The Taba Border Crossing, 10 km south of Eilat, is the only land gateway open to foreign travellers between Israel and Egypt. Below is an end-to-end guide covering routes, paperwork, travel times and the easiest booking options.
Three Ways to Cross Taba
1 – Private Car / Chauffeur Service
Fastest and most comfortable. Door-to-door ride, priority lane, second vehicle in Egypt.
Service page: Israel → Egypt private transfers
2 – Egged Bus + Egyptian Taxi
Budget choice; requires walking the border on foot and hailing a taxi in Taba town.
3 – Self-Drive Rental Car
Permits are complex; Israeli cars cannot enter Egypt. Expect extra insurance and plate swap.
Documents & Fees (2025)
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport | 6-month validity |
| Israeli Exit Fee | ₪ 109 – pay online for faster clearance |
| Sinai Visa | 400 EGP or USD equivalent – cash only |
| COVID / Health Form | No test required as of Jan 2025 |
Our chauffeur can pre-pay both fees—see Evacuation / Priority package.
Travel Time from Major Israeli Cities
| City | Distance to Taba | Border ▶ Sharm | Total to Sharm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tel Aviv | 350 km / ≈5 h | 2 h 30 m | 6 h 30 m – 8 h |
| Herzliya | 355 km | 2 h 30 m | 6 h 45 m – 8 h |
| Netanya | 370 km | 2 h 30 m | 7 h – 8 h 15 m |
| Haifa | 400 km | 2 h 30 m | 7 h 30 m – 9 h |
| Eilat | 10 km / 15 m | 2 h 30 m | 3 h – 4 h |
Recommended Private-Transfer Pages
- Tel Aviv departures
• Tel Aviv → Taba
• Tel Aviv → Sharm - Herzliya departures
• Herzliya → Taba
• Herzliya → Sharm - Netanya departures
• Netanya → Taba
• Netanya → Sharm - Haifa departures
• Haifa → Taba
• Haifa → Sharm - Eilat departures
• Eilat → Taba
• Eilat → Sharm
Border Timing Tips
Weekdays Beat Weekends
Tue–Thu mornings (07:00–09:00) see the shortest queues.
Pre-Pay Online
Pay Israeli fee 24 h ahead; show the QR code at the cashier-less kiosk.
Use Priority Lane
Included in every private transfer and evacuation booking—cuts wait to 15–20 min.
Quick FAQ
| Q | A |
|---|---|
| Is luggage x-rayed? | Yes, both sides. Soft bags speed inspection. |
| Card payments at Egypt side? | Rarely—bring cash. |
| Open 24 h? | Currently 06:00–22:00 daily. |
| Pets allowed? | Yes; rabies cert required. |
| Emergency night crossing? | Available via Haifa night evacuation or Tel Aviv rapid package. |
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