How to get from Sliema to Rabat by bus?

From Sliema to Rabat by bus

To get from Sliema to Rabat in Malta, take the 14 bus from Chalet station to Marina station. Next, take the 50 bus from Marina station to Buzugrilla 1 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min.

52min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1414
Bus - 5050
Walk to Rabat
Leaves from Chalet

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chalet
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Marina
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marina
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Rabat
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buzugrilla 1
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rabat
    Walk to
    Rabat
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Sliema to Rabat by bus via 16 and 50

To get from Sliema to Rabat in Malta, take the 16 bus from Chalet station to Marina station. Next, take the 50 bus from Marina station to Buzugrilla 1 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Bus - 5050
Walk to Rabat
Leaves from Chalet

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chalet
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Marina
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marina
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Rabat
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buzugrilla 1
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rabat
    Walk to
    Rabat
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sliema to Rabat

The distance between Sliema, Malta and Rabat, Malta is approximately 15.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sliema to Rabat 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 Sliema

Sliema is located at Sliema, Malta and the nearest public transport station is Xerri.

Bus stations close to Sliema:

  • Xerri
  • Ferries 1
  • Ferries 2

Ferry stations close to Sliema:

  • Sliema Ferry

Public transport stations close to Rabat, Malta

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

Bus stations close to Rabat:

  • Palma
  • Antoine
  • Qasgha

Related Routes

Alternative route from Sliema to Rabat by bus via 16 and 50

To get from Sliema to Rabat in Malta, take the 16 bus from Chalet station to Marina station. Next, take the 50 bus from Marina station to Buzugrilla 1 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Bus - 5050
Walk to Rabat
Leaves from Chalet

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chalet
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Marina
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marina
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Rabat
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buzugrilla 1
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rabat
    Walk to
    Rabat
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 14, Bus line 50.

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

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 50.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sliema and Rabat?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sliema to Rabat?

    The 14 bus line goes from Chalet station near Sliema in Tas-Sliema to Valletta station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Valletta station near Rabat in Malta.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sliema to Rabat by bus?

    The total travel time between Sliema in Tas-Sliema and Rabat in Malta by bus is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sliema to get to Rabat?

    Get on the 14 bus from the Chalet stop near Sliema in Tas-Sliema.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sliema and Rabat?

    Get off the bus at the Valletta stop, which is closest to Rabat in Malta.

  • When is the last bus from Sliema to Rabat?

    The last bus from Sliema in Tas-Sliema to Rabat in Malta is the Rabat - Sliema line. It leaves the Sliema stop at 00:30.

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