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Compare bus for Swieqi to Luqa
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swieqi to Luqa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł14, and a bus costs an average of zł14.
Distance: 4 miles (7 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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zł14 Average price Cheapest | zł8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Swieqi to Luqa is a bus with an average price of zł14.
The fastest way to travel from Swieqi to Luqa is by bus with an average journey time of 34m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Swieqi and Luqa.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (34m by bus vs 19m by car) and save roughly zł-5.45 compared to fuel and tolls (zł14 vs zł8). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Malta Public Transport.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Swieqi to Luqa Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 12:22AM | Arrival Time 12:56AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 12:52AM | Arrival Time 01:26AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 05:24AM | Arrival Time 05:58AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 05:54AM | Arrival Time 06:28AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 06:24AM | Arrival Time 06:58AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 06:59AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 08:32AM | Arrival Time 09:06AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 08:54AM | Arrival Time 09:28AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 09:58AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 10:28AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 10:24AM | Arrival Time 10:58AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 10:54AM | Arrival Time 11:28AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 11:24AM | Arrival Time 11:58AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 11:54AM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 12:24PM | Arrival Time 12:58PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 12:54PM | Arrival Time 01:28PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 01:24PM | Arrival Time 01:58PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 01:54PM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 02:24PM | Arrival Time 02:58PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 02:54PM | Arrival Time 03:28PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 03:24PM | Arrival Time 03:58PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 03:54PM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 04:24PM | Arrival Time 04:58PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 05:29PM | Arrival Time 06:03PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 05:52PM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 06:22PM | Arrival Time 06:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 06:52PM | Arrival Time 07:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 07:22PM | Arrival Time 07:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 07:52PM | Arrival Time 08:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 08:22PM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 08:52PM | Arrival Time 09:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 09:22PM | Arrival Time 09:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 09:52PM | Arrival Time 10:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 10:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 10:52PM | Arrival Time 11:26PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 11:22PM | Arrival Time 11:56PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
Operator Malta Public Transport | Departure Time 11:52PM | Arrival Time 12:26AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł14 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swieqi to Luqa
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Buses from Swieqi to Luqa run on average 25 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł14 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:22, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 4 miles (7 km) distance in 31m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 4 miles (7 km) |
Average bus duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price zł14 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 31m |
First bus 12:22 AM |
Last bus 11:52 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Malta Public Transport from Swieqi to LuqaYou can travel by bus between Swieqi to Luqa with Malta Public Transport for as low as zł14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
zł14
Malta Public Transport frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Luqa
Things to do in Luqa
Discover the best of Luqa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luqa trip today.
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Malta Aviation Museum
Malta's main aviation museum preserves historic aircraft and wartime stories. A top choice near Luqa for military and transport enthusiasts.
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The Lascaris War Rooms
Award-winning interactive center inside Valletta's old fortifications. It presents Malta's wartime experience through immersive exhibits.
- Must visit
Upper Barrakka Gardens
Popular urban garden and viewpoint in Floriana, reachable from Luqa, with bastion views and one of Malta's best sunset walks.
- Recommended
Misraħ Sant'Andrija
Luqa's central square beside the parish church. It is the best starting point for seeing the town's daily life and traditional core.
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Pjazza Marija Assunta, Gudja
Historic square in nearby Gudja framed by an impressive church and traditional village architecture, especially pleasant in the evening.
Timpana
A baked macaroni pie with minced meat, tomato, cheese, and pastry. It is a beloved Maltese comfort food served at family meals and festas.
- Gluten-free
Stuffat Tal-Fenek
Rabbit slow-cooked in wine, garlic, and herbs. This is Malta’s most iconic traditional dish and a classic choice for Sunday lunches.
- Vegetarian
Pastizzi
Small savory pastries filled with ricotta or mushy peas. They are a staple Maltese snack found in village bars and bakeries.
Il Bacchus
Well-known casual restaurant in Luqa serving Maltese and Mediterranean dishes in a relaxed setting near the airport.
Tal Petut
Popular local spot in Luqa known for pizza, grills, and generous portions in a friendly, informal atmosphere.
The Jet Set Restaurant
Established airport hotel restaurant in Luqa offering polished Mediterranean dining and a quieter business-style atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Med: stays cost more in peak season, but buses are cheap and casual dining is reasonable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.00-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included. If not, round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
FAQs: Bus from Swieqi to Luqa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swieqi to Luqa by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luqa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Swieqi to Luqa can start from as little as zł14 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Swieqi to Luqa is zł14 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Swieqi to Luqa is 31m to travel the 4 miles (7 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Swieqi to Luqa leaves at 12:22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Swieqi to Luqa leaves at 11:52 PM.
Yes, there are 25 direct buses a day from Swieqi to Luqa with Malta Public Transport. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Swieqi to Luqa, you can count on Malta Public Transport for the best way to get you to Luqa. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Swieqi and Luqa and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Luqa from Swieqi is worth doing with a journey time of 31m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a bus between Swieqi and Luqa.
No, the bus from Swieqi to Luqa has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
No, luggage for the bus from Swieqi to Luqa needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Swieqi to Luqa.
Since both Swieqi and Luqa are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Malta uses the Euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers find that both cash and card payments are widely accepted, but using cards is convenient for most purchases, while carrying some cash is useful for smaller vendors or markets.
In Luqa, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially around busy areas like the Malta International Airport and public transport hubs. Scams involving unofficial taxi services can occur, so using licensed taxis or pre-booked transportation is recommended. Additionally, travelers should be aware of common travel safety practices, such as securing belongings and avoiding poorly lit or isolated areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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