How to get from Birkirkara to Sliema by bus?

From Birkirkara to Sliema by bus

To get from Birkirkara to Sliema in Tas-Sliema, take the 43 bus from Suq station to Msida station. Next, take the 16 bus from Msida station to Ferries 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min.

25min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
Bus - 1616
Walk to Sliema
Leaves from Suq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Suq
    390 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Msida
    8 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Swieqi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferries 5
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Sliema
    Walk to
    Sliema
    Triq Ix-Xatt
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Birkirkara to Sliema by bus via 43 and 14

To get from Birkirkara to Sliema in Tas-Sliema, take the 43 bus from Suq station to Msida station. Next, take the 14 bus from Msida station to Ferries 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min.

25min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
Bus - 1414
Walk to Sliema
Leaves from Suq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Suq
    390 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Msida
    8 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Pembroke P&R
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferries 5
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Sliema
    Walk to
    Sliema
    Triq Ix-Xatt
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birkirkara to Sliema

The distance between Birkirkara, Tas-Sliema and Sliema, Tas-Sliema is approximately 5.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birkirkara to Sliema by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Tas-Sliema – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Birkirkara

Birkirkara is located at Triq Is-Santwarju, Tas-Sliema and the nearest public transport station is Lieni.

Bus stations close to Birkirkara:

  • Lieni
  • Kunsill
  • Suq

Ferry stations close to Birkirkara:

  • Sliema Ferry

Public transport stations close to Sliema, Tas-Sliema

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

Bus stations close to Sliema:

  • Trofimu
  • Chalet
  • Dimech

Ferry stations close to Sliema:

  • Sliema Ferry
  • Cospicua
  • Valletta

Related Routes

Alternative route from Birkirkara to Sliema by bus via 43 and 14

To get from Birkirkara to Sliema in Tas-Sliema, take the 43 bus from Suq station to Msida station. Next, take the 14 bus from Msida station to Ferries 5 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min.

25min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4343
Bus - 1414
Walk to Sliema
Leaves from Suq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Suq
    390 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4343
    Wait for bus
    43
    Valletta
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Msida
    8 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Pembroke P&R
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferries 5
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Sliema
    Walk to
    Sliema
    Triq Ix-Xatt
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 43, Bus line 16.

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

    The alternative route takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 43, Bus line 14.

  • Is there a direct bus between Birkirkara and Sliema?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Birkirkara to Sliema?

    The 43 bus line goes from Suq station near Birkirkara in Birkirkara to Valletta station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Valletta station near Sliema in Tas-Sliema.

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

    The total travel time between Birkirkara in Birkirkara and Sliema in Tas-Sliema by bus is about 25 min.

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

    Get on the 43 bus from the Suq stop near Birkirkara in Birkirkara.

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

    Get off the bus at the Valletta stop, which is closest to Sliema in Tas-Sliema.