What is the best way to travel through Sardinia?

The best way to get around Sardinia is by car. It's the easiest way to hit the places on your itinerary, though it's not the cheapest option. Using public transportation will save you some cash, but the trains and buses aren't the most reliable or efficient ways of traveling around the island.



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In Sardinia, you can move around on trains and buses, but if you want to discover the island with full freedom, use a car, motorcycle or even a bicycle.

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For a first-time visitor, you really need at least 10 days to see a good portion of Sardinia. 10 days, and 3 different bases, will let you explore most of the island's highlights, though just the surface. In two weeks you could probably cover the entire island, though it'd still be a fast-paced trip.

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It takes about 2 hours to drive from Olbia in the north to Cagliari in the south and less than 2 hours from the west coast to the east coast. To drive a loop or Sardinia takes around 12 hours – best experienced over a week or more. There are no motorways in Sardinia, but the roads, in general, are in good condition.

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Driving in Sardinia | the best way to explore Sardinia island. Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea (after Sicily), but getting around Sardinia island is quite easy. The length and width of Sardinia are approximately only 210 km by 110 km (the total coastal length is about 1666 km ).

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On average a rental car in Sardinia costs $251 per week ($36 per day).

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? Visit Cagliari and Alghero Visit the Castello district, the National Archaeological Museum, and Poetto Beach. Alghero is a charming medieval town located on the northwest coast of Sardinia. It is known for its picturesque old town, its Catalan heritage, and its pretty beaches.

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The South of Sardinia is more for an unpretentious stay, far from the more popular north, wilder, probably with less infrastructure, especially for the beach, but with cheaper accommodations and restaurants.

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Sardinia is a mountainous country and as such offers a great range of walking experiences. These range from gentle rolling hills and valley walks, to mountain ranges in the centre of the island up to 1,800m high, and a dramatic coastline with many steep limestone cliffs.

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Golfo de Orosei The Golfo di Orosei on Sardinia's east coast is where you'll find the most dramatic coastal scenery – green mountains, jagged limestone cliffs, and hidden beaches.

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July-August July and August in Sardinia are characterized by heat and heavy crowds.

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Sardinia is a known holiday destination with countless beautiful beaches. Despite its reputation, Sardinia is not the expensive place that potential visitors seem to think it is. Of course, there are ways to experience a luxury vacation in Sardinia but this may not be feasible for just anybody looking to visit.

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  • Best areas to stay in Sardinia.
  • Alghero – a fantastic cosy city with a beach.
  • Cagliari – the island's capital with local life.
  • Olbia – City Close to Some of Sardinia's Best Beaches.
  • Porto Cervo & Costa Smeralda – Stay by the Most Beautiful Beaches in Europe.


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Yes, it is necessary to have some mode of transportation when visiting Sardinia. Restaurants, beaches, and hotels are spread out along the coast and interior regions. I highly recommend renting a car. Taxis are very expensive and Uber is not available.

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Car travel is surprisingly expensive. You need to spend money on a hire car, the petrol and car insurance. This can be costly, especially if you are on the island for just a short weekend trip. You can get around Sardinia much cheaper on the train or bus.

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Sardinia, or in Italian 'Sardegna', is not a mainstream Mediterranean destination but a sophisticated Italian island, west of mainland Italy and south of Corsica. With over 1,800km of unspoilt coastline, it is renowned for beautiful beaches, turquoise sea and fascinating rock formations.

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Once again, we are on the west coast, which not surprisingly is the least visited coast of Sardinia. Cala Domestica is located south of the Costa Verde, and it is possibly the most beautiful beach on the entire west coast, even if the competition is fierce.

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TIPPING TAXI DRIVERS IN ITALY Tipping a taxi driver is not expected, but I've found that most people do leave a small amount. The general rule is to round up to leave €1-2.

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One thing that drivers should remember when renting a car in Sardinia is that this island is home to a number of very narrow roadways. Because of that, renting a smaller and more nimble car is going to be a good option, especially when you get off some of the more major roads that travel between cities.

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