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National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Modern maritime museum with boat displays, sea stories, family activities and a lookout over Falmouth Harbour.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 44 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Falmouth will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Bath to Falmouth, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 m 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 234 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Falmouth:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Falmouth costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Falmouth take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 58m.
Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.38. The journey takes 4h 15m versus 3h 46m 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 Bath to Falmouth trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 Bath | 4h37 | 16:05 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bath to Falmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 1:55 |
Last train 18:29 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Falmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Falmouth trip today.
Modern maritime museum with boat displays, sea stories, family activities and a lookout over Falmouth Harbour.
Small museum on Jacob's Ladder with local history displays covering the town, harbour life and notable residents.
Public gallery in the town centre with a strong art collection and changing exhibitions in an accessible civic setting.
Popular sandy beach backed by gardens, with broad bay views and an easy coastal walk towards Pendennis Point.
Lively harbourside street lined with independent shops and historic buildings, ideal for strolling between the quay and town centre.
Green hillside garden near the seafront with subtropical planting, benches and attractive views across the bay.
A rich, slow-cooked Cornish meat and vegetable pasty with a crimped edge. It is Cornwall’s best-known handheld meal and a classic local staple.
Fresh sardines, usually grilled or pan-fried, landed in Cornish waters. They are prized locally for their flavour and long fishing heritage.
A traditional fish stew from west Cornwall made with mixed fish, potatoes and onions. It reflects the area’s fishing culture and simple coastal cooking.
Popular casual spot for fresh fish and chips near the harbour. It is known for quality seafood and easy takeaway dining.
Well-known seafood restaurant on the harbour, serving fresh local fish and shellfish in a relaxed, polished setting.
Established waterside restaurant focused on Cornish seafood and seasonal produce, with a smart but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: accommodation can rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and small café bills if service is good.
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Falmouth Town -> Falmouth Moor, Falmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath to Falmouth trains use the Bath Spa to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Falmouth Docks. Use this guide to compare Bath and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
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.
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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