Estimate Taxi Fares in Sliema
Use our Sliema taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Sliema, Malta. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Sliema Taxi Fares Explained
In Sliema, taxis follow national Maltese tariffs. White taxis use a meter with a flag fall, then charge per kilometre and per minute of waiting.
Night, Sunday, and public holiday rates are higher than daytime rates. A minimum fare applies to every trip, even short rides within Sliema.
Ride-hailing apps like Bolt, Uber, and eCabs show a fixed price before you book. These app fares are often lower than metered white taxis for short trips.
Airport trips from Malta International Airport to Sliema have fixed fares for black taxis. White taxis from the airport add a surcharge to the meter.
About Taxis in Sliema 🚕
Sliema's main taxi ranks are near the Sliema Ferries and Tigne Point. White taxis are white cars that can be hailed at ranks or booked by phone.
Black taxis are pre-booked only and use fixed prices between zones. eCabs is a local Maltese ride-hailing company with black cars.
Bolt and Uber operate widely in Sliema with licensed drivers. Vehicles range from standard cars to larger vans for groups.
Malta International Airport (MLA) is about 10 km from Sliema. A common route is Sliema to Valletta, about 5 km, or to St Julian's, about 3 km.
Booking is done through apps, phone, or at taxi stands. Payment is by cash or card, and apps charge your card automatically.