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National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Modern maritime museum with boat displays, sea stories, family activities and a lookout over Falmouth Harbour.
Trains from Torquay to Falmouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 6:33 |
Last train 16:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 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
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Most Torquay to Falmouth trains use the Torquay to Falmouth Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Torquay and Falmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Torquay is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:
Torquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: On the Rocks, The Elephant Restaurant
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Torquay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Torquay. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Torquay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Torquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torquay: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Grand Hotel, The Imperial Torquay, Hampton by Hilton Torquay.
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.
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