Israel Railways Adjusts Schedule for Yom Kippur Holiday
Israel Railways, known as "Rakevet Yisrael," will implement schedule changes and suspend passenger train services in observance of Yom Kippur in 2026. On Sunday, September 20, the day before the holiday, train operations will conclude earlier than usual, with services running until approximately 1:00 PM based on a modified Friday schedule. Some routes will see an increase in service frequency, notably between Haifa and Tel Aviv, and on the Hadera-Mizrah to Rosh Ha'ayin-Tzafon line.
Following the early cessation of services on September 20, all passenger train traffic will be halted throughout Yom Kippur, which begins on the evening of Sunday, September 20, and continues through Monday, September 21. Regular train operations are scheduled to resume on Tuesday, September 22.
Passengers are advised to verify exact departure times on the Israel Railways website or mobile application, as the holiday schedule deviates from the standard timetable. The official railway website provides comprehensive information on routes and schedules.
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