Transport
Malta offers a modern, relatively cheap and reliable public transport system of route buses, high-quality taxi services and other types of transport.
The public bus service on Malta and Gozo is a good way to get around as buses serve the major tourist areas, go practically everywhere and are inexpensive and efficient. Malta Public Transport can get you anywhere you want to go in Malta and Gozo between 5:30 am and 11 pm. A night service runs on Friday and Saturday nights and on public holidays. In Winter, a bus ticket costs €2, while in Summer it costs €2.50. The night rate is €3.00 all year round. If you’re planning to stay for 7 or more days, it’s usually more economical to buy a Malta public transport chip card, locally referred to as the ‘Tallinja card’. You can buy bus tickets and passes at Malta Public Transport sales office/booth, from local retail shops.
You can find here routes and timetables: publictransport.com.mt/en/routes-timetables.
In fact, as traffic congestion got worse over the years in Malta, sometimes ferries are a far better alternative. Getting around in Malta with a water taxi is a faster way to travel between the cities around the Grand Harbour. It is also a nice and peaceful way to experience the historic harbour than by bus. Water taxis are also a fun way of getting around especially when travelling with children. Search for more info: gozochannel.com
Several private companies run efficient (but not very cheap) taxi services in Malta. You can book different types of vehicles depending on the number of people travelling.
Renting a car (remember: driving is on the left!) or a motorbike in Malta is also a good option.