1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stintino to Cagliari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 207 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stintino to Cagliari:
A train is £0.19 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stintino to Cagliari costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Cagliari take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 19m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 3h 19m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Stintino to Cagliari run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 18:46 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Discover the best of Cagliari — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cagliari trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stintino 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 Stintino to Cagliari trains use the Porto Torres Marittima to Cagliari station pair. Use this guide to compare Stintino 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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