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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oristano to Cagliari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oristano to Cagliari will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Oristano to Cagliari, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.

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Trains from Oristano to Cagliari run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 54m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oristano to Cagliari.
The table below shows live departures for Oristano to Cagliari trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 4829 | 12:37 Oristano station | 1h21 | 13:58 Cagliari station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21233 | 14:30 Oristano station | 1h10 | 15:40 Cagliari Elmas | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21235 | 15:30 Oristano station | 1h06 | 16:36 Cagliari Elmas | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4833 | 16:54 Oristano station | 1h06 | 18:00 Cagliari station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4939 | 18:30 Oristano station | 1h21 | 19:51 Cagliari station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21237 | 19:30 Oristano station | 1h08 | 20:38 Cagliari Elmas | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4839 | 21:37 Oristano station | 1h06 | 22:43 Cagliari Elmas | 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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Stazione Aeroporto Elmas -> Cagliari
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oristano 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.

Most Oristano to Cagliari trains use the to Cagliari Elmas station pair. Use this guide to compare Oristano and Cagliari train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cagliari Elmas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sa Cardiga e Su Schironi, Ristorante Il Convento
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cagliari Elmas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cagliari Elmas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cagliari Elmas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cagliari Elmas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cagliari Elmas: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Cagliari, Hotel Quadrifoglio, Sardegna Hotel.
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