The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Falmouth
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Falmouth will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Falmouth without transferring at least 2 times.
C23735+
P08888 · P09045
C03775+
P08317 · P09047
C23749+
P08323 · P09051
C23731+
P08311 · P09043
C23745+
P08892 · P09049
C23735+
P08888 · P09045
C03775+
P08317 · P09047
C23731+
P08311 · P09043
C23745+
P08892 · P09049
C23729+
P08883 · P09042Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Falmouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 226 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€67 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Falmouth trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23729+ P08883 · P09042 | On time 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h24 | 12:35 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
C23731+ P08311 · P09043 | On time 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 1:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
C23735+ P08888 · P09045 | On time 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 2:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
C03775+ P08317 · P09047 | On time 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 3:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
C23745+ P08892 · P09049 | On time 11:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h20 | 4:05 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
C23749+ P08323 · P09051 | On time 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h25 | 5:10 PM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Falmouth
Trains from Bristol to Falmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Falmouth from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Falmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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
Popular train stations from Bristol to Falmouth
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Accessible taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On single platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Weekends - Bus stop under roadbridge on Sea Mills Lane (300 yrds from station). Weekdays - Bus stops on either side of Shirehampton Road opposite the Co-op
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road at the side of the station by the bridge where the bus stop is
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Penmere Hill. Taxis can get to the Station.
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