Ayia Napa bus: the complete lowdown — Protaras guide included

Oi, oi, curious soul! 😎 Fancy getting around Ayia Napa and Protaras without your holiday budget going tits up? (Go on, say ‘yes’… 😉) Lovely jubbly!

Ditch the hire car malarkey and hop on our dirt-cheap buses in Cyprus instead. Ayia Napa bus fares: €2 (≈£1.70) for a single ride, €6 (≈£5.10) for a day pass or €25 (≈£21) for a weekly pass.

Here’s the full scoop: Ayia Napa bus fares (including night buses and bike transport), savvy budget tips and a cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable

Getting around on an Ayia Napa bus to Nissi Beach is brilliant from start to finish. Ready to outsmart every overpaying holidaymaker and navigate Ayia Napa and Protaras like a proper tight-arsed Brit? (Go on, say ‘yes’ again… 😉) Lovely jubbly! 

Let’s get trolleyed, shall we? (savings first, proper cocktails at Nissi Beach after!) 😎💰🍹

Ayia Napa bus 2025: the ultimate FAQ guide — Protaras included

Last updated on 18 December 2025

Grab yourself a cuppa — this one’s a 9 mins read

Your questions, my answers — no fluff, mate!

Do Ayia Napa buses accept contactless payment?

2025: no credit cards! Cash only! Exact change preferred.

A photo of a young British couple boarding an Ayia Napa bus. She holds a city map and smiles at him.
Getting around on buses in Cyprus is brilliant from start to finish. Ayia Napa bus fares: €2 (≈£1.70) for a single ride, €6 (≈£5.10) for a day pass or €25 (≈£21) for a weekly pass. — Pic © AdobeStock

Do Protaras buses accept contactless payment?

Only cash in 2025! No credit cards. Bring small notes.

Close-up of a 5-day bus pass showing the Ayia Napa bus fare details.
5-day bus pass for Ayia Napa and Protaras: because why pay for a taxi when you can hop on the bus like a proper savvy holidaymaker? 😎🚍 — Pic © Markus Krenn

How much is the bus fare in Ayia Napa 2025?

Ayia Napa bus fares 2025: €2 per ride (≈£1.70). Cash only!

Close-up of a 5-day bus pass showing the Ayia Napa bus fare details, with the receipt also visible.
Only got five days in Ayia Napa, innit? No worries. I’ve got you sorted. There’s a proper bargain on — a 5-day pass for just €20 (≈£17). 😎🚍 — Pic © Markus Krenn

Ayia Napa bus prices 2025?

Ayia Napa bus prices 2025: €2 per ride (≈£1.70). Cash only!

A photo showing the Ayia Napa bus stop for line 102 located near Makronissos Beach.
Pro tip: the bus stops in Ayia Napa and Protaras come with real-time QR codes 🚏🚍 — Pic © Markus Krenn

How much is the bus fare in Protaras 2025?

Protaras bus fare 2025: €2 per ride (≈£1.70). Cash only!

Ayia Napa bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Makronissos Beach bus stop on Nissi Avenue (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍  These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

How much is the bus from Ayia Napa to Protaras?

Ayia Napa bus fares 2025: €2 per ride (≈£1.70). Cash only!

Ayia Napa bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Nissi Beach bus stop on Nissi Avenue (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍 These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

How much is the bus from Protaras to Ayia Napa?

Protaras bus prices 2025: €2 per ride (≈£1.70). Cash only!

Ayia Napa bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Ayia Napa Monastery bus stop by Ayia Napa Square (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍 These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

How much is the night bus fare in Ayia Napa 2025?

9pm-4am night bus fare: €3 per ride (=£2.55). Cash only!

Protaras bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Fig Tree Bay beach bus stop in Protaras (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Protaras bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍 These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

Ayia Napa night bus prices 2025?

Night bus price: €3 (=£2.55) from 9pm-4am. Bring cash!

Ayia Napa bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Ayia Napa Monastery bus stop by Ayia Napa Square (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍 These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

Ayia Napa to Nissi Beach night bus cost 2025?

Night bus cost: €3 (=£2.55) from 9pm-4am. Cash only!

