bus and head into the Israeli immigration building.

Even though you’re technically in the West Bank here, Israel controls the border crossing.

Put your bags through the scanner and queue up to see an official who you’ll give you a yellow sticker for the outside of your passport.

Put your bag through another scanner, but don’t send your passport off with it, as you’ll need to show it and the yellow sticker to another official before walking through a scanner yourself.

Then proceed to passport control.

After a series of questions, you should get an entry sticker – although you may have to fill in extra forms or see a security official at this point to get into the country.

 

Getting to Jerusalem from the Border

Israel, Jerusalem, Temple Mount

Exit the Allenby Bridge immigration building and turn right, walking past a number of coaches.

Walk round the corner to find the shared taxis (minivans) that are heading direct to Jerusalem.

Costing 45 NIS (New Israeli Shekels) + 8 NIS per bag, you’ll reach Jerusalem from here in under an hour.

You should arrive near the Damascus Gate of the Old City and from there you can hop on the Light Rail.

Single Light Rail tickets costs 5.90 NIS and can be bought using card or cash at the machines on the platform.

Papert tickets no longer exist on public transport here, so you’ll need to buy a Rav Kav card and then load your money onto this.

You can buy your Rav Kav card at any central station, as well as kiosks around the city and load them with credit in most stations.

Egged is a great resource for learning more about public transport in Jerusalem.

Otherwise, grab a taxi to take you to Jerusalem’s New City where your accommodation is likely to be.

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Returning to Amman from Jerusalem

Jordan, Amman, Cityscape

To return to Amman from Jerusalem, head to Damascus Gate and from there walk to the shared taxi station (minivan depot).

Pay 45 NIS to get to the Allenby Bridge (you can change any spare NIS for JD you may have here too, but don’t forget the Israeli exit fee.)

Drive to the Allenby Bridge border.

Pay the Israel exit fee of 200 NIS and get your exit card.

Depart the Allenby Bridge immigration and get the Jett Bus from outside it to the King Hussein border point for 7 JD + luggage fee.

Enter the Jordan Immigration building and enjoy the chaos!

Clear immigration (without getting an entry stamp) and take a collective minibus back to Amman for 5 JD.

***If you’re within the first 1 month of your Jordan visa you will be able re-enter on the same single entry visa, so try to time your visit from Amman to Jerusalem to coincide with this.***

 

Beware of the Holidays!

Israel, Jerusalem, Doors

It’s also worth finding out if any of the days you intend to cross the King Hussein / Allenby Bridge border are either Islamic or Jewish holidays.

If they are, then expect borders to shut early, be super busy or even be closed entirely.

It’s also worth noting that this border closes at lunchtime on Friday and Saturdays to coincide with Holy Days regardless, so make sure you cross early in the morning if you’re transiting on either of these days.

There’s also no transport on the Light Rail during the Shabbat, so if you arrive into Jerusalem on a Friday evening or Saturday, you’ll need to take a taxi.

 

Returning to Amman from Tel Aviv

Israel, Tel Aviv, Beach

If you heading to Tel Aviv from Jerusalem, then you’ll be pleased to know you can also get back to Amman from Tel Aviv in just a few hours too.

First get the Egged Bus from Tel Aviv Central Bus Station to Jerusalem, which will cost you 18 NIS.

Arrive at Jerusalem’s Central Station and catch the Light Rail from outside there to Damascus Gate (5.90 NIS). You can use credit on your Rav Kav or load on more credit at any Light Rail station.

Then follow the instruction above…

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So that’s my complete guide when it comes to crossing the border from Amman to Jerusalem.

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74 thoughts on “How to Travel from Amman to Jerusalem: Everything to Know About Crossing this Border

  1. Magali Carusotti says:

    Hi, thanks for such detailed info! We’re in Amman now and were planning on driving to Petra tomorrow but there’s flash floods preventing us from doing so. Therefore we’re researching Jerusalem as our wonderful consolation prize. We’re Americans, do you think it’s safe for us to do this road trip through Palestine? Thanks!

