Island in Gozo Region, Malta
Getting around Gozo
How to get around Gozo
Reach Gozo by Gozo Channel ferry from Malta's Ċirkewwa in 25 minutes. On the island, buses are infrequent, so most visitors rent a car, scooter or e-bike.
Ways to get around Gozo
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Gozo Channel ferry | About €5 return, paid when leaving Gozo | Ċirkewwa–Mġarr, about every 45 minutes, 25 min crossing |
| Tallinja buses | €2 for 2 hours (cash); cheaper with a Tallinja card | Hub at Victoria; infrequent in the evening and winter |
| Rental car | About €30–60 a day | Best for coves and cliffs; narrow roads, drive on the left |
| Taxi | About €10–20 for short trips | Book by phone or via the hotel |
Taxis in Gozo
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Ride apps are limited here. Book taxis by phone or through your hotel, or rent a car for coves and villages.
Arriving in Gozo
Via Malta International (MLA)
Bolt or taxi to Ċirkewwa about €30–45, 30–40 min, then ferry about 25 min; Gozo Fast Ferry from Valletta also runs.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters and quad bikes are rented at about €25–45 a day; roads are narrow and hilly, and drivers keep left.
- Driving: on the left. Valid foreign licences are accepted for visitors; carry an IDP if yours isn't in English. Driving is on the left.
- Onward travel in Malta: Buses cover Malta and Gozo but are slow in traffic. Ride-hailing is cheap. Gozo Channel ferries run from Ċirkewwa; fast ferries link Valletta with Gozo and Sicily.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Gozo?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Ride apps are limited here. Book taxis by phone or through your hotel, or rent a car for coves and villages.
What's the best way to get around Gozo?
Reach Gozo by Gozo Channel ferry from Malta's Ċirkewwa in 25 minutes. On the island, buses are infrequent, so most visitors rent a car, scooter or e-bike.
How do I get from the airport to Gozo?
Bolt or taxi to Ċirkewwa about €30–45, 30–40 min, then ferry about 25 min; Gozo Fast Ferry from Valletta also runs.
Is Gozo walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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