There is no public bus service in Jerusalem during Shabbat. Buses atop running approximately one hour before Shabbat on Friday and resumes after Shabbat on Saturday night. Egged buses also offer relatively inexpensive public transportation to all parts of the country. With the sherut taxi service, the passenger pays a flat fee for an individual seat in a taxi. It operates regularly between Jerusalem and Tel Avivi, Ben-Gurion Airport, Bnei Brak, Haifa Beersheva and Eilat.
Fares are reasonable.
A special taxi may be ordered by phone. In the city the fares are according to the meter, to locations outside the city, fares are usually agreed upon in advance. Taxi drivers are required by law to use the meter. Religious Activities Jerusalem, where three religions have their sacred roots, is a natural destination for those interested in pursuing religious education and activity. Overseas students are offered a wide array of religious programs.