Paphos offers a public transportation system mainly consisting of buses, which operate from two primary bus stations:
- Karavella Bus Station: Located in the city center on Andrea Geroudi Street, it serves commuter and intercity buses, including routes to Limassol and Nicosia.
- Harbor Bus Station (Kato Paphos): This station primarily caters to tourist routes.
For a ticket priced at 1.5-2 EUR, you can explore not only the city's attractions but also its picturesque surroundings. You can find route details and timetables on the official website. Some popular tourist routes include Paphos - Kato Paphos, Paphos - Emba, and Paphos - Coral Bay, operated by Paphos Transport Organization from Monday to Saturday, with Sunday as the day off.
For intercity travel, Paphos has Travel Express buses that connect it with destinations like Nicosia, Limassol (with one morning flight per day), and Polis. The average fare is around 5 EUR for a 50 km trip (e.g., a journey to Limassol costs approximately 11-12 EUR per person).
While there are numerous bus routes, some unique places in Paphos are best accessed by taxi or bicycle. Consider trying Paphos' eco-transportation options; renting a bicycle for a day typically costs only 8-10 EUR, providing an incredible way to explore the picturesque surroundings.
Paphos taxi prices are affordable, with rates around 0.73 EUR per kilometer during the day and slightly higher (up to 0.9 EUR per kilometer) after 20:30. Additional charges apply for luggage exceeding 12 kg, and higher fares may be in effect during New Year, Easter, and Christmas holidays.
