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Guide to Driving in Malta
Malta Speed Limits
| KPH | MPH | |
|---|---|---|
| Open Roads | 80 | 49 |
| Built Up Areas | 50 | 31 |
Emergency Phone Numbers
| Police | 112 |
| Fire | 112 |
| Ambulance | 112 |
Useful Phrases
| Danger | periklu |
| Diesel | diżil |
| Exit | ħruġ |
| Filling Station | mili istazzjon |
| Petrol | petrol |
| Prohibited | projbiti |
| Right of way | dritt ta 'passaġġ |
| Roadworks | xogħlijiet fit-toroq |
| Slow | bil-mod |
Fuel
Petrol Stations are open 7 days a week on a 24 hour basis and on Saturdays between 12 midnight and 8am and all day on Sunday. They operate on a self-service basis. Credit cards are generally not accepted.
There are lots of things to see and do in Malta, its landscape is characterised by low hills, fields and indented coastline with harbours, bays, creeks, sandy beaches, and rocky coves.
Worlds apart from the main resorts and the capital Valletta, are the islands’ villages which are the soul of the island’s past. Car rental is favoured by many who visit Malta as it gives visitors the opportunity to escape from the beaten tourist track to delve into the island’s history and culture, adding a bit of individuality to their holiday.
Make sure that you plan your journeys in advance so when you use your hire car, you can enjoy the best parts that Malta has to offer.
Why not read our Malta travel guide, you may also like to view information about destinations in Malta.
Essential Driving Information
- Vehicles drive on the left side of the road and overtake on the right.
- The minimum driving age is 18.
- School buses and public transport have right of way when they are leaving a public stop.
- Motor vehicles are required to stop to let passengers on and off buses.
- Use of the horn in inhabited areas between 2300 and 0600 hours is forbidden.
- Speed limits are strict and radar traps are often used.
- Headlights should be used during the day in tunnels.
- It is illegal to use a hand held or a hands free mobile phone device whilst driving.
- Seat belts are compulsory for all people traveling in the car.
- Do not park where there are double yellow lines.
- The blood alcohol limit is 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood.
- If you are involved in a bumper to bumper accident, the local warden service must be contacted.
- Parking in some of the main towns and cities can be limited, so it is advisable to use the park and ride services.
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