Taxi in Northern Cyprus
There are no familiar taxi aggregators like Uber, Yandex Go, or Gett in Northern Cyprus. Taxis are booked directly: by phone, via WhatsApp/Telegram, or through carrier websites. Approximate price guidelines for popular routes: Kyrenia — Ercan around 50 EUR, Kyrenia — Nicosia around 40 EUR, Lapta — Ercan around 55 EUR, İskele — Ercan around 60 EUR, İskele — Famagusta around 40 EUR, Famagusta — Nicosia around 45 EUR, Güzelyurt — Ercan around 70 EUR.
- How to book a taxi in Northern Cyprus
- Taxi companies in Northern Cyprus
- Price guidelines for trips
- Contacts of private taxi drivers
- Frequently asked questions about taxis
There is no service like “Uber” here, nor Yandex Go or Gett. The reasons are usually practical: low traffic, high license costs, and the fact that most drivers operate according to the island's usual model — directly, without an aggregator.
There are plenty of options to get from point A to point B in Northern Cyprus. Taxi drivers usually work independently, less often forming small groups to share orders and find available cars faster.
Taxi company websites have appeared relatively recently, and many drivers provide business cards. Most drivers speak English, with occasional Russian-speaking drivers. If a Russian-speaking driver is essential, people usually look for offers in specialized chats/channels. For example, in this one.
How to book a taxi in Northern Cyprus
How to do it
- Choose a booking method: company website, phone call, or WhatsApp/Telegram message.
- Specify the route (from/to), pickup time, and number of passengers/luggage.
- Ask for the price in advance (especially important for transfers to Ercan Airport).
- Confirm details: car model/color, meeting point reference, driver’s name, and payment method.
Taxi companies in Northern Cyprus
Many carrier websites offer online booking. You can also usually send a message via messenger to the phone number.
North Cyprus Brothers Taxi
- Website: northcyprus-brotherstaxi.com
- Phone: +90 533 860 5864 / WhatsApp
GNC Taxi
- Website: gnctaxi.com
- Phone: +90 533 851 2557 / WhatsApp
Cyprustaxi.net
- Website: cyprustaxi.net
- Phone: +90 533 870 7407 / WhatsApp
Cyprus Luxury Taxi
- Website: cyprusluxurytaxi.com
- Phone: +90 533 882 8252 / WhatsApp
Kibris Taxi
- Website: taksikibris.com
- Phone: +90 533 872 4803 / WhatsApp
Bellapais Taxi
- Website: bellapaistaxi.com
- Phone: +90 542 859 2875 / WhatsApp
Ercan Taxis
- Website: ercantaxi.com
- Phone: +90 533 859 2159 / WhatsApp
Kyrenia Taxi service
- Website: kyreniataxiservice.com
- Phone: +90 542 851 4333 / WhatsApp
Gold Taxi Cyprus
- Website: goldtaxicyprus.com
- Phone: +90 533 884 1238 / WhatsApp
Easy Cyprus Transfers
- Website: easycyprustransfers.com
- Phone: +90 533 866 7452 / WhatsApp
Onay VIP Tourism
- Website: cyprustaksi.com
- Phone: +90 533 888 6428 / WhatsApp
Indicative Trip Prices
Below is an approximate price list for popular routes. In practice, the cost may depend on the time of day, pick-up point, number of passengers, luggage, and whether a minivan is required.
| Route | Price Estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lapta — Ercan | 55 EUR | Usually for airport transfers |
| Kyrenia — Ercan | 50 EUR | One of the most frequent routes |
| Kyrenia — Nicosia | 40 EUR | Price depends on pick-up location |
| Famagusta — Nicosia | 45 EUR | Price depends on time and addresses |
| Iskele — Ercan | 60 EUR | Popular route |
| Iskele — Famagusta | 40 EUR | Price depends on time and address |
| Guzelyurt — Ercan | 70 EUR | Usually more expensive due to distance |
Private Taxi Contacts
Below are examples of drivers who work directly. Before the trip, it is usually convenient to confirm the price in advance and agree on a meeting point.
- Mikhail — +90 533 860 2576 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito (transfers around Northern Cyprus, to Larnaca, to Paphos; excursions; car rental). Russian-speaking.
- Arif — +90 533 820 5872 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito (transfers around Northern Cyprus, to Larnaca, to Paphos; car rental).
- Khashmet — +90 533 875 2574 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito / E Class (transfers around Northern Cyprus, to Larnaca, to Paphos; taxis in Iskele and Famagusta; car rental).
- Hasan — +90 539 104 2200 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class (taxis in Kyrenia, Kyrenia — Ercan transfers, island trips).
- Ismail — +90 533 885 5979 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class (taxis in Kyrenia, Kyrenia — Ercan transfers, island trips).
- Osman — +90 533 860 7906 / WhatsApp — +357 99 250673 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito (transfers around Northern Cyprus, to Larnaca, to Paphos). Russian-speaking.
- Dionis — +357 99 910787 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito (transfers around the Republic of Cyprus (southern part) and Northern Cyprus; island excursions). Russian-speaking.
- Ayhan — +90 548 844 2012 / WhatsApp — Mercedes Vito (transfers around Northern Cyprus, to Larnaca, to Paphos).
- Omer — +90 533 876 9279 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxis in Kyrenia, transfers to Ercan, transfers around Northern Cyprus).
- Taner — +90 533 833 9088 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxi in Girne, transfers to Ercan, transfers across Northern Cyprus).
- Adem — +90 533 840 5203 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxi in Girne, transfers to Ercan, transfers across Northern Cyprus).
- Ayda Taxi (Ercan) — +90 533 838 3333 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class / Vito (transfers from Ercan airport across Northern Cyprus, taxi in Lefkoşa).
- Mehmet — +90 542 881 2210 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxi in Famagusta, transfers to Ercan, transfers across Northern Cyprus).
- Mumin Hasan — +90 533 885 1699 / WhatsApp — +90 542 873 7913 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxi in Girne, transfers to Ercan, transfers across Northern Cyprus).
- Rafet — +90 542 880 3585 / WhatsApp — Mercedes E Class / C Class (taxi in Girne, transfers to Ercan, transfers across Northern Cyprus).
Frequently Asked Questions About Taxis
What cars are used for taxis in Northern Cyprus?
Minivans (e.g., Mercedes Vito) often arrive for trips with family and luggage. Business-class sedans are also common. The exact model depends on the driver and availability at the time of booking.
Are the famous six-door Mercedes taxis available?
This option is rare. Sometimes it is available as a separate "exclusive" service, which usually needs to be arranged in advance.
How much does a taxi ride cost in Northern Cyprus?
Guidelines for popular routes are provided in the table above. To know the exact price for your pickup location and time, it is usually easier to request the fare before the trip.
Where can I find private taxi drivers' phone numbers?
Some contacts are listed in this article under the section “Private Taxi Contacts.” Contacts are also often shared in thematic chats and channels about Northern Cyprus. For example, here.
Glossary
Transfer — a prearranged ride (often to/from the airport) with a fixed pickup time.
Ercan — the airport of Northern Cyprus.
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