- Must visit
Antiquarium Turritano
Main local museum for Roman finds from Turris Libisonis, including mosaics, inscriptions and sculptures that explain the city’s ancient past.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 40 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cagliari to Porto Torres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cagliari to Porto Torres will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Cagliari to Porto Torres, including 2 direct services.
These 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 .
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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Porto Torres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 192 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Porto Torres:
A train is 0 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cagliari to Porto Torres costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Porto Torres take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 37m.
The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Porto Torres coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:00 Cagliari | 3h20 | 12:20 Sassari (Via Padre Zirano) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Cagliari | 4h00 | 13:00 Alghero, Alghero-Fertilia Aeroporto | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Cagliari to Porto Torres run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:05, the last at 18:46. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 7:05 |
Last bus 18:46 |
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Discover the best of Porto Torres — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Porto Torres trip today.
Main local museum for Roman finds from Turris Libisonis, including mosaics, inscriptions and sculptures that explain the city’s ancient past.
Open-air archaeological visit through Roman streets and structures adjoining the museum area. Best for seeing artefacts in their original urban context.
Small exhibition space in the basilica complex focused on sacred objects and local worship. A useful complement to the visit to San Gavino.
Main seafront promenade with harbour views, ferries and evening walks. It is the easiest place to feel the town’s maritime character.
Seafront area by the small church of Balai Vicino, popular for coastal views and short walks. A local favourite, especially around sunset.
Long urban beach with pale sand and shallow water close to the centre. It combines sea views with an easy walk from the historic core.
Sardinian flatbread baked into crisp sheets. It is a staple across north-west Sardinia and often served with cheese, cured meats or olive oil.
Layers of pane carasau softened in broth and baked with tomato sauce, pecorino and poached eggs. A beloved Sardinian comfort dish.
Small ridged Sardinian pasta, often served with tomato sauce, sausage or pecorino. It is one of the island’s most recognisable traditional pastas.
Refined seafood-focused dining with marina views, offering fish specialities and a more polished atmosphere for a leisurely dinner.
Established seafood restaurant near the waterfront, known for shellfish, pasta and classic Sardinian fish dishes in a relaxed setting.
Casual local spot serving Sardinian and Italian staples, including seafood and pasta, with a friendly atmosphere popular for unfussy meals.
Moderate for Italy: rooms and dining rise in summer, but casual meals and local buses stay fairly reasonable versus larger Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave about 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cagliari to Porto Torres by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Porto Torres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cagliari to Porto Torres buses use the Cagliari, Via Molo Sant'Agostino (Autostazione ARST) to Sassari (Via Padre Zirano) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cagliari and Porto Torres bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas is 1 km from Cagliari city centre. Public transport options include:
Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snack bar available.
Wi-Fi is available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas. ATMs are available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas.
Ticket office support is available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas.
Available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmas, Aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas: Wheelchair accessible areas and assistance available.
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