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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Alghero 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 166 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £45 Average Price | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Cagliari to Alghero, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Alghero:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cagliari to Alghero costing on average £16.
A train is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Alghero costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Alghero take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Coach takes on average 4h 42m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 41m 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.
How to get to Alghero from Cagliari by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cagliari to Alghero is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Alghero are Sassari. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Alghero on Omio.
Sassari is Sardinia’s second city, known for its grand squares, historic centre and strong local traditions. A university hub with Catalan and Sardinian influences, it feels more urban and everyday than the island’s coastal resorts.
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This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Alghero:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cagliari to Alghero costing on average £16.
A train is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Alghero costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Alghero take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Coach takes on average 4h 42m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cagliari and Alghero as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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