Most visitors staying in the south reach Kyrenia through Nicosia. Driving is on the left on both sides. Rules at crossing points can change; check your government’s travel advice before travelling.
Routes at a glance
| From | By | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicosia (south) | Car | About 40 min | Cross at Agios Dometios / Metehan; buy north-side car insurance at the crossing if your rental allows crossing. |
| Nicosia (Ledra Street) | On foot + bus/taxi | About 45–60 min | Walk across, then take a bus or taxi from north Nicosia to Kyrenia. |
| Larnaca Airport (LCA) | Car / taxi | About 1 h 15 min | Via Nicosia; arrange a taxi that is allowed to cross. |
| Paphos / Limassol | Tour | Full day | Coach tours include the crossing. |
| Turkey | Ferry / flight | Varies | Ferries link Kyrenia with the Turkish coast; flights to Ercan route via Turkey. |
Times are typical and fares change — check current timetables and prices before you travel.
Practical notes on crossing
- Documents: passport or EU ID card at every crossing.
- Hire cars: some companies in the south forbid crossing; where allowed, insurance from the south generally does not cover the north, so separate insurance is sold at the crossing.
- Currency: Turkish lira; euros and cards are often accepted.
- Consular help: many governments have limited consular presence in the north — read your official travel advice.
Getting around
Taxis and minibuses run around Kyrenia; a car is useful for Bellapais and St Hilarion. See the island overview in Getting to Cyprus.
