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National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Major maritime museum with interactive galleries, historic boats, and exhibitions on Cornwall's seafaring heritage beside the harbor.
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Ives to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Ives to Falmouth will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
It's difficult to get from St Ives to Falmouth without transferring at least 2 times.
Y15464 · W34566 · Y80319
Y15471 · W34572 · Y80324
Y15478 · W34577 · Y80329
Y15641 · G15461 · Y80369
Y15532 · C48442 · Y80344
Y15632+
G66829+
Y80366
Y15641 · G15461 · Y80369
Y15464 · W34566 · Y80319
Y15487 · G15205 · Y80331
Y15496+
G01082+
Y80334Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Ives to Falmouth:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Ives to Falmouth costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 14m.
Tickets start at around €9 compared to roughly €8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.96. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Falmouth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y15457 · G15203 · Y80316 | 7:32 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h33 | 9:05 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15464 · W34566 · Y80319 | 8:07 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h28 | 9:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15471 · W34572 · Y80324 | 9:02 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h33 | 10:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15478 · W34577 · Y80329 | 10:03 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 11:35 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15487 · G15205 · Y80331 | 10:33 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 12:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15496+ G01082+ Y80334 | 11:03 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 12:35 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15504 · C48440 · Y80336 | 11:33 AM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 1:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15513 · V04624 · Y80339 | 12:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 1:35 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15522 · G15207 · Y80341 | 12:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 2:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15532 · C48442 · Y80344 | 1:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 2:35 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15542 · G15459 · Y80346 | 1:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 3:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15562 · C48443 · Y80351 | 2:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h32 | 4:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15572 · G15460 · Y80354 | 3:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h37 | 4:40 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15582 · C48444 · Y80356 | 3:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h37 | 5:10 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15592 · V04622 · Y80359 | 4:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h37 | 5:40 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15602 · G15208 · Y80361 | 4:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h37 | 6:10 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15612 · C48445 · Y80364 | 5:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h37 | 6:40 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15632+ G66829+ Y80366 | 6:03 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h23 | 7:26 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15641 · G15461 · Y80369 | 6:33 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 1h28 | 8:01 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
Y15649 · G15209 · Y80373 | 7:05 PM St Ives station (SIV) | 2h05 | 9:10 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from St Ives to Falmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 6:33 AM |
Last train 8:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Major maritime museum with interactive galleries, historic boats, and exhibitions on Cornwall's seafaring heritage beside the harbor.
University art gallery showing contemporary exhibitions by emerging and established artists, with a strong focus on Cornish creative practice.
Independent gallery known for changing exhibitions of leading Cornish and British artists in a central Falmouth setting.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for swimming, views, and classic seaside walks close to central Falmouth.
Headland walking area linking beaches, fortifications, and viewpoints, with some of the town's best sea panoramas.
Historic high street lined with shops and Georgian-fronted buildings, ideal for exploring Falmouth's character and harbor connections.
A rich Cornish fish stew of local catch, often with shellfish. It reflects Cornwall's fishing heritage and is a staple on coastal menus.
Cornwall's iconic baked pastry filled with beef, potato, swede and onion. Traditionally a hearty miner's lunch and still widely loved locally.
Split bread roll spread with butter and filled with chips. A simple Cornish comfort food commonly eaten from local bakeries and takeaways.
Established fine dining restaurant known for seafood-focused tasting menus and elegant cooking with Cornish ingredients.
Well-known harbourside seafood restaurant and fishmonger serving very fresh local catch in a relaxed waterside setting.
Refined restaurant at The Greenbank Hotel with polished service, river views and modern dishes built around Cornish produce.
Moderate for the UK coast. Hotels rise in summer, but casual dining and local buses stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Falmouth Town -> Falmouth Moor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives 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.

Most St Ives to Falmouth trains use the St Ives to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Penmere. Use this guide to compare St Ives and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Ives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Ives.
Wi-Fi is available at St Ives.
Ticket office support is available at St Ives.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Ives: Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Ives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Ives: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Falmouth Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Town.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falmouth Town: Parking.
Available at Falmouth Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Penmere.
Wi-Fi is available at Penmere.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penmere: Parking.
Available at Penmere: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Falmouth Docks is 1 km from Falmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Falmouth Docks.
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Docks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falmouth Docks: Parking.
Available at Falmouth Docks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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