Ayia Napa bus timetable got you baffled? No worries. I’ve put together a short, easy-to-follow vid with all the times for the Ayia Napa Monastery bus stop by Ayia Napa Square (yes, I do spoil you). Save my cheeky Ayia Napa bus timetable on your mobile — a total lifesaver when you’re out and about. 🚏🚍 These are Monday to Friday times (weekends can be a tad different). — Vid © Markus Krenn

How much is the night bus fare in Protaras 2025?

9pm-4am night bus fare: €3 per ride (=£2.55). Cash only!

A photo of an Ayia Napa bus driving on the left-hand side of the road, typical for buses in Cyprus.
Buses in Cyprus are your budget-friendly lifeline between Ayia Napa’s city buzz and Protaras’ quiet family beaches. 😎🚍 — Pic © iStock

Protaras night bus prices 2025?

Night bus price: €3 (=£2.55) from 9pm-4am. Bring cash!

Protaras to Ayia Napa night bus cost 2025?

Night bus cost: €3 (=£2.55) from 9pm-4am. Cash only!

free Ayia Napa bus timetable download

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Ayia Napa bus schedule 2025

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Download Ayia Napa bus times 2025

Grab your free 2025 Ayia Napa & Protaras bus times above!

How much is a bus day pass in Ayia Napa 2025?

2025 bus day pass for Ayia Napa: €6 (£5.10). Cash only!

How much is a bus day pass in Protaras 2025?

2025 bus day pass for Protaras: €6 (£5.10). Cash only!

How much is a 5-day bus pass in Ayia Napa 2025?

2025 5-day bus pass for Ayia Napa: €20 (£17). Cash only!

How much is a 5-day bus pass in Protaras 2025?

2025 5-day bus pass for Protaras: €20 (£17). Cash only!

How much is a weekly bus pass in Ayia Napa 2025?

2025 weekly bus pass for Ayia Napa: €25 (£21). Cash only!

Ayia Napa 7-day bus pass price 2025?

2025 7-day bus pass for Ayia Napa: €25 (£21). Cash only!

Weekly unlimited bus travel Ayia Napa 2025

2025 weekly unlimited bus travel for Ayia Napa: €25 (£21).

How much is a weekly bus pass in Protaras 2025?

2025 weekly bus pass for Protaras: €25 (£21). Cash only!

Protaras 7-day bus pass price 2025

2025 7-day bus pass for Protaras: €25 (£21). Cash only!

Weekly unlimited bus travel Protaras 2025

2025 weekly unlimited bus travel for Protaras: €25 (£21).

Can I pay by card on Ayia Napa buses?

2025: no credit cards! Cash only! Exact change preferred.

Can I pay by card on Protaras buses?

2025: no credit cards! Bring cash! Exact change preferred.

Apple Pay Ayia Napa buses

2025: no Apple Pay! Cash only! Exact change preferred.

Apple Pay Protaras buses

2025: no Apple Pay! Bring cash! Exact change preferred.

Can I take my bike on buses in Ayia Napa and Protaras?

2025 bike fare: €2 (£1.70). Space limited — ask driver!

Bike transport Ayia Napa buses

Space limited — ask driver! 2025 bike fare: €2 (£1.70).

Can I use a single bus ticket from Ayia Napa to Protaras?

Yes! 2025 Ayia Napa single bus ticket covers Protaras too.

Ayia Napa to Protaras bus ticket price 2025

Ayia Napa & Protaras bus fares 2025: €2 per ride (£1.70).

Where can I use my Ayia Napa bus day pass?

bus day pass covers Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera & Paralimni

Does Ayia Napa bus pass work in Protaras?

Yes! 2025 Ayia Napa bus pass covers Protaras too.

Where can I use my Ayia Napa 5-day bus pass?

5-day pass covers Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera & Paralimni.

Does Ayia Napa 5-day bus pass work in Protaras?

Yes! 2025 Ayia Napa 5-day bus pass covers Protaras too.

Where can I use my Ayia Napa weekly bus pass?

7-day pass covers Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera & Paralimni.

Does Ayia Napa weekly bus pass work in Protaras?

Yes! 2025 Ayia Napa weekly bus pass covers Protaras too.

