There are 5 ways to get from Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) by plane, ferry, bus or train
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Ferry, bus
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Take the ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
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Take the bus from Olbia Porto Ib to Cagliari Piazza Matteotti - Esterno
Train, ferry
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Take the train from Roma Trastevere to Civitavecchia
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Take the ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres
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Take the train from Porto Torres M.Ma to Cagliari
Ferry
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Take the ferry from Civitavecchia to Cagliari
Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) by train, walk, ferry and bus
The journey time between Rome Airport (FCO) and Cagliari Airport (CAG) is around 18h 8m and covers a distance of around 721 km. This includes an average layover time of around 5h 11m. The fastest journey normally takes 18h 8m. Operated by Trenitalia, Grimaldi Lines and ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna, the Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) service departs from Fiumicino Aeroporto and arrives in Aeroporto Elmas Arrivi. Typically only one service runs weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Average journey times
Route information
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) train, walk, ferry and bus schedules
Departing Saturday, September 18, 2021
Trenitalia
Trenitalia
Trenitalia
Grimaldi Lines
Grimaldi Lines
Grimaldi Lines
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna
ARST Spa - Trasporti Regionali Della Sardegna
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Inter-regional travel is permitted
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If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 1500
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Nationwide control measures in place
- Inter-regional travel is permitted
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Cagliari Airport (CAG) is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Cagliari Airport (CAG) is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Cagliari Airport (CAG) is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
Last updated: 15 Sep 2021
Exceptions may apply, for full details: European Union.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) is to ferry which costs €45 - €65 and takes 18h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) is to fly which costs €30 - €120 and takes 1h 5m.
The distance between Rome Airport (FCO) and Cagliari Airport (CAG) is 390 km.
The best way to get from Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 15h 47m and costs €55 - €100.
It takes approximately 1h 5m to fly from Rome (FCO) to Cagliari (CAG), including transfers and time at the airport.
The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Cagliari Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Alitalia offers flights from Rome Airport to Cagliari Airport.
There are 239+ hotels available in Cagliari Airport (CAG). Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Rome Airport (FCO) to Rome Ciampino Airport is to bus which takes 25 min and costs €5 - €28.
- Distance: 390.5 km
- Duration: 1h 5m
What companies run services between Rome Airport (FCO), Italy and Cagliari Airport (CAG), Italy?
Alitalia flies from Rome Airport (FCO) to Cagliari Airport (CAG) every 4 hours.
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Cagliari
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €200
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Rome Ciampino to Cagliari
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €18 - €120
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Trastevere to Civitavecchia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €5 - €11
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €9 - €11
Train from Porto Torres M.Ma to Cagliari
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 53m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €20 - €40
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €36 - €40
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 0789 21487
- request@gruppoturmotravel.com
- Website
- gruppoturmotravel.com
Bus from Olbia Porto Ib to Cagliari Piazza Matteotti - Esterno
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €16 - €18
- Website
- Gruppo Turmo Travel
- Phone
- +39.081.496.444
- info@grimaldi.napoli.it
- Website
- grimaldi-lines.com
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €26
- Website
- Grimaldi Lines
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €24 - €40
- Website
- Grimaldi Lines
- Phone
- +49 611–14020
- info@tirrenia.de
- Website
- tirrenia.it
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 7h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- Tirrenia
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Cagliari
- Ave. Duration
- 13h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €50
- Website
- Tirrenia
- Phone
- +39 010 209 4591
- booking@gnv.it
- Website
- gnv.it
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Grandi Navi Veloci
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