How to get from Rabat to Safi by bus?

By bus

To get from Rabat to Safi in Malta, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 53 bus from Buzugrilla 2 station to Rabat 1 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 52 bus and finally take the 71 bus from Blata L-Bajda 4 station to Midri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min.

67min
Bus - 5353
Bus - 5252
Bus - 7171
Leaves from Buzugrilla 2

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Rabat
  • 2
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Rabat Virtu
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rabat 1
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Valletta
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blata L-Bajda 1
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blata L-Bajda 4
    ID 428
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Zurrieq
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Midri
    Ride to bus station
    Midri
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via X3 and 71

To get from Rabat to Safi in Malta, take the X3 bus from Buzugrilla 3 station to Avjazzjoni station. Next, take the 71 bus from Avjazzjoni station to Midri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X3X3
Bus - 7171
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
    Avjazzjoni
    ID 283
    42 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Zurrieq
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Midri
    Ride to bus station
    Midri
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rabat to Safi

The distance between Rabat, Malta and Safi, Malta is approximately 19.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rabat to Safi 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 Gargir.

Bus stations close to Rabat:

  • Gargir
  • Qasgha
  • Fejgel

Public transport stations close to Safi, Malta

Safi is located at Safi, Malta and the nearest public transport station is Hajt.

Bus stations close to Safi:

  • Hajt
  • Artillerija
  • Midri

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via X3 and 71

To get from Rabat to Safi in Malta, take the X3 bus from Buzugrilla 3 station to Avjazzjoni station. Next, take the 71 bus from Avjazzjoni station to Midri station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min.

58min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X3X3
Bus - 7171
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
    Avjazzjoni
    ID 283
    42 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Zurrieq
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Midri
    Ride to bus station
    Midri
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 53, Bus line 52, Bus line 71.

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

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line X3, Bus line 71.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

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

    The 53 bus line goes from Rabat Virtu station near Rabat to Rabat 1 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Rabat 1 station near Safi in Malta

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

    The total travel time between Rabat and Safi in Malta by bus is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the 53 bus from the Rabat Virtu stop near Rabat in Malta.

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

    Get off the bus at the Rabat 1 stop, which is closest to Safi in Malta.

  • When is the last bus from Rabat to Safi in Malta?

    The last bus from Rabat to Safi in Malta is the Ajruport - Bugibba line. It leaves the Buzugrilla 3 stop at 00:28.

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