How to get from Sliema to Il-Birgu by bus?

By bus

To get from Sliema to Il-Birgu in Birgu, take the 21 bus from Ferries 1 station to Bombi 1 station. Next, take the 3 bus from Bombi 3 station to Fortini station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Bus - 2121
Bus - 33
Leaves from Ferries 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sliema
    Triq Ix-Xatt
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bombi 1
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bombi 3
    ID 6149
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kalkara
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Fortini
    Ride to bus station
    Fortini
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 13 and 3

To get from Sliema to Il-Birgu in Birgu, take the 13 bus from Ferries 4 station to Valletta 18 station. Next, take the 3 bus from Valletta A3 station to Fortini station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min.

36min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1313
Bus - 33
Leaves from Ferries 4

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ferries 4
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valletta 18
    ID 3018
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valletta A3
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kalkara
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Fortini
    Ride to bus station
    Fortini
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sliema to Il-Birgu

The distance between Sliema, Birgu and Il-Birgu, Birgu is approximately 11.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sliema to Il-Birgu by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Birgu – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Sliema

Sliema is located at Triq Ix-Xatt, Birgu and the nearest public transport station is Sliema.

Bus stations close to Sliema:

  • Sliema
  • Chalet
  • Hallet

Ferry stations close to Sliema:

  • Valletta
  • Sliema Ferry

Public transport stations close to Il-Birgu, Birgu

Il-Birgu is located at Triq Santa Liberata, Birgu and the nearest public transport station is Birgu Centre.

Bus stations close to Il-Birgu:

  • Birgu Centre
  • Riche
  • Zejt

Ferry stations close to Il-Birgu:

  • Sliema Ferry
  • Valletta
  • Valletta Ferry

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 13 and 3

To get from Sliema to Il-Birgu in Birgu, take the 13 bus from Ferries 4 station to Valletta 18 station. Next, take the 3 bus from Valletta A3 station to Fortini station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min.

36min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1313
Bus - 33
Leaves from Ferries 4

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ferries 4
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valletta 18
    ID 3018
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valletta A3
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kalkara
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Fortini
    Ride to bus station
    Fortini
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sliema to Il-Birgu?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 3.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sliema to Il-Birgu?

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Bus line 13, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sliema and Il-Birgu?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sliema to Il-Birgu?

    The 21 bus line goes from Valletta station near Sliema in Tas-Sliema to Bombi 1 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Fortini station near Il-Birgu in Birgu.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sliema to Il-Birgu by bus?

    The total travel time between Sliema in Tas-Sliema and Il-Birgu in Birgu by bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sliema to get to Il-Birgu?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Valletta stop near Sliema in Tas-Sliema.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sliema and Il-Birgu?

    Get off the bus at the Fortini stop, which is closest to Il-Birgu in Birgu.

  • When is the last bus from Sliema to Il-Birgu?

    The last bus from Sliema in Tas-Sliema to Il-Birgu in Birgu is the Ajruport - San Giljan line. It leaves the Ferries 3 stop at 01:40.

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