For the elections: from tonight - free train and intercity bus rides

The Central Elections Committee and the Ministry of Transportation announced free train and intercity bus rides starting this evening (Monday) at 8:00 PM until the end of Election Day. The benefit is intended to make it easier for eligible voters to reach polling stations. The Tel Aviv Municipality will allow free parking in blue-white zones and free rides on shared mobility devices.

Ahead of the 26th Knesset elections, which will open tomorrow (Tuesday) morning, the Central Elections Committee and the Ministry of Transportation announced the opening of major public transportation systems for free travel without payment. The arrangement is intended to make it easier for eligible voters to reach polling stations and will take effect this evening (Monday) starting at 8:00 PM, continuing continuously throughout Election Day until the end of official public transportation operations on the night between Tuesday and Wednesday. Travel on intercity bus lines will be free provided the line is defined as over 15 kilometers in length, without the need for identification or validation. Israel Railways will distribute free travel tickets using physical paper tickets only. The Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality announced free parking in blue-white zones and at 'Ahuzat HaHof' parking lots, as well as free rides on shared mobility devices using coupon codes.