The first swallow on the way to demolishing the central bus station in Tel Aviv

The Tel Aviv Municipality and the Ministry of Transport have reached agreements on demolishing the bridge leading to the central bus station in Tel Aviv, a first step toward demolishing the entire station. Work is expected to begin in early 2027, starting with the main ramp from Levinsky Street, followed by the northern and southern ramps. The urgency stems from the Purple Line light rail works passing nearby. The demolition will require changes to traffic arrangements and may add to the traffic chaos in the area. The municipality and the Ministry of Transport are working on temporary solutions, including rerouting lines to other terminals. Meital Lehavi, deputy mayor, said this is "a necessary step to change the face of the station." Meanwhile, an alternative public transport terminal is planned at Mikveh Israel, expected to open in 2031 and absorb about 60% of the activity. Natsba, the station's owner, has not yet responded to the move but is expected to oppose it.