What is the cheapest way to get from Malta to Etna?

The cheapest way to get from Malta to Etna is to fly which costs €170 - €300 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malta to Etna?

The fastest way to get from Malta to Etna is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs €170 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Malta and Etna?

No, there is no direct bus from Malta to Etna. However, there are services departing from Tonn, San Pawl il-Bahar and arriving at Etna via Valletta, Pozzallo Viale Europa and Catania. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Malta to Etna?

The distance between Malta and Etna is 230 km.

How do I travel from Malta to Etna without a car?

The best way to get from Malta to Etna without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 8h 41m and costs €310 - €390.

How long does it take to get from Malta to Etna?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Malta to Etna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malta to Etna bus from?

Malta to Etna bus services, operated by Virtu Ferries Ltd, depart from Valletta station.

Where does the Malta to Etna bus arrive?

Malta to Etna bus services, operated by Virtu Ferries Ltd, arrive at Pozzallo station.

Where can I stay near Etna?

There are 4878+ hotels available in Etna.

Malta to Etna - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus and ferry, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Malta to Etna by plane, busferry, train, bus, or shuttle

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1. Fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane MLA - CTA
2h 40m
€176–292
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Valletta to Pozzallobusferry
2. Take the train from Ispica to Siracusatrain Re
3. Take the train from Siracusa to Giarre-Ripostotrain Re
8h 41m
€313–382
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Valletta to Pozzallobusferry
2. Take the bus from Pozzallo Viale Europa to Cataniabus
3. Take the bus from Catania to Etnabus
9h 31m
Bus and ferry, bus via Pozzallo
1. Take the busferry from Valletta to Pozzallobusferry
2. Take the bus from Pozzallo to Cataniabus
3. Take the bus from Catania to Etnabus
10h 20m
Bus and ferry, shuttle, bus
1. Take the busferry from Valletta to Pozzallobusferry
2. Take a shuttle bus from Pozzallo Port to Catania Portshuttle
3. Take the bus from Catania to Etnabus
12h 22m

Malta International Airport (MLA) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) flights

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45 minAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Malta and Etna, Italy?

Ryanair and Air Malta fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromMalta to Etnaby plane, busferry, train, bus, or shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Malta to Etna by plane, busferry, train, bus, or shuttle

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Bus and ferry, train

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Bus and ferry, bus via Pozzallo

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