Cities Near Bet Shemesh
Cities near Bet Shemesh, Israel: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Modiin, Jerusalem, Hebron. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Bet Shemesh, Israel is Modiin, about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modiin | 11 mi / 18 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jerusalem | 13 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hebron | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reẖovot | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ashdod | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| H̱olon | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ashkelon | 25 mi / 40 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Petaẖ Tiqwa | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bayt Lāhyā | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Beersheba | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Bet Shemesh
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Modiin, Jerusalem, Hebron, Reẖovot, Ashdod. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Bet Shemesh include Modiin, Jerusalem, Hebron, Reẖovot, Ashdod. The closest is Modiin, about 11 miles (18 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.