Limassol, the vibrant coastal city on the southern edge of Cyprus, is one of the most popular destinations in the country. If Cyprus is part of your European trip, chances are, you’ll be landing at Larnaca International Airport, the main gateway to the island. So, how exactly do you get from Larnaca Airport to Limassol?
In this post, we’ll walk you through your transportation options and break down everything you need to know to get to Limassol.
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Cyprus Tips and Reminders
Before we dive into the transport details, here are a few key things to know that might come in handy for your trip to Limassol from Larnaca in Cyprus:
- Currency: Cyprus uses the euro (€) as its official currency. So all fare prices and travel costs we’ll mention in this post are in euro.
- Language: Greek. The official language is Greek, but don’t worry — English is widely understood, especially in tourist-friendly areas. You might hit a small language barrier in some local spots, but it’s usually easy to get by.
- Main Airport: The main entry point for most international travelers is Larnaca International Airport (LCA), also on the southern coast. From here, Limassol is just about an hour southwest.
How to Get to Limassol from Larnaca
Limassol is nestled along the southern coast of Cyprus. It’s the second-largest city on the island, just next to the capital Nicosia. You have two options to get to Limassol from Larnaca Airport: by Public Bus and by Direct Airport Shuttle or Airport Bus.
Upon landing at the airport, you’ll need to go through the usual arrival formalities like immigration and customs inspection. After picking up your luggage, you’ll be exiting into the Arrival Hall. Your next steps will depend on the transportation you’ll choose.
Larnaca Airport to Limassol By Direct Airport Bus
1. Go to the Airport Shuttle Counter.
Once you exit into the Arrival Hall, turn left. Then, walk all the way to the far end of the terminal. Just before you reach the exit doors, you’ll spot a ticket counter. Heads-up! It’s not possible to reserve a seat in advance for the Limassol Airport Express. Just buy your ticket when you arrive at the airport.
There’s only one direct bus service from Larnaca Airport to Limassol, and it’s run by Limassol Airport Express. It runs from 5:00 AM to 11:15 PM, making a total of 13 trips at varying intervals. As of our last visit in 2023, here’s the schedule:
This is hands down the fastest, most convenient, and hassle-free way to get to Limassol. The journey takes just around 50 minutes, with no transfers and only one quick stop before reaching its final destination.
- First stop: Tourist Area, near the St. Raphael Resort, Grand Resort, and Kanika Elias Beach
- Second and Final stop: Limassol Airport Express Station at the Agios Georgios Havouzas Station in Limassol’s city center.
Fare: Adult, €10; Child (3-12yo), €5
Travel Time: 50 minutes
Operating Hours: 5:00 AM – 11:15 PM
2. At Agios Georgios Havouzas Station in Limassol, get a ride to your accommodation.
You’ve got a few options to reach your hotel: you can hail a taxi or use a ride-hailing app. If you prefer using an app, BOLT and CABCY are both popular ride-hailing options in Cyprus. We personally used Bolt, and a driver was assigned to us almost instantly! It was super easy and efficient. If your hotel is located at the Molos area, near Pier Beach, expect to pay around EUR 12.
There’s also an intercity bus that passes by, but unfortunately, we weren’t able to get detailed info about its schedule or route.
By the way, if you get hungry, no worries! You’ll find a few great food spots right beside the station. Here are some of them:
- Bean Around. A cozy café, perfect if you’re in the mood for coffee or something light.
- Feedos. Check it out if you’re craving something more filling, which is a really good burger joint.
- Vending Machines. There are also vending machines scattered around the area, selling drinks and snacks in case you need a quick grab-and-go option.
Larnaca Airport to Limassol By Public Bus
1. Head to the City Bus Boarding Platform.
If you decide to take the public bus route, turn right once you get to the arrival hall. This will lead you to the area where city buses depart. This is the cheaper option, but it takes longer and involves a transfer.
Now, we didn’t try this option ourselves, but we did gather some handy info. Just before the exit, there’s a public transport info desk. We spoke with the friendly lady there, and she explained exactly how to reach Limassol using the public bus system. Here’s what she told us:
- From Larnaca Airport, take BUS 425, bound for Dekelia Power Station. A bus leaves the airport every 20 minutes from 6:30 AM until 11:50 PM. Fare is EUR 1.50 during the day and EUR 2.5 at night.
Get off at the Old Hospital, which is the 6th stop from the airport. - Transfer to the InterCity Bus to Limassol. The fare is EUR 4. Travel time is one hour 30 minutes.
2. Alight at the Old Hospital and switch to an InterCity Bus to Limassol.
Before your trip, find out which stop is closest to your hotel or destination so you know where to alight. From there, you may hail a cab on site or use an app like Bolt or Cabcy. These are the stops:
Photo Credit: Cyprus InterCity Bus Official Website
You can also check out this digital leaflet for more info.
Where to Stay in Limassol
The city center is also home to the Old Town of Limassol and the Limassol Marina, making it an ideal base for tourists. Aside from the numerous accommodation options, the area is also dotted with restaurants and is close to several attractions. Here are some of the top-rated hotels according to user reviews online.
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How to Get from Limassol to Larnaca Airport
For our trip to Larnaca Airport from Limassol, we also took the Limassol Airport Express and simply retraced our steps. But here’s the catch: our flight was scheduled for 5:00 AM, and the first bus leaves Limassol at 5:00 AM, too. Obviously, that wouldn’t work.
So, we decided to take the last bus the night before and spend the night at the airport. Check-in opened at 2:00 AM anyway, so it made sense. At first, we were a bit concerned about availability and even tried calling to reserve seats, but they told us there was no need to reserve — just show up and buy our tickets on-site.
Limassol Airport Express booth at Agios Georgios Havouzas Station
We arrived at Agios Georgios Havouzas Station by 8:30 PM via taxi and bought our tickets for €10 each. The last bus was scheduled to depart at 9:30 PM.
We hadn’t had dinner yet, but thankfully, Feedos, the burger food truck right next to the station, was still open. So of course, we grabbed some burgers — and wow, they totally hit the spot!
The bus departed right on time at 9:30 PM. It was just us and one other passenger, so the ride was super quiet and relaxed. Around 50 minutes later, we arrived at Larnaca Airport, well ahead of time. From there, we just waited for the check-in counters to open.
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