To our guests coming to Malta, we recommend the two ways to get around the islands safely and conveniently. These are either public transport (an extensive network of connections) or the Bolt app (the local equivalent of Uber).
Single tickets are bought directly from the driver (it would be greatly appreciated if you were to have exact change to enact payment). A single ticket is valid for 2 hours from the time of purchase for all transfers and costs around €1.50/ €2.00 (in the summer season, from mid-June to mid-October).
If you plan to travel and explore the Maltese Islands extensively, the most cost-effective solution is the season tickets (long-term). They take the form of plastic cards and can be bought in almost every grocery/souvenir shop or at Malta Public Transport information points. There are 3 types to choose from: