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Leading archaeological museum for Sardinia, with Nuragic bronzes, Punic finds, and the Giants of Mont'e Prama.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto Torres to Cagliari
Showing times and prices for Aug 05
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto Torres to Cagliari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto Torres to Cagliari will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Fast buses
Of the 2 buses that leave Porto Torres for Cagliari on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
FlixBus4:15 PM3h20Sassari (Via Padre Zirano)7:35 PMCagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST)€171One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:35 PM4h00Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto7:35 PMCagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST)€181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:15 PM3h20Sassari (Via Padre Zirano)7:35 PMCagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST)€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:35 PM4h00Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto7:35 PMCagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST)€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Porto Torres to Cagliari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto Torres to Cagliari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 24m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Porto Torres to Cagliari is a bus with an average price of €15.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto Torres to Cagliari:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto Torres to Cagliari costing on average €17.
The fastest way to travel from Porto Torres to Cagliari is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 24m.
Other travel options to Cagliari take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto Torres and Cagliari including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Porto Torres to Cagliari among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €23. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Porto Torres to Cagliari Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Live departures
Porto Torres to Cagliari bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto Torres to Cagliari buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 3:35 PM Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto | 4h00 | 7:35 PM Cagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Sassari (Via Padre Zirano) | 3h20 | 7:35 PM Cagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari
ItalyItaly
Buses from Porto Torres to Cagliari run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 18:46. The fastest bus covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 51m |
First bus 7:05 AM |
Last bus 6:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna from Porto Torres to CagliariYou can travel by bus between Porto Torres to Cagliari with BlaBlaCar, ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
€15
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Cagliari
Things to do in Cagliari
Discover the best of Cagliari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cagliari trip today.
- Recommended
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Cagliari
Pinacoteca inside the museum citadel, displaying Sardinian altarpieces, paintings, and decorative arts from medieval to modern periods.
- Recommended
Galleria Comunale d'Arte
Municipal art museum in Villa Ciani, noted for modern and contemporary Sardinian art and the Ingrao collection.
- Must visit
Castello
Cagliari’s hilltop medieval quarter, packed with bastions, towers, lanes, and viewpoints. Essential for history, atmosphere, and city panoramas.
- Must visit
Bastione di Saint Remy
Elegant terrace above the old walls with iconic sunset views, stairways, and a central role in the city’s classic postcard scenery.
- Must visit
Poetto
Popular urban beach and promenade for walks, sea views, and local leisure, especially pleasant outside peak summer hours.
Fregola Con Arselle
Sardinian fregola pasta with clams, often cooked like risotto in shellfish broth. A classic coastal dish that reflects Cagliari's seafood tradition.
Malloreddus Alla Campidanese
Thin semolina pasta with a rich tomato sauce, usually with sausage, pecorino, and saffron. A beloved Sardinian first course with local character.
- Vegetarian
Culurgiones
Pasta parcels filled with potato, pecorino, and mint, served with tomato sauce or butter. A traditional Sardinian comfort dish found across the island.
Dal Corsaro
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for refined Sardinian seafood tasting menus and polished service in central Cagliari.
Sa Domu Sarda
Well-known traditional venue serving Sardinian classics, grilled meats, and local specialties in a warm, rustic setting.
Antica Cagliari
Historic seafood restaurant near the port, appreciated for traditional Cagliari fish dishes, shellfish, and a classic formal atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: stays rise in summer, dining is fair, and local buses are low cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza slices, panini, or casual meals.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale tasting or seafood meals.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service; taxis can be rounded up, and small cafe tips are optional.
CTM BusFinder
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.30
- Day pass
- €3.30
To the city center
Elmas Aeroporto -> Cagliari Centrale
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- CTM buses and trams use the same urban tickets. Buy before boarding or use contactless bank card payment where available on equipped vehicles.
- From Cagliari Elmas Airport, the fastest public transport to the center is usually the Trenitalia train to Cagliari Centrale.
FAQs: Bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto Torres to Cagliari by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cagliari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Porto Torres to Cagliari can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Porto Torres to Cagliari is €15 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari is 3h 51m to travel the 119 miles (192 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari leaves at 7:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari leaves at 6:46 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Porto Torres to Cagliari with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari, you can count on BlaBlaCar, ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna for the best way to get you to Cagliari. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Porto Torres and Cagliari and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Cagliari from Porto Torres is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto Torres and Cagliari including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Cagliari are:
- Cagliari Cathedral, a historic church with a mix of architectural styles and stunning interior decorations
- Bastione di Saint Remy, a prominent terrace offering panoramic views of the city and the sea
- Poetto Beach, a popular urban beach known for its long stretch of sand and clear waters
- Roman Amphitheatre of Cagliari, an ancient Roman structure used for entertainment and events
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale, a museum housing significant archaeological artifacts from Sardinia's history.
The best things to do in Cagliari include:
- Discover the Roman Amphitheatre, an ancient site showcasing Cagliari's Roman heritage and hosting cultural events
- Relax at Poetto Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying the vibrant local atmosphere
- Wander through the Castello District, a historic area filled with narrow streets, charming shops, and cultural landmarks
- Take a stroll through the Marina District, known for its lively atmosphere, seafood restaurants, and picturesque harbor views
- Visit the Botanical Garden of Cagliari, a serene oasis featuring a diverse collection of Mediterranean and exotic plants.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
No, luggage for the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Porto Torres to Cagliari.
Since both Porto Torres and Cagliari are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Porto Torres to Cagliari among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Cagliari, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport. Avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of street vendors offering deals that seem too good to be true. It's advisable to keep an eye on personal belongings and use official transportation options to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Porto Torres to Cagliari
Most Porto Torres to Cagliari buses use the Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto to Cagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST) station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto Torres and Cagliari bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Porto Torres
Arrival bus stations in Cagliari
Which Cagliari station do buses from Porto Torres arrive at?
Buses from Porto Torres to Cagliari most often arrive at Cagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST). Some services arrive at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Cagliari arrival station.
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-ElmasCagliari Elmas Airport (CAG), Via dei Trasvolatori, 09067 Elmas CA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas from Cagliari city centre
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas is 1 km from Cagliari city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 7m · €1 · every ~8 min
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas bus station facilities and services
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe and snack bar available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas. ATMs are available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas: Wheelchair accessible areas and assistance available.
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