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National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Modern maritime museum with boat displays, sea stories, family activities and a lookout over Falmouth Harbour.
Take a train from Saltash to Falmouth and enjoy the approximately 66 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 20:38.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 20:38 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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 Saltash 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 Saltash to Falmouth trains use the Saltash to Falmouth Town station pair, with some services arriving at Falmouth Docks. Use this guide to compare Saltash and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saltash is 1 km from Saltash city centre. Public transport options include:
Saltash has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Saltash.
Wi-Fi is available at Saltash.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saltash: Parking.
Available at Saltash: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saltash: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via a long ramp only and via local steep roads from platform 2. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: No, 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.
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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