Route Comparison
Valletta to Sliema: Travel Options & Verdict
Distance: 2 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.
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Take the Valletta Ferry Service across Marsamxett Harbour. The crossing takes just 5 minutes and costs €1.50 (€2.80 return), providing stunning views of Valletta bastions and saving a 35-minute bus ride around traffic creeks.
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| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Typical Price | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
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| ferry Direct | Valletta Ferry Services | 5m | €1.50 - €1.50 |
Dep: Valletta Marsamxett Landing
Arr: Sliema Ferries Pier (The Strand)
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Fast, scenic, and bypasses all harbor traffic. Fare source |
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
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