    • Steph says:

      Hi Magali, wonderful to hear from some fellow Middle Eastern adventurers! Can’t believe the road to Petra is flooded though – wow! I found Jerusalem safe as a visitor and I don’t see why being from the States would put you more at risk than being British per say. That said, I used public transport and didn’t attempt to make the crossing in a hired vehicle. I honestly don’t know how this security situation would pan out. Sorry I can’t help more, but without direct experience, it would be unwise for me to offer an opinion. Look forward to hearing how you get on.
      Best Steph

    • Rita says:

      Hi, I know this reply is a bit late for you, but we (2 American women) just returned from a road trip through Palestine via Amman. We drove from Amman in a private car to Bethlehem. We stayed at the must-see Walled Off Hotel and hired a guide to escort us on a day trip to Jerusalem. Our guide met us at the hotel, we walked through a checkpoint (20 minutes at 10 am) and from there took a public bus to Damascus gate. We returned the same way that night. After our guide left, my girfriend and I walked to dinner and felt completely safe. The next day we drove to Ramallah and then back to Amman. We felt completely safe the entire time and had the most amazing experience. I highly recommend it!

      • Steph says:

        Thanks Rita, this is great to know. It sounds like a fab trip and appreciate you leaving the comments for other travellers who can afford private drivers. Wishing you happy travels – I would definitely like to check out this hotel one day 🙂

  2. Dolène says:

    Hello
    Thanks so much for this article ! We are a French couple. From Amman we would like to go 2days to Jerusalem. I read in your article that for the single entry visa it’s mandatory to enter by Hussein bridge. It means that is not possible to go from Jerusalem to Petra (by Eliat in Israel) ? If i understood well.
    Thanks so much

    • Steph says:

      Hi Dolene, that is correct. When I last checked, the only crossing point where you could re-enter Jordan on the single entry visa was the Hussein Bridge. As such, you’re right to think this won’t be possible down at the Eliat crossing. Safe travels 🙂

  3. Sage says:

    Hello,
    I have noticed that you said there would be no record of visiting Jerusalem if returning to Amman. That is correct, but if you cross from Jerusalem into Amman, you will receive an entry stamp stating you entered Jordan from the Israel side. With that stamp, some other Arab countries will not allow you entry.

    • Steph says:

      Hi Sage, when I crossed back through the King Hussien bridge crossing I received no entry stamp from Jordan and returned back to Amman on my single entry visa. There was no record of me having been in Israel. That was my personal experience. Thanks Steph

    • Steph says:

      Leopoldo that is amazing to hear and thank you so much for writing back to let me know. Enjoy the rest of your time in this amazing part of the world 🙂

      • Anita says:

        hi Steph we are a group of Hindu like to visit in the same process holding a Indian Passport. is it possible for us. indian need prior visa for israel
        in general.

  4. Boby says:

    Thanks for the brief info. Is it possible to not return to Amman? In this case I am thinking to exit Israel from Tel Aviv’s airport to Europe for example? Can I ask Jordan exit stamp at the Hussein Bridge? Then what will happen when I check in at the Israelian passport control? Do they still give only sticker? And what will happen when I hand my passport at the exit gate of Immigration at the airport? I don’t want Israelian visa/stamp in my passport.
    Thank you.

    • Steph says:

      Hi Boby, these are great questions, but sadly I don’t the answer as this isn’t the route I took and I would hate to advise you the wrong thing. Perhaps it might be better to cross at one of the other border points into Israel from Jordan – at any of the other crossings, I believe you will get an exit stamp from Jordan and I’m wondering if this might fair you better? Not sure. There’s no golden rule, but in general Israel doesn’t give stamps, just the stickers, which you need to keep hold of until you exit, obviously! Good luck 🙂

      • Steph says:

        Pradeep, I can’t advise you on this I’m afraid – you would need to view information from the correct immigration department to ascertain the latest facts.
        Thanks, Steph

  5. Pamela Ann Schembri says:

    thanks for the detailed info. we will be in amman for two weeks in the easter holidays. guess since it is a jewish public holiday we won’t be able to go to israel from jordan 🙁

    • Steph says:

      Hi Pamela, delighted to post was able to help you. Not entirely sure about the Israeli public holiday during the time of your visit – you’d be best to try and google the effect it may have on borders and / or enquire more on the ground in Amman, I found the guys at Jordan Towers particularly helpful in this regard. Best of luck and happy travels 🙂

  6. Mhel R says:

    Am a Filipino currently working in KSA and our group here is planning for a trip to Jordan for 5 nights and will embark a side trip to Jerusalem for one night and be back to Amman and return to KSA the following day. My Question is can we enter Jerusalem as per your guide and tips or do we need to multiple visa to return back to Amman and head back to Riyadh. Thanks.

    • Steph says:

      Hi there, thanks so much for your question, but as I’m not Filipino or an immigration expert, I sadly don’t know the answer to your question. I would love to be able to help further, but would hate to send you the wrong info. You really are best to seek embassy advice. Many thanks and good luck, Steph 🙂

  7. Jaime Luis Castillo says:

    Hi, we will arrive at Amman airport,buy the Jordan pass and then we will stay one night there, the next day we want to plan to go to Jerusalem for 1 day 1/2. Do you know what is the total price to go to Jerusalem and back to Amman? the cheapest way.
    Do you know if there are jett bus in the afternoon (+/- 16h00) to go from Jerusalem to Amman?
    Thanks 🙂

    • Steph says:

      Hi Jaime – all the prices I am aware of are contained within this post. I’m not sure about an afternoon bus, to the border because you need to give yourself enough time to cross the border etc before it closes. I’d honestly advise getting a morning bus if you can to allow ample time. 1.5 days is a very short amount of time for Jerusalem – I’m not sure how much you’ll be able to take in – it’s a rich place on so many levels.

  8. Ken Steil says:

    I see from your post to go to the Jett Bus station for a 6:30 am bus to Amman. Does the Jett Buss station have a name? Or is there only one Jett Bus Station in Amman. I am not sure where to ask the taxi driver in Amman to go to get the correct bus. Also, the Jett bus returns to Amman from Jerusalem at 18:oo but how can that be since the border closes on Saturday at 1:30 or 3:30. Not sure the correct time it closes but definitely before 18:00.

    • Steph says:

      Hi Ken, thanks for your questions. I believe there is only one Jett Bus station, just north of downtown Amman, but why not check with your hotel to be 100% sure and get them to liaise with a taxi driver if needs be. The other alternative is to locate it on Google Maps to verify. Jett Buses don’t go from Jerusalem to Amman, they leave from the Jordanian side of the border – King Hussein Bridge – and travel to Amman from there. You would be best to check in their Amman office (or with your hotel) regarding the latest bus times and border openings, especially when it comes to Fri / Sat because, as you point out, the border does shut earlier on these days.

  9. Katey says:

    Is there any financial advantage to fly directly into Tel-Aviv and then fly out of Amman or is it better to fly in and out of Amman? What is the difference in fees? Would prefer to only have to cross the border once if it’s reasonable to do so?

    • Steph says:

      Hi Katey, thanks for the question, but it’s really hard for me to discuss flight prices in general without knowing where you’re flying from or when among a whole heap of other factors.

      What I can tell you is that far more budget airlines operate to Tel Aviv than Amman, which is an indicator, but not a definitive when it comes to cheap flights.

      Also return flights to the same destination tend to be cheaper than 2 one-ways / or multi city flights, which is essentially what you’re doing if you fly into Tel Aviv and out of Amman or visa versa.

