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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Cagliari
Major civic museum with Nuragic bronzes, archaeology and the Giants of Mont'e Prama, essential for understanding Sardinia's past.
Buses from Alghero to Cagliari run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:48, the last at 19:33. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 5:48 |
Last bus 19:33 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Alghero to Cagliari coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:30 Alghero | 2h50 | 18:20 Cagliari | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Alghero | 3h10 | 19:40 Cagliari | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Alghero | 2h20 | 18:50 Cagliari | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Alghero | 2h10 | 18:50 Cagliari | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Alghero | 2h10 | 19:10 Cagliari | 0 changesdirect |
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Major civic museum with Nuragic bronzes, archaeology and the Giants of Mont'e Prama, essential for understanding Sardinia's past.
Municipal gallery in the Public Gardens with Sardinian and Italian art collections, ideal for a quieter cultural stop near Castello.
Museum space with nineteenth- and twentieth-century works from the Ingrao collection, housed in a refined historic building.
Historic hill district with medieval lanes, bastions and terraces; the best area for architecture, atmosphere and memorable viewpoints.
Monumental terrace above the lower town, popular for sunset views, photos and an easy pause during a walk through Castello.
Long city beach and promenade with sea views, sport facilities and a relaxed local atmosphere from morning to evening.
Sardinian semolina pasta shaped like tiny shells, traditionally served with sausage or tomato sauce. A staple of southern Sardinian home cooking.
Thin semolina pasta with bottarga, olive oil, garlic and parsley. It is prized for its deep marine flavour and strong link to Cagliari’s lagoon cuisine.
Salt-cured mullet roe, sliced or grated over pasta or crostini. One of Cagliari’s signature products from the nearby lagoon and coast.
Refined restaurant serving Sardinian cuisine with modern touches, focused on seafood and seasonal produce in an elegant central setting.
Established seafood restaurant near the port, appreciated for fresh fish, shellfish and classic local preparations in a polished setting.
Historic seafood restaurant in Marina, known for classic Cagliari fish dishes, bottarga and a traditional, bustling dining room.
Moderate for Italy: rooms rise in summer, but dining and buses stay reasonable versus Rome, Milan and Amalfi Coast resorts.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Elmas Aeroporto -> Cagliari
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Most Alghero to Cagliari buses use the Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto to station pair. Use this guide to compare Alghero and Cagliari bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto is 8 km from Alghero city centre. Public transport options include:
Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available within the airport.
Free WiFi available at the airport. ATMs are aTMs available within the airport area.
Ticket office support is available at Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto.
Available at Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto: Wheelchair accessible services available.
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