How to Get from Paphos Airport to Nicosia

Landing at Paphos Airport (PFO) and heading to the capital? Many visitors assume it’s the simplest journey, only to discover there’s no direct public transport from PFO to Nicosia.

Over the years of helping many travellers make this journey, I’ve found that most people are still surprised by the differences between all the available Paphos Airport – Nicosia transport options.

Find more below and make your choice.

Spoiler: Buses are the cheapest, but they may need transfers along the way. Standard taxis offer door-to-door journeys, but they are much more expensive. And trains… who said there are trains at all? And we’re left with private PFO-Nicosia transfers.

What Are the Possible Ways to Get from Paphos Airport to Nicosia?

There are several transportation options to match any comfort style and budget.

How Far Is Nicosia from Paphos Airport?

Depends on what you mean. In a beeline, it’s roughly 96 km. Whereas by road, there are about 140 km, give or take.

Quite the distance, right?

Travel Insight: If you’ve never been to Nicosia before, it offers a completely new side of Cyprus. The capital is an entire cultural hub where you’ll see history literally meet big city life. While we’re at it, don’t skip the Venetian Walls. So yeah, Nicosia is well worth exploring, even if you’re on a business trip.

Can You Take a Train from Paphos to Nicosia?

No, there’s no train ride from PFO to Nicosia. Cyprus doesn’t have a functioning railroad. So if you want to go there by public transport, you don’t have any other choice but the bus.

How to Catch a Bus from PFO to Nicosia?

You have two main options. You could go the easiest way by catching the Kapnos shuttle bus, which goes directly to Nicosia. Or you could catch a local bus + intercity bus for a cheaper option.

Now, let’s see which works best for you.

Kapnos Airport Shuttle (direct bus)

This is the most recommended public transport option.

Heads-up: Departure times vary, so check the exact hour you need with the Kapnos Airport Shuttle live schedule. You’re allowed to buy your ticket online up to 60 min before departure. Never booked before? You can also buy paper tickets at Kapnos service points (but I cannot guarantee you all-time availability).

Bus 613 + Intercity Bus (cheapest option)

This route requires a transfer, but it costs less. How come? See below.

Step 1: Bus 613 from PFO to Paphos City

• Pick-up: Outside the PFO arrivals terminal.
• Arrival point: Karavela Bus Station.
• Journey time: 25 – 40 min.
• Price: €2.
• Schedule (Monday – Sunday): 05:50, 08:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30, 16:30, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00.

Step 2: Intercity Bus from Paphos to Nicosia

• Pick-up: Karavela Bus Station.
• Arrival point: Solomou Square, Makariou III – Hras, Ministry of Commerce, APOEL, CYTA Bridge, Kalispera City Light, Nicosia General Hospital, Kalamon.
• Journey Time: 1h 45 min – 2h.
• Price: €8.
• Schedule (Monday – Friday): 05:00, 05:30, 06:45, 08:00, 09:00, 10:30, 12:10, 14:00, 15:00, 15:30, 16:30, 18:00, 19:00, 19:45.
• Schedule (Weekend and Public Holidays): 08:00, 09:30, 11:30, 13:00, 15:30, 16:30, 17:00, 18:30.

FYI: Tickets for both buses will be purchased directly from the driver with cash.

How Much Is a PFO to Nicosia Taxi?

If you’re planning to catch a cab at the airport, then expect to pay between €130 and €230, depending on comfort class, exact distance, and day vs night tariffs.

At this point, booking a private PFO – Nicosia transfer seems like a more reasonable option, don’t you think?

How Do You Book an AtoB Airport Transfer to Nicosia?

All you need to do is head over to the AtoB booking page and:

• Fill in your arrival date and time, as well as the exact address you need to go to.
• Click Next Step and pick from a large list of available vehicles (along with their capacity).
• Select your option and proceed to personalise it with extras (child seat, additional waiting time, extra stops).
• Input your contact info and flight number.
• Go down to the payment section.
• Receive a confirmation email.
• Receive a second message closer to your arrival – a follow-up email with your driver’s info (make sure to get in touch in advance).

The coolest part is that the platform will calculate everything for you, with no extra fees after you make the payment.

How Much Does a PFO to Nicosia Transfer Cost?

You’ll pay €229, given that you book a full economy sedan, while a full economy van (7 seats) will cost you only €247, which is basically €35 per person – quite affordable if you’re travelling in groups.

The price depends on the comfort class and add-ons you pick. But you won’t pay a cent more after making the payment. Why? Because AtoB has fixed prices.

Now, tell me, would you rather start your trip by waiting for buses and searching for a taxi, let alone dealing with paperwork for a rental car – or, pre-book a private airport transfer that would take care of everything? You just sit back and enjoy the ride.

That’s it! I guess – see you soon in Nicosia! Our AtoB drivers will be waiting for you.