Your Options at a Glance

Bolt

Bolt is the most reliable app-based option on Gozo right now. The app is easy to use, fares are generally reasonable, and drivers are usually fairly quick to arrive. I’d recommend this as your default.

Download the app, create an account and add your payment details before you travel. New users often receive a discount on their first ride.

Uber

Uber does operate on Gozo, but in my experience the app often shows attractive fares that don’t always reflect the reality of getting a ride. Confirmation can take a while, and driver arrival times tend to be longer than Bolt. That said, it’s worth having installed as a fallback, particularly if Bolt has a wait.

One thing that might surprise you: most drivers work across both platforms simultaneously. Order a Bolt and a car with Uber decals might pull up, or vice versa. That’s perfectly normal. What matters is that the licence plate and driver name in the app match the car and person in front of you.

eCabs

eCabs is a Malta-based ride-hailing company that also operates on Gozo. It’s less active here than on the main island, but worth having as a third option as you never know!

eCabs is also usually the most reliable for when you want to book your cab in advance.

White Taxis

White Taxis are the government-licensed taxis, and they’re impossible to miss: every one carries a TAXI registration plate. There are 50 of them registered on Gozo, and you’ll find ranks at Mġarr Harbour, Independence Square in Victoria and a handful of other spots around the island. They can also be hailed on the street.

The reviews are, shall we say, mixed. Fares are meant to be set, but there have been reports of drivers asking for more, so always confirm the price before you get in. Card payments are not a given, so bring cash.

On the plus side, White Taxis have a certain charm that the apps can’t replicate. I once got one late at night after stepping off the ferry to find the driver’s wife sitting in the passenger seat, quietly knitting. Another time, I ended up with a driver who turned out to be an off-duty firefighter, full of inside information about a bomb scare that had closed the harbour for four hours earlier that week. You don’t tend to get that with Bolt.

Independent Taxi Companies

Beyond the apps and the White Taxis, there are several local taxi companies operating on Gozo. These can be worth considering if you want to pre-book a specific journey, particularly for airport transfers or early-morning ferry connections. A few options:

• Goz Cab Service
• Gozo Taxi
• CabMe Gozo
• Mayjo Taxis

Things Worth Knowing Before You Book

Fares go up in summer and around public holidays. If you’re visiting during a busy period, budget accordingly and don’t be surprised if the fare is noticeably higher than the figures quoted here. Sometimes the fares will drop if you try again after ten or twenty minutes.

Sometimes your driver can’t reach your pickup point. Road closures, festa processions and general Gozitan traffic logic mean this happens more often than you’d expect. If your driver messages to say they can’t get to you, check where they are on the map and walk to meet them rather than waiting.

Drivers occasionally cancel after accepting. This is more common on Malta than Gozo, but it does happen. Some drivers accept a ride and then message to ask where you’re going. If the destination doesn’t suit them, they cancel. It’s frustrating, but just re-request and you’ll usually get someone else quickly enough.

Keep an eye on your fare. Occasionally a driver will claim there’s an issue with the app payment once you’re already in the car, and suggest you cancel the ride and pay cash instead. If this happens, take a screenshot before cancelling anything, and contact support afterwards. Similarly, if a driver starts the meter before they’ve reached you, screengrab it. Both platforms have support processes for this.

Some locations are more difficult to get a cab from. This could be because they are a signal-free zone, like Daħlet Qorrot, or just a little more out of the way, such as Santa Luċija.

If you are visiting places that are a little outside the usual tourist spots, pre-booking your ride back is a good idea.

Top Tip: Download Bolt, Uber and eCabs before you travel, and set up your account and payment details in advance. You’ll save time when you land and you’ll be glad to have the options when one app has a longer wait than another.

How Much Should I Expect to Pay?

These are approximate ranges based on current off-season fares. Summer prices and holiday surcharges will push these higher.

• Mġarr Harbour to Victoria: €12–€14
• Mġarr Harbour to Marsalforn: €14–€16
• Victoria to Xlendi: €8–€12
• Victoria to Marsalforn: €8–€12

Always treat these as a guide rather than a fixed price. App fares fluctuate with demand, and surge pricing applies during busy periods.

Getting Around the Rest of Gozo

Taxis are one way to get around, but they’re not the only option. If you’re planning to cover a lot of ground, hiring a car gives you the most flexibility. The bus network is good value and covers most of the island. And if you’re feeling adventurous, e-bikes are a genuinely enjoyable way to see the villages at your own pace.

You can find full details on all of these in our complete guide to getting around Gozo.