Transportation in Zakynthos (Zante)

Zakynthos (Zante) runs on a simple transport mix: rental cars and scooters dominate the island, local buses connect the main resorts to Zakynthos Town, and taxis fill the gaps. The coastal KTEL buses are cheap and reliable between Laganas, Kalamaki, Tsilivi and the capital. But anything inland or after dark usually means wheels of your own. For flexibility, most visitors grab a scooter or small car for a few days, it's a fraction of what taxis cost for repeated trips and lets you reach hidden coves before the tour boats arrive. First-timers should know the bus hub is Zakynthos Town, so cross-island hops often mean doubling back through the capital. Skip the random taxi touts at Laganas strip. Use the official rank or a ride-hailing app to avoid inflated fares. From the airport, the public bus stops right outside and reaches Town in about 15 minutes, it's the cheapest option and runs throughout the day. If you're loaded with bags or landing late, the taxi queue is just beyond arrivals. Agree the fare before you load up, as there's no meter enforcement on the island.