Do bus driver in Ayia Napa speak English?

Yes! All Ayia Napa bus drivers speak good English (ESL).

Do bus driver in Protaras speak English?

Yes! All Protaras bus drivers speak good English (ESL).

English-speaking transport in Ayia Napa

2025: all bus drivers in Ayia Napa speak proper English.

English-speaking transport in Protaras

2025: all bus drivers in Protaras speak proper English.

Is a weekly bus pass in Ayia Napa worth it?

If you’re heading to Ayia Napa, I’d definitely recommend you grab the weekly bus pass. It’s a proper bargain at just €25 (≈£21) — that’s less than a Sunday roast with a pint at your local pub back home.

This little beauty is valid for a full seven days from purchase. And here’s the kicker: you can hop on and off those buses like you’re playing musical chairs. 😎🚍

If you’re keen to be a proper holidaymaker and explore every nook and cranny of Ayia Napa (and hidden gems like Protaras, Pernera and Paralimni) without wearing out your flip-flops, this one’s for you.

Unlimited bus rides on all Ayia Napa bus routes mean you can zip around like a proper holidaymaker on a mission, checking out every beach, boozer and bit of culture that takes your fancy.

No need to faff about with loose change either — one bus pass sorts you out for your entire hols. Sorted!

Only got five days in Ayia Napa, innit? No worries. I’ve got you sorted. There’s a proper bargain on — a 5-day pass for just €20 (≈£17).

Where can I buy tickets in Ayia Napa?

No need for a treasure hunt, mate. Just grab your tickets straight from the bus driver.

One tiny detail though: they’re strictly cash-only on all buses (old habits die hard, as they say.)

Here’s a top tip that’ll make you everyone’s favourite fellow passenger: if you’ve got the exact change ready whilst queuing (and let’s face it, all Brits do love a proper queue) you’ll be the hero keeping things moving along nicely.

Nobody wants to be the muppet counting out cents while there’s a bus full of sweaty holidaymakers waiting, right? 🥵🚍

Which bus company serves Ayia Napa?

Well, there’s this rather quirky bunch called OSEA running the town buses. Strange name, I know but bear with me.

Their proper title is something of a mouthful — Famagusta District Transportation Organisation (blimey, try saying that after a pint!).

Come 2029, they’ll be celebrating their big twenty (not too shabby for a bus company, innit?).

The lovely lot from Paralimni don’t just stick to Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera and their home turf. Their buses zip off to the neighbouring villages of Xylofagou, Xylotymbou and Ormideia (crikey, more tongue-twisters for you) too.

Alright, those three tongue-twister villages are technically Larnaca district but let’s not get bogged down in bureaucratic waffle. The important bit is getting you there in one piece. 😂🥁😉

Ayia Napa buses win big for budget travel

In a nutshell: our modern buses in Cyprus (no, they’re not the rickety old double-deckers like back in your neck of the woods) will whisk you around every corner of Ayia Napa and Protaras faster than you can say “another round of pints”. 🍻😎

And with our day pass, 5-day pass or 7-day pass you’ll save enough dosh for a few of those cheeky cocktails at Nissi Beach (quite the bargain, innit?).

Well, here’s a bit of good news for my UK readers — no need to dust off that old Greek phrasebook!

While our bus drivers enjoy having a proper natter in Greek (and who can blame them?), they’ve all learned English at school and speak it well.

Just a heads-up: keep it simple, stupid. No need to go full Cockney rhyming slang or test out your best Geordie accent.

Plain English will do the trick (save your ‘innit’s’ and ‘bloody’s’ for the pub back home).

If you follow this simple rule our Ayia Napa bus drivers will get you sorted faster than you can say ‘mine’s a pint!’. 😎🍺

Share your hols experience in the comments below, so other holidaymakers can benefit from your tips! I’ll go first. I’m all about having a stroll. If it’s too much of a trek I’ll hop on an Ayia Napa bus.

What about you? Do you usually hop on an Ayia Napa bus, hire a car or get a taxi?

Give me a shout in the comments below! Looking forward to posting more cracking blog posts for your upcoming hols in Cyprus. Take care! Cheers, Markus