Transport & Getting Around Malta

Malta has a public bus network operated by Malta Public Transport (Tallinja) that covers most of the island. There is no rail system, no metro, and no tram. Taxis, ride-hailing (Bolt), and car-sharing fill the gaps.

Tallinja Bus Network

Buses are the main public transport. Most routes pass through Valletta bus terminus. A single trip costs €1.50 in winter and €2.00 in summer with a personalised Tallinja card. Without the card, cash fares are €3.00 per trip.

Getting a Tallinja Card

You can apply for a personalised Tallinja card online at tallinja.com. You need a passport photo and your ID number. Monthly passes (€26) and 7-day explore cards (€21) are available. The personalised card gives you access to reduced fares.

Bolt & Taxis

Bolt is widely used in Malta and is usually cheaper than traditional white taxis. Traditional taxis use fixed zone-based pricing. Both are available at the airport. Bolt drivers accept card payments through the app.

Driving in Malta

Malta drives on the left. Roads are narrow and congestion is severe, especially in the central corridor (Sliema–St Julian's–Birkirkara). If you need a car, insurance is mandatory. Your foreign driving licence is valid for the first year. Malta has among the highest car-per-capita ratios in Europe.

Inter-island Transport

The Gozo Channel ferry connects Malta (Ċirkewwa) to Gozo (Mġarr) and runs frequently. The crossing takes about 25 minutes. A fast-ferry also runs from Valletta to Gozo.