      I would hazard a guess that flying into and out of Tel Aviv is your cheapest option, flights-wise, but you have to factor in the price of travel Israel in general here, which is higher than Jordan, and also how the visa requirements work this way round.

      I only crossed from Amman to Israel and back, not the other way, so I can’t speak for what restrictions/procedures might apply if you try to do this in reverse. You can certainly cross the border once – and although you may pay more for flights, you’ll save money and time when it comes to on the ground travel costs this way.

      Hope that helps

      Thanks
      Steph

  10. Marie says:

    Thanks Steph for this interesting article, can you do this journey in one day or would you recommend to stay one night in Jerusalem? I am visiting a friend in Amman first week of May and wanted to take the opportunity to visit Jerusalem as well , guided tours are quite expensive and it would be super If I can do it on my own
    Warm regards
    Marie

    • Steph says:

      Hi Marie, sorry but not quite sure I understand your question… you can easily cross from Amman to Jerusalem in a day as I’ve outlined in the post. The whole intention is to then visit Jerusalem – I’m not sure why you would cross and then not spend a day there? Or are you carrying onto to Tel Aviv perhaps? I’m a little confused, so maybe help me out with a few more details and I can answer your question. In any rate, I suggest at least 3 days for your Jerusalem itinerary – there’s a lot to see and take in there. And definitely no need to take a guided tour, easy to do by yourself and the place I stayed actually offered free tours of the Old City – a whole morning for free and well worth it. There are articles containing all the details on my blog, so just search Jerusalem in the search box and you’ll find more info. Best Steph 🙂

  11. Karin says:

    So, some additional information from April/May 2019. (Not Ramadan.)
    Just my experience, policies may change. Check the Jewish holidays in advance, the Palestinian/Israeli border is sometimes closed. You can find the information here: http://www.iaa.gov.il/en-US/borders/alenbi/Pages/default.aspx

    From Amman to Jerusalem
    1. Get the Jett Bus from Abdali to the border at 6:30. It’s the easiest way and you don’t have to pay again for the shuttle over the bridge.
    2. Leaving Jordan there will be a mess at the departures office as there are no signs which counter is for what. Go first to pay the 10 JD exit tax. You’ll get a receipt which you then give with your passport to the officer on the counter in front. Then go to the bus. Without your passport! Nobody will have their passport, don’t worry! Once the bus is full an officer will come in and start giving everyone the passport by calling out the names.
    3. Have your answers ready for the Israeli officers. “Why didn’t you come directly to Israel? What have you been doing in Jordan? Where will you stay in Palestine/Israel? How long?”
    4. Have a paperclip ready to fix the Israeli visa card to your passport. It is small and you really don’t want to lose it. No entry tax.
    5. Service taxi to/from border to Jerusalem was 42 NIS + 5 NIS/luggage. Get some NIS in advance in Jordan.

    From Jerusalem to Amman
    1. The “service taxis” to the border leave not only from Central Station in Jerusalem but also close to Damascus Gate. They leave from the courtyard of the Golden Walls Hotel. Walk along the hotel until you find the entrance to the “private hotel parking”, you’ll see the small busses there.
    2. Israeli exit tax was around 190 NIS, you can get the change in JD. (I gave 200 NIS and got 3 JD back). You could also exchange any NIS you have left here. Payment with card would have been possible too. No entry tax to Jordan as you need some kind of valid visa to cross at King Hussein.
    3. Bus from Israeli border to Jordanian border was 2.5 JD plus 1.5 JD/luggage. The driver will take all the passports and give them directly to the officer at the border. You’ll get them back there.
    4. A prolonged tourist visa (6 months) was OK to reenter Jordan at Allenby/King Hussein after two weeks.
    5. Don’t believe all the taxi guys who tell you that there is no bus or “service” to Amman. Ask until you find the bus. Bus to Amman is 4 JD. Taxi you can get for about 15-20 JD, so if you find some people to share, it can be a good alternative.

