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All About Cyprus Transport...
Public transport in Cyprus is virtually non-existent in the evenings and on Sundays so most Cypriot families have to ensure that at least one member of the family has a car. There are no trains in Cyprus so the only way to travel is by using buses, taxis or service-taxis.
Getting Around With Cyprus Transport - BUSES
Buses link to all major towns and airports with a regular hourly service but there is no service on a Sunday. There are local inter-city buses and rural buses which are inexpensive and a good form of Cyprus transport. Although some appear quite old, most have air conditioning and music which makes the journey much more enjoyable.
SERVICE-TAXIS
Service-taxis hold up to eight people and must be booked in advance either by telephone or in person at one of the service-taxi offices. If you're being collected, be sure to find out the exact time the taxi driver will collect you. Also make sure they know your name and the exact place to collect you. Prices range from CYŁ6 each way and pick-ups are from an allocated distance within the town or city. This of course adds time onto the journey so allow around 30 minutes (sometimes shorter), before the journey begins. Once you get going, the journey is quick as it's mainly on the motorway.
TAXIS
The standard price for a taxi from Paphos airport into town is around CYP15. From Paphos to Limassol it will be CYP50 so if you're not hiring a car, it's a good idea to book your airport transfer before you go. Taxis from Larnaca airport are not so expensive as it's only a short distance from the airport into the centre of Larnaca. Most taxis are Mercedes. They're air-conditioned and have a meter, however, before taking a taxi don't forget to ask the taxi-driver how much the journey will be. There are two tariff periods with Tariff 1 from 6.00am - 8.30pm and Tariff 2 from 8.30pm - 6.00am.
TAXI SHARING
In Athens and Greece taxi sharing is very popular but in Cyprus it is not permitted.
CARS
It's very easy to travel around the island especially if you have a car and it's a good idea to buy a map of Cyprus before you get here. Driving is on the left and traffic lights and roads are excellent and reminiscent of those in the UK.
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