How to get to Palau
Reach Palau is simple and offers several transport options, perfect for all travel needs. Whether you prefer to travel by land, sea or air, you will find convenient and suitable solutions for getting to and around the area.
By air: Olbia Airport-Costa Smeralda
La best option to arrive a Palau by plane is via theOlbia Airport-Costa Smeralda, located about 40 kilometres away. This airport is well connected to major Italian and European cities, thanks to frequent flights and often affordable fares. To reach Palau from the airport, you can use regular buses or rent a car. The price of bus tickets is cheap, with a tariff which varies according to the time of day and the company chosen.
The app ARST allows you to view up-to-date timetables and purchase the ticket directly online. For those who prefer to travel independently, car rental is a viable alternative, allowing you to follow the most direct route and discover the landscapes along the way.
By land: car, bus and train
Travelling by land to Palau is a practical and scenic solution. La SS125 Orientale Sardawhich connects Olbia to Palau, offers spectacular views of the coastline and Mediterranean scrubland. For those seeking an alternative to the car, the bus service ARST guarantees regular journeys between Olbia, Palau and other nearby locations.
There are no direct train lines to Palau, but you can get there by train to the Olbia station and from there use a bus to complete the journey. Bus timetables and route directions can easily be found on the ARST app or by consulting the route maps available online.
By sea: ferries and Delcomar
If you love travelling by sea, you can choose to arrive at Palau via the ports of Olbia o Golfo Aranciwhich offer frequent ferry connections from Civitavecchia, Genoa e Livorno. Once landed, it will be easy to reach Palau by following the SS125.
In addition, Palau is the starting point for exploring the islands of thearchipelago of La Maddalenathanks to the company's ferries Delcomar. I tickets can be purchased online or directly at the port of Palau. Delcomar offers a line frequent connecting Palau and La Maddalena, with a tariff accessible and a timetable map to better plan your day.
Tips for organising your trip to Palau
For view all transport options and better plan your arrival, you can use apps such as Google Maps or download the official app of ARST for information on buses, timetables and fares. Those who prefer to travel by private means can opt for car rentals available both at the airport and at the main ports.
If you are looking for more detailed solutions, you can consult online maps that include routes, stops and directions, making it easier to discover all the transport opportunities to get to Palau. Whichever means of transport you choose, your journey to this beautiful Sardinian destination will already be a foretaste of its unique beauty.