    • Steph says:

      Absolutely sensational advice Karin, thank you so much for contributing this very detailed and useful information – it really is much appreciated by myself and I’m sure many other travellers. Wishing you all the best, Steph 🙂

  12. Alanna says:

    Hi Steph, thanks for your post! I am going to Jordan this summer and this has been very helpful in helping me figure out how to visit Jerusalem. Do you know if there is a time limit for how long you can be in the West Bank/Israel before returning to Amman before you would need to buy an entry visa again? I’m not talking anything super long, but I am thinking of spending 5 days in the West Bank/Israel.
    Thank you!

    • Steph says:

      Hi Alanna, I was over in Israel a week before returning to Jordan, so you should be good on 5 days. Never any guarantees of course, but I say go for it! Just make sure your return within the timeframe of your 1 month Jordan tourist visa. Enjoy, Steph 🙂

  13. Victor azadekor says:

    Am a malawi and I stay in south africa am planning go to jordan for a visit 4 days then go to Jerusalem by road and spend 3 days, return back to jordan is possible

  14. eddie says:

    Hi Steph:

    Great are your thoughts on your blogs…..so detailed and quite easy to follow. thank u so much. I am goin to Israel, West Bank and Jordan in October…God willing.

  15. Tony says:

    Hi Steph, thanks for the info. We will be travelling up to the border crossing from Wadi Rum and heard that the border crossing in the south is much easier (cheaper and less congested). Do you know anything about the southern crossing and getting to Jerusalem from there?
    Blessings
    Tony

    • Steph says:

      Hi Tony, I know the Eilat / Aqaba border is meant to be easy to cross and that you can get to Jerusalem from there via local bus. I’m not sure about congestion, I guess that depends on the day and time. Although I haven’t used this border myself, I’ve met many travellers who have. That said, you can’t cross this border and return on the same single entry Jordan visa, this is only available from the King Hussein / Allenby Bridge crossing, so I guess the biggest factor will be whether you plan to return to Jordan after Jerusalem or not. Hope that helps, Steph 🙂

  16. Shamim Chalisa says:

    Hi Steph, I am planning to visit Amman and Jerusalem in October. We are 15 in the group, is it possible to cross through the border in a private van? Also, do you get Jordanian visa on arrival? Third, can you recommend a good hotel in Jerusalem?

    • Steph says:

      Hi Shamim, there is a great accommodation place I recommend in Jerusalem called Stay Inn, just search my blog for all my Jerusalem info and you’ll find the details.
      Re. the private van crossing the border, I don’t know is the honest answer as I travelled by bus only, but I would think maybe not because of the tight security… although not 100% sure.
      I got my Jordan visa on arrival at the airport in Amman and then crossed from Amman to Jerusalem overland and back again on the same visa – that’s what this post is all about.
      Not sure what your nationality is, so can’t advise what the visa situation may be for you. Check with your embassy.

    • Steph says:

      Hi there, great you found the post useful. You can exchange NIS in Amman in Jordan. I exchanged Jordanian Dinar, but sure they will take USD – not sure about EURO, probably. There are loads of exchange places downtown. Yes, once you pass Israeli immigration it’s NIS only.

  17. Fatima says:

    Hi Steph,
    In am having a Pakistani passport and would like to know (if you know), how easy or difficult it is to cross the border on Pakistani passport from Jordan (amman)?
    I don’t want a stamp on my passport otherwise i will be denied entry in my own country

    • Steph says:

      Hi Fatima, I have no idea about visa rights in Jordan or Israel for Pakistani passport holders. You will need to consult for your foreign office or embassy in Amman.

  18. Ziel says:

    Hi Steph, thank you for the information, i am residing in Kuwait and will travel to Jordan and plan to visit in Jerusalem. Upon reading ur blog am at ease that no exit and re entry stamp in Amman.

    • Steph says:

      Hi Ziel, please check your individual circumstances. As it says at the top, this article is written from my perspective as a British citizen. I cannot speak for Kuwait passport holders / residents and strongly urge you to consult your foreign embassy on this matter. The same rules do not apply to all.

