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New Bus Line Bridges Sabbath Transport Gap at Airport

2/12/2026

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The Na'im Busofash initiative introduced a private bus line to serve Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 1 on Saturdays, marking the airport's first such service.
Route 711 will connect Tel Aviv and Shoham to address the Sabbath transport gap.
Deputy Mayor Meital Lehavi emphasized the service's importance for civilian movement and social equality, saying it addresses a fundamental need.
The initiative aims to enhance freedom of movement across Israel.

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The Na'im Busofash initiative introduced a private bus line to serve Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 1 on Saturdays, marking the airport's first such service.
Route 711 will connect Tel Aviv and Shoham to address the Sabbath transport gap.
Deputy Mayor Meital Lehavi emphasized the service's importance for civilian movement and social equality, saying it addresses a fundamental need.
The initiative aims to enhance freedom of movement across Israel.