How to order a taxi to the Aqaba checkpoint
The ordering process is simple and takes a couple of minutes:
- Indicate the route: Tel Aviv → Aqaba checkpoint (Wadi Arava)
- Select the date and time of departure
- Select the desired type of car (sedan, minivan, minibus)
- Enter your name, phone number, e-mail
- Receive confirmation and a secure payment link
Travel time and route
The trip takes on average from 4.5 to 5.5 hours - it all depends on traffic density, weather conditions and the number of stops. The length of the route is about 330-340 km. The driver goes in a straight southern direction: first along Highway No. 6, then No. 40 through the desert, and finally along Highway No. 90 to the checkpoint itself.
After leaving the center of Israel, the route passes through Beer Sheva, Mitzpe Ramon and the kibbutzim in the Negev. The road gradually changes from city views to desert plateaus, cliffs, the Ramon crater and the landscapes of the Arava Valley. This is one of the most picturesque routes to the south, especially at dawn or in the late afternoon.
What you need to know about the Aqaba (Wadi Arava) checkpoint
The crossing is located near Eilat, about 5 km from the city center. It connects Israel with Jordan in the south and is not open 24 hours: it is better to check the opening hours in advance, especially before holidays. On the Israeli side, there is a clean and clear terminal, on the Jordanian side, currency exchange and basic services are available. There is no Duty Free zone here, so it is better to make purchases in advance.
What documents are needed
Before your trip, make sure you have:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
- Jordanian visa (usually issued on the spot at this checkpoint, but it all depends on your country)
- Israel exit fee (can be paid in advance or on the spot)
- Medical insurance - highly recommended
Additional services
Upon request, we can arrange:
- Car delivery to the required address in Tel Aviv or the suburbs
- Child seats
- Guidance, assistance with luggage
- Return transfer - from Aqaba to Eilat or to Tel Aviv
- Group trips with minivans and buses
Cost and payment
The price is fixed upon booking - no additional charges after. The price includes delivery, the route itself, luggage and basic waiting. You can pay in any convenient way:
- Bank card
- Bit
- PayPal
- Apple Pay
- Cash (upon agreement)
Why choose Emun Taxi
We know how to make a long trip comfortable. All cars are serviced, with air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Drivers speak Russian and English, are well oriented on southern roads and know how to behave when approaching a checkpoint. We strictly adhere to the time, and in case of changes, we warn in advance. This is especially important when it comes to border crossings.