  19. Karen S Casner says:

    Hi! Love the article – thought there was a shuttle for the whole trip but couldn’t find that info anywhere, so thank you for all of these details.
    I’m wondering how long this whole process might take. Hoping to leave Amman on bus early am (time recommendation?) and wondering when we might get into Jerusalem. Wednesday June 17 is our planned date or the Tues, Thurs after.
    Thanks so much 🙂

    • Steph says:

      Hi Karen, no shuttle that I know of. I got from Amman to Jerusalem in one day. But you need to leave Amman on that 6am ish bus to make this happen – times and details given in the article. If I recall correctly, I got into Jerusalem around 3pm. Check if the dates you want to cross are holidays of any sort on either side of the border – this will delay you significantly. Otherwise, you should be fine. Enjoy, Steph 🙂

  20. Evelina says:

    Hi Steph, great and useful article!
    As you told, crossing the border from Amman to Jerusalem and back on the single entry Jordan visa is possible through the King Hussein / Allenby Bridge border crossing.
    I am planning to buy the Jordan pass which cover the entry visa fee in Jordan. Is it possible also to cross from Amma to Jerusalem and back on Jordan pass?

    • Steph says:

      Hi Evelina, as a British passport holder, this is exactly what I did (with the Jordan pass) but I can’t speak for other passport holders and the rules that apply for them, so please check your foreign office for immigration information. Best, Steph 🙂

  21. Shek Ezra says:

    Hi, Steph how are you hope you are well. I have a equation regarding Visa, ok i am holding a Malaysia passport and there is lots of Malaysian visiting The holy land Israel every years. i have a plan to visit Israel from Amman Jordan crossing the border Is it possible that i can get the visa upon arrival at Israel immigration? Kindly advice me on this matter will be great !

    • Steph says:

      Hi Shek, thanks for your question, but sadly there’s no way I can advise you, as a Malaysian citizen, on your personal visa situation. You’ll have to consult your embassy / foreign office to get the correct and latest info. Good luck 🙂

  22. suzy says:

    I’m going to fly from Aqaba to Tel Aviv after I finish my trip in Aqaba. I heard that Israel’s entry and exit stamps are on a separate sheet, but is there a Jordan immigration stamp? Is there a way not to leave a stamp on my passport?
    Two people are traveling with one Jordan Ikama holder and one friend who will enter and leave Tel Aviv.

    • Steph says:

      Hi Suzy, thanks for the question. It’s likely, but not guaranteed, that your Israeli stamp will be on a separate sheet of paper. When you enter Jordan, you will get a stamp in your passport, but I don’t see why this is a cause of concern for you? You can still enter Israel (and any country in the world I believe) with a Jordan stamp. Perhaps clarify your concerns and I can do my best to help. Steph

    • Steph says:

      Hi Carl, I’m struggling to remember the Jett Bus price to be honest, but I think it was aroun $8-12 USD. I booked at the station as I say in the article. To my knowledge online booking isn’t possible. Best, Steph 🙂

  23. Carl Anthony says:

    Hi Steph, What time did you arrive at Damascus Gate and how much time it took you from Bus Station in Amman until you reached Damascus Gate in Jerusalem. Thank you so much!

    • Steph says:

      Hi Carl, I can’t remember exactly what time I got to Damascus gate but I think it was around 4-5pm. I definitely know that I made the crossing from Amman in a day and checked into my accommodation in Jerusalem in the late afternoon. Hope that helps. Steph 🙂

  24. Joseph says:

    Hi there thank-you for your informative article.
    My wife and I are Canadian citizens. (also born in Canada).
    In February we plan to visit Jordan by air from Dubai. We arrive at the Queen Alia International Airport. We plan to spend 3 nights touring Jordan and we will head to the King Hussein border to cross into Israel. Once across we plan to go straight to Tel Aviv, and plan our tours from there. Is there any direct shared transportation from the border to Tel Aviv? Or do I need to go to Jerusalem first and then catch some sort of transportation to Tel Aviv?

