The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Falmouth
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
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 $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Plymouth for Falmouth on Thu, Dec 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €10. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Falmouth trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:46 AM Plymouth | 1h49 | 10:35 AM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:42 AM Plymouth | 1h53 | 12:35 PM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:02 PM Plymouth | 1h38 | 3:40 PM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:56 PM Plymouth | 2h14 | 5:10 PM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
![]() | 4:33 AM Plymouth | 2h00 | 6:33 AM Falmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Falmouth by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Falmouth
Trains from Plymouth to Falmouth run on average 4 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 21:31. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Plymouth to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to shelter on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Saltash Road, next to HMS Drake Barracks.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road at the side of the station by the bridge where the bus stop is
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Penmere Hill. Taxis can get to the Station.
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