A SIMPLE MODE OF TRANSPORT
Cypriot locals often consider the bus system in Cyprus to be a simple mode of transport for commuting. Others, however, often utilise the bus service to explore the island at ground level. These people use the bus network in a very different way and often use it to embark on journeys of discovery and adventure.
A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
Discovering Cyprus by bus offers an insight into local cultures that offers passengers a unique perspective of everyday life on the island. This simple mode of transport is also a cost-effective way to traverse scenic landscapes, ancient ruins, town and city centres and picturesque villages all over the island. Buses also help to reduce the island’s carbon footprint, which in turn helps preserve Cyprus’s natural beauty.Â
THREE MAIN SERVICES
Three main bus services link the bus network that spans across the whole of the island. Each one works in conjunction with each other to form a reliable, regular and convenient overall bus service.Â
The three main bus services are
WORKING IN UNISON
All buses provide journeys with comfort and service in mind. Each bus is fully air-conditioned and offers free Wifi and spacious seating. The airport bus service generally ferries people to and from the airports. The local municipal buses and the intercity bus service work in unison to connect all of the major towns and villages. Each local municipal zone runs its bus services that generally encompass the local area in which they operate.
THE SMARTPHONE BUS APP
There is also a reliable bus app, ‘Cyprus Bus’ by Motion, which can be easily installed on most mobile phone devices. This smartphone app accurately displays all bus stops, timetables and routes.
TICKETS & PASSES
Single or return tickets or an all-day bus ticket, can be obtained from the driver when boarding. It is also advisable to have the correct amount of change as large bank notes may not be accepted. For regular travellers, a re-loadable smart card bus pass, much like a credit card, can be purchased. This is known as a MOTION BUS CARD and can be registered against an owner or can remain anonymous.Â
Three different fare periods are supported
7 day weekly pass
30 day monthly pass
365 day annual pass
The MOTION BUS CARD  also includes an e-wallet facility. This offers the user a cashless pay as you go option. Single fares, regardless of payment type, are accepted for up to two buses within 60 minutes.Â
The MOTION BUS CARD can be obtained and re-charged from the following ticket offices
- Solomou Square
- Makario Stadium Station
- General Hospital Station
- Tamasos Station
- Alampra Station
- Larnaca Central Station
- Larnaca Airport
- Kofinou Station
Motion Bus Card Sale Points – Tel: 1416
The MOTION BUS CARD can be re-charged online using the following links
kiosk vending machines also sell E-wallet, 7 and 30-day on-the-spot digital top-up vouchers that can be installed and used almost immediately.Â
- Solomou Station (Accepts cash or credit card payment)
- Larnaca Central Station. (Accepts cash or credit card payment)
- General Hospital (Accepts credit card payment only)
- Larnaca Airport. (Accepts credit card payment only)
E-Wallet card balance information can be checked online or obtained from any driver or operator at a MOTION BUS CARD SALE POINT. Â
AIRPORT BUS SERVICE
The AIRPORT BUS SERVICE offers visitors a cost-effective, stress-free way of reaching any destination, eliminating the need for complicated transfers or expensive taxi rides. The service includes Cyprus’s two main international airports. Both airports are regularly serviced by buses. Paphos International Airport is located in the western part of the island and Larnaca International Airport is located in the eastern part of the island. A bus service that transports visitors directly to their respective town centres operates daily from both airports and from there, people can then easily transition to the inter-city or local municipal bus network.
LOCAL MUNICIPAL BUS SERVICE
LOCAL MUNICIPAL BUSESÂ are run locally by each individual local municipal council. These regular buses often boast an efficient and reliable comprehensive service that connects all neighbouring villages to their respective town centres. These buses run regularly all day long with a restricted night service.
INTERCITY BUS SERVICE
INTERCITY BUSESÂ boast an efficient and reliable comprehensive network, which connects all major towns, city centres & some villages. Each connection starts and ends in the respective town centre and these buses run regularly all day long. This service also operates a restricted night service.
