The cheapest and fastest trains from Alghero to Cagliari
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alghero to Cagliari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alghero to Cagliari will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Alghero for Cagliari on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alghero to Cagliari
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alghero to Cagliari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 166 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alghero to Cagliari train times
The table below shows live departures for Alghero to Cagliari trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5289 · Regionale 4755 | 3:28 PM Sassari station | 3h21 | 6:49 PM Cagliari station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5169 · Regionale 4757 | 5:15 PM Sassari station | 3h19 | 8:34 PM Cagliari station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4837 | 6:00 PM Sassari station | 3h36 | 9:36 PM Cagliari station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 4:30 AM Alghero | 3h52 | 8:22 AM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Alghero | 3h05 | 9:25 AM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Alghero | 4h28 | 12:43 PM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Alghero to Cagliari by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alghero to Cagliari
Trains from Alghero to Cagliari run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Regionale, ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna from Alghero to Cagliari trainsRegionale, ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna trains will get you between Alghero and Cagliari from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna
FAQs: Trains from Alghero to Cagliari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alghero to Cagliari by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cagliari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alghero to Cagliari
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Ristorante Sa Cardiga e Su Schironi
- Ristorante Il Convento
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Holiday Inn Cagliari
- Hotel Quadrifoglio
- Sardegna Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Cagliari and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Cagliari and other destinations
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