How to pay for buses in Rhodes
On KTEL Rhodes buses you pay the driver in cash — bank cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are not accepted on board. From Rhodes Town buy at the station kiosk first; from other stops pay the driver. The airport bus to town is about €2.50.
Best option for tourists
Carry euro cash for KTEL buses. In Rhodes Town buy at the Averof Street station kiosk before boarding; elsewhere pay the driver in cash. The airport bus to Rhodes Town is about €2.50.
| Transport | Card | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Cash | Onboard | Advance ticket | Front door | Tap off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KTEL bus (incl. airport)Cash to the driver is the reliable option; card acceptance on board is not something to rely on. | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Unknown | No |
Can you pay by card on the bus?
No — KTEL Rhodes is cash-only on board and the driver sells tickets in euros. A few passengers report card readers appearing on some buses, but this isn't reliable, so plan to pay cash.
Where to buy and buying from the driver
At the main Rhodes Town station (Averof Street) buy at the kiosk before boarding. From other stops the driver or conductor sells tickets in cash — you don't need exact change. Online e-tickets exist but are unreliable.
Getting to and from the airport
The bus from Rhodes airport to Rhodes Town costs about €2.50 (slightly more if bought from the driver), paid in cash. Most resort routes on the east coast require a change in Rhodes Town.
Common questions
Can I pay with card on the bus in Rhodes?
Not reliably. KTEL Rhodes buses are cash-only on board, so carry euro cash and don't depend on tapping a card.
Do I need cash for the Rhodes bus?
Yes. Pay the driver in cash; you don't need exact change. In Rhodes Town you can also buy at the station kiosk before boarding.
Nearby and similar guides
Santorini
Santorini's KTEL buses are cash-only, with a conductor selling and checking tickets; almost every route runs through the Fira bus station.
Corfu
Corfu's blue city buses (Astiko KTEL Kerkyras) are cheapest when you buy before boarding at Saroko Square, machines or kiosks; paying cash on board is possible but costs more.