# רכבת ישראל - Israel Railways — לו"ז, תעריפים, מסלולים ועוד

> Official Israel Railways app for trip planning, schedules, fares, and smart alarms. (iPhone/iPad app by Israel Railways.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/israel-railways/id482854019 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Israel Railways](https://appshunter.io/developer/955316336)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 228 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Hebrew, Russian
- Released: 2013-03-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/israel-railways/id482854019/reviews.md

## What is רכבת ישראל?

If you are a frequent rider on Israel Railways, This is one of the most important applications you can choose to install on your smartphone. If you are not a frequent rider yet, ride and discover how convenient Israel Railways is with this app in the palm of your hand. Find your way and enjoy the comfortable and cost-effective ride that Israel Railways offers, at any place and any time.

We have developed a mobile app, the first and only one of its kind in Israel that will serve both as a trip planner and a way to turn your commute into a fun experience.  You will be able to find route information quickly and easily at any time and from everywhere. Listen to Music on your way, or even take a comfortable nap, without-worry of missing your stop. The application will remind you when you are arriving at your destination, and you can set an alarm to wake you from your nap. You can also find recommendations for a variety of sites and activities near your train station.

The application includes:
-	An easy to use schedule
-	A trip-fare calculator
-	A Smart Alarm Clock, programmed to wake you up by destination
-	Israel Railways news 
-	Fare & schedule changes

Upgrade your Israel Railways experience with the official Israel Railways app.
Please share your feedback with us so that we can keep improving your Israel Railways experience.
Israel Railways wishes you a safe and enjoyable ride.

Please note:
- The Alarm clock feature is using the device GPS. While the alarm is on and running in the background, it can dramatically decrease battery life.
- Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Trip planner
- Schedules and fares
- Smart alarm for destination
- Nearby site recommendations
- Railway news updates

## What do users think of רכבת ישראל?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Comprehensive journey planning features
- 📱 Useful features like home station saving and reminders
- ⏰ Accurate schedule information when working
- 🔄 Good integration with bus connections
- 💾 Reliable data sync with train times
- 🌐 Multi-language support (when functioning)

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- ⚠️ Unstable during peak usage and delays
- 🔧 Poor performance on older iOS versions
- 🌍 Language switching issues and display bugs
- ⏱️ Slow loading times and unresponsive interface
- 🚫 Blocking users without explanation
- 💰 Lack of transparent pricing information
- 📍 Missing accessibility features for disabled users
- 🔤 Poor English translation quality
- 🗺️ Map access errors (403 errors)
- ⚙️ Time display bugs (reversed hours/minutes)
- 🔐 Limited functionality in English language mode

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when searching for routes
- Crashes on iPhone 5, iPhone X, and iPhone 11
- Language switching defaults to Hebrew or Arabic despite English selection
- Time display reversed (minutes in hours place, hours in minutes place)
- Search function fails to recognize valid station names (e.g., 'Ben Gurion')
- Empty search results and loading errors
- Map access returns 403 error
- App freezes during peak times and train delays
- Timetable data not updating in real-time for delays
- iOS 8 and iOS 11 compatibility issues
- Journey planner crashes on search button press
- Timezone calculation errors for users outside Israel
- Gibberish display instead of Hebrew text

**Most requested features**

- Real-time delay notifications and updates
- Accessible carriage position information for disabled passengers
- Push notifications for schedule changes and special events
- Direct text input for station names instead of scrolling
- Extended schedule view (past and future times)
- Improved UX/UI design and optimization
- Better support for iPhone X and newer devices
- Fare information display before payment
- Wake-up alarm functionality improvements
- Real-time updates for service disruptions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/israel-railways/id482854019/reviews.md

### 1/5 — terrible

*2025-09-28, version 10.3*

this app is terrible . i was blocked and i don’t know why or how to resolve it

### 5/5 — New app has lots of nice features

*2025-08-14, version 10.2*

There are a lot of good features to this app, including connecting buses. It updates delays and in general gives lots of information

### 3/5 — Independent People with disabilities

*2025-07-13, version 9.9*

When are you going to add position of accessible carriages to the app?  The impossible step down into the train is dangerous.

### 5/5 — Help

*2025-04-23*

It would be nice to see next to each scheduled train where the ♿️ carriages are because someone stupidly ordered carriages that don’t reach the platforms.
And 2 hours from herzlia to Nahariya or to ashkelon?  Don’t tell me ‘ain bikush’ please.  “If you build it they will come”

### 1/5 — Language

*2024-04-02, version 7.24*

The app works fine. But the previous version allowed you to switch languages. Now only Hebrew.

### 1/5 — if it ain’t broke don’t fix it

*2024-02-22, version 7.0*

this feb 2024 update doesn’t recognize ‘ben gurion’ as a search term for destinations although it appears in the destination list.
the app worked perfectly for me until this update.

### 5/5 — אפליקציה פשוטה ולעניין

*2023-11-22, version 4.338*

אפליקציה קלה פשוטה ולעניין

### 1/5 — No clear rates in the app

*2022-10-19, version 3.211*

Apparently, the cost from point A to B is a guarded secret. There are no prices. 
To understand the cost, you must choose a payment solution that asks you to purchase a multi-usage card- without telling you the cost of the trip. 

It's not designed for tourists/ travellers.

### 3/5 — The English on this app is pretty amateur.

*2021-11-15, version 2.91*

Whoever did the English translations for this app clearly has a very limited understanding of the language.

### 1/5 — לא עובדת כבר שנה

*2021-01-29, version 2.82*

אשמח אם תתקנו

## Frequently asked questions about רכבת ישראל

### What does the Israel Railways app do?

The app serves as a comprehensive tool for Israel Railways passengers. It allows users to plan trips, check train schedules and fares, and receive notifications about fare and schedule changes. It also includes a smart alarm feature to alert you before your destination.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include an easy-to-use schedule, a trip-fare calculator, a smart alarm that wakes you up by destination, Israel Railways news, and information on fare and schedule changes. It also provides recommendations for sites and activities near train stations.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description, indicating a completely free experience for users.

### How does the smart alarm feature work?

The smart alarm feature uses your device's GPS to track your location on the train. You can set an alarm to wake you up as you approach your destination, ensuring you don't miss your stop, even if you're napping.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include planning daily commutes, checking ticket prices before traveling, setting alarms to avoid oversleeping on the train, discovering points of interest near stations, and staying informed about any disruptions or updates from Israel Railways.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 11.12 — 2026-08-23

• New and improved navigation bar for faster access to key app features.
 • New information banner on trip search results, providing relevant travel updates and notifications.
 • Enhanced train information, including new urban carriage indicators and improved train feature details.
 • Expanded travel history and improved navigation experience throughout the app.
 • Performance, accessibility, and stability improvements for a smoother user experience.

### 11.10 — 2026-05-24

Bug fixes on the Route screen

### 11.09 — 2026-05-03

Information security improvements

### 11.08 — 2026-04-14

Information security improvements

### 11.06 — 2026-04-09

Updates and improvements

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