How to get from Rabat to Birgu by bus?

From Rabat to Birgu by bus

To get from Rabat to Birgu in Malta, take the X3 bus from Buzugrilla 3 station to Lourdes station. Next, take the 3 bus from Lourdes station to Riche station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min.

39min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X3X3
Bus - 33
Leaves from Buzugrilla 3

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buzugrilla 3
    ID 1321
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X3X3
    Wait for bus
    X3
    Ajruport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lourdes
    ID 355
    26 min
  • 4
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kalkara
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Riche
    Ride to bus station
    Riche
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rabat to Birgu by bus via 51 and 2

To get from Rabat to Birgu in Malta, take the 51 bus from Buzugrilla 1 station to Valletta 18 station. Next, take the 2 bus from Valletta A2 station to Riche station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Bus - 22
Leaves from Buzugrilla 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buzugrilla 1
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valletta 18
    ID 3018
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valletta A2
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Birgu Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Riche
    Ride to bus station
    Riche
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rabat to Birgu

The distance between Rabat, Malta and Birgu, Malta is approximately 17.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rabat to Birgu by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Malta – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Rabat

Rabat is located at Rabat, Malta and the nearest public transport station is Buzugrilla 1.

Bus stations close to Rabat:

  • Buzugrilla 1
  • Buzugrilla 3
  • Gargir

Public transport stations close to Birgu, Malta

Birgu is located at Birgu, Malta and the nearest public transport station is Riche.

Bus stations close to Birgu:

  • Riche
  • Zejt
  • Fortini

Ferry stations close to Birgu:

  • Cospicua
  • Valletta
  • Valletta Ferry

Related Routes

Alternative route from Rabat to Birgu by bus via 51 and 2

To get from Rabat to Birgu in Malta, take the 51 bus from Buzugrilla 1 station to Valletta 18 station. Next, take the 2 bus from Valletta A2 station to Riche station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Bus - 22
Leaves from Buzugrilla 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buzugrilla 1
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valletta 18
    ID 3018
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valletta A2
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Birgu Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Riche
    Ride to bus station
    Riche
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rabat to Birgu?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line X3, Bus line 3.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rabat to Birgu?

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 51, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rabat and Birgu in Malta?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rabat to Birgu in Malta?

    The X3 bus line goes from Buzugrilla 3 station near Rabat to Ajruport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ajruport station near Birgu in Malta

  • How long does it take to travel from Rabat to Birgu in Malta by bus?

    The total travel time between Rabat and Birgu in Malta by bus is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rabat to get to Birgu in Malta?

    Get on the X3 bus from the Buzugrilla 3 stop near Rabat in Malta.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rabat and Birgu in Malta?

    Get off the bus at the Ajruport stop, which is closest to Birgu in Malta.

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