    Also, after 4 days, (a Saturday) we plan to come back come back (from Tel Aviv) to Jordan, via the King Hussein bridge border, and make our way to the Queen Alia International Airport and fly out the same day back to Dubai that same day. My understanding is most public transportation services are closed. Any recommendations on getting to the border from Tel Aviv? Also on the Jordan side, are the transportation options for us to choose from?

    Any help would be appreciated.
    Joe

    • Steph says:

      Hi Joe, I’m not 100% sure, but I don’t believe there is transport direct from the border to Tel Aviv and that you must go to Jerusalem first and follow the directions in the final section of my post about getting from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem… only do the process in reverse. Check the Egg Bus schedule online to see about transport on a Saturday. The route I took from Tel Aviv back to Amman is again outlined in the final section of this article. On the Jordan side, the choices are a taxi or Jett Bus. Hope that helps. Best Steph 🙂

    • Steph says:

      Hi Lindsay, no I made this trip in 2018. If you have any updated information, please add it here so we can help other travellers. Do bear in mind that visa and restrictions will depend on the passport you hold. Not sure what that is or who gave you the information in question. Jordan Towers Hostel were very clued up on the latest when I was in Amman. Best, Steph 🙂

  25. Saamah says:

    Hi Steph,
    Thanks for a great article. Do you know what the situation at Allenby Bridge is now? I’ve heard that it is closed to foreigners. Is there an alternative land route?
    Thanks,

    • Steph says:

      Hi Saamah, glad you enjoyed the article and thanks for your great question. Unfortunately, I don’t know the current situation with this border, as covid means the rules are changing fast. It’s best to talk to people on the ground to try and get the latest intel. Sorry I could help more, but hope you enjoy your trip. Best, Steph 🙂

  26. Shafique says:

    Very useful article. I was wondering if you or someone else might be able to advise on the current situation, i.e. would a foreigner arriving into Jordan with a single entry visa on arrival, be able to make a quick trip across the Allenby/King Hussain Bridge into Jerusalem and then be allowed to re-enter Jordan?
    Haven’t been able to find any authentic / official information in this regard which is why any clarity/suggestions would be much appreciated

    • Steph says:

      Hi Shafique, glad you found the article helpful and thanks for your question. I think the situation for your Jordan re-entry would depend on which passport you hold and how covid restrictions may have affected this border crossing. I found people at my hostel in Amman very helpful for answering queries about the current situation because unfortunately, I don’t know the latest. Hope you enjoy your travels. Best, Steph 🙂

  27. Mackenzie says:

    Update as of March 14, 2023!!

    The Jet bus from Amman now leaves at 7:15 AM (not 6:30 AM).

    Also, the 11 JD ticket only covers from Amman to the Jordanian boarder. You then need to get on the shuttle and pay and ADDITIONAL 7 JD and 1.5 JD per bag for the shuttle. In the past the 11 JD covered the bus from Amman to the Jordanian boarder AND the shuttle to the Israeli side. However now you have to pay for both separately.

    We asked many times to clarify and they confirmed you have to pay each separately now.

    Thanks for the helpful info!

    • Steph says:

      Such helpful updates Mackenzie. Thank you so much for commenting them and helping other travellers out. Best wishes and happy adventures, Steph 🙂

  28. Adisa says:

    Hi Steph, thank you so much for this helpful article.
    Is a trip to Jerusalem from Amman feasible in one day=
    Thank you, Adisa

    • Steph says:

      Hi Adisa, yes a trip to Jerusalem from Amman is totally possible in a day, one way. I wouldn’t recommend trying to fit in a return journey, plus sightseeing, into just 1 day. This would be a lot! Hope that’s helpful. Best wishes, Steph 🙂

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