Cities Near Rafaḩ
Cities near Rafaḩ, PS: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Dayr al Balaḩ, Gaza, Arish. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Rafaḩ, PS is Dayr al Balaḩ, about 10 mi (17 km) away — roughly 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayr al Balaḩ | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gaza | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Arish | 29 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ashkelon | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Beersheba | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ashdod | 42 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hebron | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reẖovot | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bet Shemesh | 53 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bat Yam | 58 mi / 94 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Rafaḩ
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Dayr al Balaḩ, Gaza, Arish, Ashkelon, Beersheba. 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 Rafaḩ include Dayr al Balaḩ, Gaza, Arish, Ashkelon, Beersheba. The closest is Dayr al Balaḩ, about 10 miles (17 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.