The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Falmouth
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Falmouth will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth for Falmouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 38 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.
8:276h38Portsmouth15:05Falmouth£1341One-way0 changes
11:276h31Portsmouth17:58Falmouth£1381One-way0 changes
11:276h31Portsmouth17:58Falmouth£1381One-way0 changes
8:276h38Portsmouth15:05Falmouth£1341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Falmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £130.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£135 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Falmouth trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:05 Portsmouth | 8h00 | 14:05 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:24 Portsmouth | 7h41 | 15:05 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:27 Portsmouth | 7h38 | 16:05 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:27 Portsmouth | 7h13 | 16:40 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:27 Portsmouth | 7h13 | 17:40 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:27 Portsmouth | 6h59 | 19:26 Falmouth | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Falmouth
Trains from Portsmouth to Falmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 291 km distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 291 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 21:04 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Portsmouth to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Portsmouth and Falmouth from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Falmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Falmouth
Most Portsmouth to Falmouth trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Penmere. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Falmouth leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton train station facilities and services
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Falmouth station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Getting to Falmouth Town from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Town train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Penmere from Falmouth city centre
Penmere train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Penmere.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penmere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penmere: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Penmere: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Falmouth Docks from Falmouth city centre
Falmouth Docks is 1 km from Falmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Falmouth Docks train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Falmouth Docks.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Falmouth Docks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Falmouth Docks: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Falmouth Docks: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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