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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
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Falmouth will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oxford for Falmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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 Oxford to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 321 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Falmouth trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:02 Oxford | 5h36 | 16:38 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Oxford to Falmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 21:31 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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 Oxford 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 Oxford to Falmouth trains use the Oxford to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Falmouth Docks. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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.
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.
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.
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