Airport Direct (TD1)

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Take the Airport Direct bus to Żebbuġ, Rabat, Buġibba, Mellieħa and Ċirkewwa.

List of Bus Stops

Location	Bus Stops
Luqa	Airport 1, Avjazzjoni, Mitjar
Żebbuġ	Rohan
Rabat	Rabat 4
Qawra	Arznel
Buġibba	Wileġ, Buġibba Bay 2, Ġifen
Xemxija	Roti
Mellieħa	Mellieħa, Adenau, Skrajda
Marfa	Aħrax
Ċirkewwa	Ċirkewwa Alight 1

Shuttle Schedule Overview

Service Frequency

Frequency: The service runs every hour.
Operating Days: Monday to Sunday (Daily Service).

Details for Early and Late Travellers

Starting Routes: From the Airport the service starts at 05:00 whilst from Ċirkewwa it starts from 06:20, allowing for a bright and early start to your travel plans.
Late Night Convenience:
- From the Airport: The final departure is at Midnight (00:00), providing a convenient late-night connection.
- From Ċirkewwa: The last service leaves at 01:20, offering a late option for travelers heading towards the airport or other locations.

Location	First Departure	Final Departure
Malta International Airport (MLA)	05:00	Midnight (00:00)
Ċirkewwa (Ferry Terminal)	06:20	01:20

FAQs

Do I need to book in advance?

No pre-booking is required. Simply hop on board and pay with cash or contactless payment if you are not using an Unlimited Travel Card.

How much does it cost?

· If you have an Unlimited Travel Card, Airport Direct is included at no extra cost
· If you don’t have an Unlimited Travel Card, you can travel for just €3.50 per passenger.
· Payment options include cash or contactless payment onboard.

From where can I buy a Travel Card?

You can buy an Explore Flex card either from the sales office which is in the Welcomer’s Hall at Malta International Airport or in Buġibba or the card-dispensing machines in popular tourist spots or leading retail outlets, including all Agenda Bookshops, 8TillLate shops and WH Smith shops.

Unlimited Travel Card

Check more information about the benefits of an unlimited travel card