How to get from Rabat to Tarxien by bus?

From Rabat to Tarxien by bus

To get from Rabat to Tarxien in Malta, take the 51 bus from Buzugrilla 1 station to Blata L-Bajda 1 station. Next, take the 88 bus from Blata L-Bajda 4 station to Tarxien station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Bus - 8888
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
    Blata L-Bajda 1
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blata L-Bajda 4
    ID 428
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8888
    Wait for bus
    88
    Gudja
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Tarxien
    Ride to bus station
    Tarxien
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rabat to Tarxien by bus via 51 and 82

To get from Rabat to Tarxien in Malta, take the 51 bus from Buzugrilla 1 station to Blata L-Bajda 1 station. Next, take the 82 bus from Blata L-Bajda 4 station to Tarxien station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Bus - 8282
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
    Blata L-Bajda 1
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blata L-Bajda 4
    ID 428
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Birzebbugia
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Tarxien
    Ride to bus station
    Tarxien
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rabat to Tarxien

The distance between Rabat, Malta and Tarxien, Malta is approximately 16.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rabat to Tarxien 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 Tarxien, Malta

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

Bus stations close to Tarxien:

  • Tarxien
  • Duttrina
  • Brittanja

Ferry stations close to Tarxien:

  • Cospicua
  • Valletta
  • Valletta Ferry

Related Routes

Alternative route from Rabat to Tarxien by bus via 51 and 82

To get from Rabat to Tarxien in Malta, take the 51 bus from Buzugrilla 1 station to Blata L-Bajda 1 station. Next, take the 82 bus from Blata L-Bajda 4 station to Tarxien station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Bus - 8282
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
    Blata L-Bajda 1
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blata L-Bajda 4
    ID 428
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Birzebbugia
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Tarxien
    Ride to bus station
    Tarxien
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 51, Bus line 88.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 51, Bus line 82.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

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

    The 51 bus line goes from Buzugrilla 1 station near Rabat to Valletta station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Valletta station near Tarxien in Malta

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

    The total travel time between Rabat and Tarxien in Malta by bus is about 50 min.

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

    Get on the 51 bus from the Buzugrilla 1 stop near Rabat in Malta.

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

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

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