Getting Around Paphos: Taxi, Bus & Airport Transfer Options
Paphos is an atmospheric and measured resort in Cyprus, preferred by tourists looking for a quiet, cozy vacation rather than the nightlife of Ayia Napa or the pace of Limassol. Once you land, the first practical question is always the same: how do you get from the airport to your hotel, and how do you get around the city afterwards? This guide compares your options – taxi, bus and on foot – so you can pick what suits your trip.
Taxi in Paphos
A taxi is the fastest and most comfortable way to get around Paphos – door to door, no waiting for a connection, and no walking uphill with suitcases. When choosing a taxi in Paphos, it’s worth checking for a few basics:
Safety
- A valid taxi license and an experienced driver
- A proper child seat or booster if you’re travelling with kids
- A well-maintained, regularly inspected car
Transparent pricing
- A fixed price agreed before the trip, not a meter that can run up on a traffic jam
- A clear booking process, ideally online, so you know the price in advance
- No surprise fees for luggage or night-time trips
Comfort
- Available 24/7, including for late or delayed flights
- Air-conditioned, modern cars
- Drivers who speak English, Russian and Greek
Prices in Paphos and across Cyprus depend mainly on distance. Booking online in advance means you see the fixed price before you travel, with no surprises at the end of the trip. See current Paphos taxi prices and book online →
Bus from Paphos Airport to Paphos
If you’re not in a hurry and don’t mind a bit of walking with your luggage, the public bus is the cheapest option. Bus 613 connects Paphos Airport with Paphos City Center, with only 6 connections a day (07:25 to 18:30 from the city, 08:00 to 19:00 from the airport). Bus 612 runs to the Kato Paphos tourist/harbour area instead. A one-way daytime ticket costs €1.50 (students €0.75), a day pass €5.00. Timetables are on paphosbus.com.
Keep in mind: buses run only a handful of times a day, and depending on where you’re staying, you may still need to walk the last stretch – not ideal with suitcases or small children, especially uphill.
Taxi vs bus: which one to choose
- Taxi – best if you land late, have luggage, young children, or your accommodation is off the main bus routes. Door to door, fixed price, driver waits if your flight is delayed.
- Bus – cheapest option if you’re travelling light, staying near a bus stop, and your flight lands during the day within the bus schedule.
- On foot – only realistic for very short distances within Kato Paphos itself.
If your flight is delayed, a pre-booked taxi driver will still be waiting for you (free waiting time applies) – something a bus timetable can’t offer. Ready to book? Get a fixed-price Paphos taxi transfer here – from the airport, around the city, or to any other town in Cyprus.