Nicosia is inland, about 45 minutes from Larnaca airport, with no airport of its own for international flights from the south. There are no trains in Cyprus. Cyprus drives on the left.
Routes at a glance
| From | By | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larnaca Airport (LCA) | Shuttle bus | About 45–60 min | Scheduled airport buses to central Nicosia. |
| Larnaca | Intercity bus | About 45 min | Frequent services. |
| Limassol | Intercity bus | About 1 h 15 min | Frequent services on the A1. |
| Paphos | Intercity bus | About 2 h 30 min | Via Limassol. |
| Ayia Napa / Protaras | Intercity bus | About 1 h 15 min | Several services a day. |
| Any coastal town | Car | 45 min–1 h 45 min | A1, A2 and A9 motorways; park outside the walls. |
Times are typical and fares change — check current timetables and prices before you travel.
Crossing to the north side
Pedestrians can cross at Ledra Street and at Ledra Palace, west of the walled city. Drivers use crossings such as Agios Dometios / Metehan. Carry your passport or EU ID card. Rental cars from the south usually need separate insurance bought at the crossing, and some rental companies do not allow crossing at all — check first. Procedures can change, so consult your government’s travel advice.
Getting around
The old city is best on foot. Parking is easiest in the moat car parks and around the walls. See Getting to Cyprus for buses and driving across the island.
