The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Falmouth
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Falmouth will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Plymouth to Falmouth without transferring at least once.
Y41582 · Y8033110:14 AM1h51Plymouth station (PLY)12:05 PMFalmouth Town (FMT)$211One-way1 transfer
G15166 · Y8033410:42 AM1h53Plymouth station (PLY)12:35 PMFalmouth Town (FMT)$211One-way1 transfer
Y41568 · Y803197:42 AM1h53Plymouth station (PLY)9:35 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$211One-way1 transfer
Y41578 · Y803269:13 AM1h52Plymouth station (PLY)11:05 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$221One-way1 transfer
G14977 · Y803299:46 AM1h49Plymouth station (PLY)11:35 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$221One-way1 transfer
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Y803248:47 AM1h48Plymouth station (PLY)10:35 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$341One-way1 transfer
G14977 · Y803299:46 AM1h49Plymouth station (PLY)11:35 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$221One-way1 transfer
Y41582 · Y8033110:14 AM1h51Plymouth station (PLY)12:05 PMFalmouth Town (FMT)$211One-way1 transfer
Y41578 · Y803269:13 AM1h52Plymouth station (PLY)11:05 AMFalmouth Town (FMT)$221One-way1 transfer
G15166 · Y8033410:42 AM1h53Plymouth station (PLY)12:35 PMFalmouth Town (FMT)$211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Plymouth to Falmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Falmouth:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Falmouth costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 50m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $24 (€20)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Plymouth to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Falmouth trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15173 · Y80364 | On time 4:49 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h51 | 6:40 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G15174 · Y80366 | On time 5:46 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h40 | 7:26 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
W34819 · Y80369 | Delayed 5:30 PM 6:21 PMPlymouth station (PLY) | 1h40 | 8:01 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
Y41566 · Y80314 | 6:40 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h55 | 8:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G15160 · Y80316 | 7:12 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h53 | 9:05 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
Y41568 · Y80319 | 7:42 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h53 | 9:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G15161 · Y80321 | 8:09 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h56 | 10:05 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G66472+ Y80324 | 8:47 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h48 | 10:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
Y41578 · Y80326 | 9:13 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h52 | 11:05 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G14977 · Y80329 | 9:46 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h49 | 11:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
Y41582 · Y80331 | 10:14 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h51 | 12:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
G15166 · Y80334 | 10:42 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h53 | 12:35 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Falmouth
Trains from Plymouth to Falmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Falmouth from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Falmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Falmouth 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 Falmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Falmouth
Most Plymouth to Falmouth trains use the Plymouth to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Falmouth Docks. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Falmouth leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to St Budeaux Ferry Road from Plymouth city centre
St Budeaux Ferry Road is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
St Budeaux Ferry Road train station facilities and services
St Budeaux Ferry Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access, however both platforms can only be accessed via steep ramps with limited handrails for support. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Falmouth station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
Getting to Falmouth Town from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Town train station facilities and services
Falmouth Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Falmouth Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the platform although access to the platform is via a long steep ramp. Due to narrow platforms, wheelchair users cannot alight or board the train from this station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Falmouth Docks from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Docks is 1 km from Falmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Falmouth Docks train station facilities and services
Falmouth Docks has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Docks.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Docks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Docks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Docks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Falmouth Docks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Penmere from Falmouth city centre
Penmere train station facilities and services
Penmere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penmere.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penmere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penmere: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Penmere: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penmere: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station. This station has step free access to the platform. This is via a ramp from the car park. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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