Malta bus journey
How to get from Valletta to Sliema by bus
Based on Malta Public Transport's published route data, 4 routes serve both Valletta and Sliema. Always confirm direction and live departures with the operator before travelling.
Routes serving both Valletta and Sliema
Useful stops in Valletta
Useful stops in Sliema
Where to stay in Sliema
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Is there a direct bus from Valletta to Sliema?
On the published route data, routes 13, 14, 16, 13A serve both Valletta and Sliema. A direct journey may be possible — confirm direction and live times with the operator.
How do I check live times for Valletta to Sliema?
Use the official Malta Public Transport journey planner, linked below. The times on this site are reference data only and are not live.
Which stops should I use in Sliema?
Useful arrival stops in Sliema include Sliema. See the stop pages for the routes that serve each.
Can I do this journey without a car?
Malta's bus network covers most of the island. For a data-ranked overview of car-free travel, see our Malta without a car guide.
Always verify live departure times with Malta Public Transport before travelling. Data is sourced from publicly available Malta Public Transport route pages and is provided for planning reference only — it is not a realtime or guaranteed-accurate service. ImaginaMalta is not affiliated with Malta Public Transport.