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| Kofinou–Larnaca Αυτοκινητόδρομος Κοφίνου - Λάρνακας | ||||
| Route information | ||||
| Length | 19 km (12 mi) | |||
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| From | Kofinou Interchange | |||
| To | Kalo Chorio Junction | |||
| Location | ||||
| Country | Cyprus | |||
| Regions | Larnaca District | |||
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The A5 links the A1 motorway (at the level of Kofinou village) with the A3 near Larnaca. It serves as the main route linking the cities of Limassol (with the biggest seaport on the island) and Larnaca (with the largest airport). It runs parallel to the older B5 Main Road.
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