The cheapest and fastest trains from Cagliari to Olbia
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cagliari to Olbia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cagliari to Olbia will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cagliari for Olbia on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.
4:30 PM4h05Cagliari8:35 PMOlbia€181One-way0 transfers
4:29 PM5h06Cagliari9:35 PMOlbia€181One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM4h05Cagliari9:35 PMOlbia€191One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM4h05Cagliari9:35 PMOlbia€191One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM4h05Cagliari8:35 PMOlbia€181One-way0 transfers
4:29 PM5h06Cagliari9:35 PMOlbia€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cagliari to Olbia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Olbia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 193 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Cagliari to Olbia train times
The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Olbia trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 PM Cagliari | 4h05 | 8:35 PM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Cagliari | 4h05 | 9:35 PM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cagliari to Olbia by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cagliari to Olbia
Trains from Cagliari to Olbia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Regionale from Cagliari to Olbia trainsRegionale trains will get you between Cagliari and Olbia from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cagliari to Olbia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cagliari to Olbia 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 Olbia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cagliari to Olbia
- 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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