How to Get from Nicosia to Paphos Airport

Getting from Paphos to Nicosia

Are you arriving at Paphos Airport and want to know how to get to Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus? Or perhaps you just want to organise a day trip to the main city in Cyprus. No matter the intent of your journey from Paphos to Nicosia, you can rest assured that there are multiple ways to get from one destination to the other. You can choose between bus, taxi, car rental, or treat yourself with a reliable AtoB Transfer, which can get you from door to door. The choice is yours.

Beach in Paphos, Cyprus / Fot. Michal Klajban / CC BY-SA 4.0

Best Way to Get from Nicosia to Paphos Airport

The best way to get from Paphos to Nicosia depends on your own personal travel preference, as well as the budget and time you have available. For those looking for a more affordable trip, you can take a bus from the airport, followed by an additional bus to the centre of Nicosia. If you feel inclined, you could also try your luck with a random taxi at the airport, although this may leave you with a very high cab fare.

Car rental is a popular option for a lot of tourists, with popular car rental companies also available in Cyprus. The downside to car rentals is that they are oftentimes accompanied with high insurance waivers, meaning you will have to make a sizable deposit before even picking up the car, this, combined with the stress of navigating foreign roads, will likely lead to some unwanted stress at the start of your journey from Paphos to Nicosia.

Now, on to talking about both the cities. Paphos is packed to the brim with historic monuments and neoclassical buildings, with its ancient city centre featuring the UNESCO-recognised Tombs of the Kings and incredible Ancient Odeon theatre. You can also wander through the charming little villages of Kouklia and Yeroskipou or enjoy natural beauty at nearby Lara Bay or Aphrodite’s Rock. Nicosia, on the other hand, is a vibrant, lively city with a rich cultural history.

Take a stroll through the old city, or stop to explore the Venetian walls – a must-see for any history buff. Whether you enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city or like to take it easy, Paphos and Nicosia both offer something truly special to explore, why not start them off in the best way by booking a quality Nicosia to Paphos transfer with AtoB?

Is There a Train from Paphos to Nicosia?

No, there is no train ride from Nicosia to Paphos. More broadly, Cyprus doesn’t currently have a functioning railroad, making train travel impossible on the island. Due to this, if you wish to take public transport, you are left with the option of bus only.

Getting a Paphos to Nicosia Bus

As said, this is the sole mode of transportation available through public transport for a Paphos to Nicosia ride, but it is a convenient and affordable way, nonetheless. If you are arriving at Paphos Airport and want to get to Nicosia, you will first have to take a bus from the airport to Paphos city centre, followed by the intercity bus. In total, the trip should take 2 hours 15 minutes, and cost around €10 in total for both buses.

After landing at the airport and picking up your luggage, head outside to the bus stop. You will need to catch the 613 bus to the Old Market station. Tickets can be bought directly from the driver and will cost €1.50. Buses in Cyprus only accept cash, thus it is imperative you carry some coins on you to pay for both buses. Once you reach the station, either wait for your Intercity bus to arrive, or get on immediately if it is already there.

Once more, you will need to pay the driver directly, who also only accepts cash. After buying your ticket, make sure to keep it on you for the duration of the trip, as random ticket checks are not uncommon. Take a seat and enjoy the ride, you will be able to see Cyprus’ coastal highway for a while, before arriving at the endpoint of your Paphos to Nicosia bus ride.

Make note that there are a number of stops in Nicosia prior to arriving at the city centre, so make sure you know the name of your bus stop to avoid getting off at the wrong one. To check all the stops during the Nicosia to Paphos trip, you can head over to the official Intercity Bus website.

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Paphos to Nicosia Bus Timetable

Travel Tip: The current Intercity Bus stop in Paphos (as of 2023) is in the Parking Lot, thus you will need to take the elevator down when the 613 bus drops you off. Keep that in mind!

Distance from Nicosia to Paphos

96 kilometres in a straight line and 144 kilometres by road from Nicosia to Paphos.

Various Transportation Options from Nicosia to Paphos

As has been elaborated, when it comes to public transport, the bus is your go to option to get from Nicosia to Paphos, and vice versa. If however, you feel like you would prefer to try something else, then you could opt for either a taxi, or try your hand at driving in Cyprus with a rental car. We have already discussed the pro’s and con’s of these two approaches in the above section, thus the only remaining transportation option left to discuss, is arguably the best one you could possibly get – ever. Can you guess what that is?

Did you guess right? We were talking about booking an AtoB Transfer, of course! We may not have been very subtle, but we are very proud of our transfer service. This is due to 3 main factors: affordability, convenience and customisation. We will discuss them all in the following section.

Cheapest Way to Get from Nicosia to Paphos

Before we get to discussing how AtoB is the best way to get from Paphos to Nicosia, we first need to state the cheapest way. As is only natural, the cheapest way is indeed by taking the bus. The issue which arises with taking such a mode of transportation is that it may be especially uncomfortable for families with young children, the physically disabled, or those transporting equipment with them. Due to this, we would now like to discuss why taking an AtoB Transfer is the most comfortable way to get from Nicosia to Paphos and back.

With our wide range of vehicles, you can choose the most appropriate option for you, this can be either an economy, business, or first-class model. Our prices are very attractive for larger groups, as, when the price is split between all members, they can end up paying just a little more than they would for the bus. Finally, by allowing you to customise your ride, you get to include all the extras you could need to ensure that you travel comfortably, this being either child seats, additional stops, or by adding bottled water to the trip.

How much is a Paphos to Nicosia Taxi

When simply hailing a cab at the airport, you can end up paying around €100-250, depending on a number of factors. With AtoB, you get a standard flat-rate, which includes any possible additional charge that could come up.

Booking a Taxi from Nicosia to Paphos

Head over to the booking page, and input your arrival date and time, followed by where you need to go. Keep in mind that we provide a door-to-door service, meaning you can input the exact location you need to be taken to, and our platform will calculate based on this. After clicking “next step”, you will be provided with a comprehensive list of all available vehicles along with their capacity for passengers and luggage.

Select the most appropriate vehicle for you, and proceed to customise it with the addition of extra add-ons. After this, input your contact information and flight number and head down to the payment section.

We work with STRIPE to ensure that payment is 100% secure. We accept payment by all major credit cards, ApplePay and GooglePay, so you are sure to find the appropriate method for you.

Following payment, you will receive two emails; one will be a confirmation email, while the other will pertain to your driver’s contact information. Make sure to get in touch with your driver ahead of time, to ensure you know the exact pickup location – although it’s hard to get lost at Paphos Airport, as it is so small!

Congratulations, you have successfully booked a quality ride to Nicosia. Get ready for an unforgettable experience.