How to travel from Bristol to Falmouth

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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Falmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 140 miles (226 km)

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€57

Average price

€36

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€62

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4h 20m

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3h 50m

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6h 25m

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5h 55m

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3h 23m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Falmouth is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Falmouth:

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Falmouth costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Falmouth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Falmouth including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Falmouth among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Falmouth

Travel to Falmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Falmouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Falmouth including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Falmouth is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Falmouth:

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Falmouth costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Falmouth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Bristol to Falmouth is approximately 140 miles (226 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Falmouth is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Falmouth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Falmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Falmouth Town (FMT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Falmouth, Berkeley Vale.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Falmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Falmouth by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Stagecoach South West, FlixBus to go to Falmouth by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Falmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Newquay, Truro, Plymouth, Penzance. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Falmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Falmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A 2 to 3-day visit to Falmouth is ideal to explore its charming harbor, enjoy local seafood, and visit nearby attractions such as Pendennis Castle and the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

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