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Where to stay
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Falmouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Falmouth

With a population of 3,799, Falmouth is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Falmouth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Falmouth

Falmouth in April
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in April
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Falmouth

Plane

When flying to Falmouth, you’ll arrive at West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard (MVY), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Falmouth departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to New Haven takes 2h 39m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Falmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 184 miles from Falmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 115 miles and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 238 miles. The most popular bus station is Falmouth Steamship Authority Pier - 1 Cowdry Rd, located 3 miles from downtown Falmouth. Falmouth Bus Depot - 59 Depot Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Falmouth, you’ll arrive at West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard (MVY), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Falmouth departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to New Haven takes 2h 39m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Falmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 184 miles from Falmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 115 miles and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 238 miles. The most popular bus station is Falmouth Steamship Authority Pier - 1 Cowdry Rd, located 3 miles from downtown Falmouth. Falmouth Bus Depot - 59 Depot Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Airports near Falmouth

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Falmouth

KLM
Good (1,492 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,900 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,865 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,302 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,392 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,173 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,907 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,185 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,262 reviews)
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Where to stay in Falmouth

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging and Shoreway Acres Inn & Cape Cod Lodging.

Where to stay in popular areas of Falmouth

Most booked hotels in Falmouth

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AutoCamp Cape Cod
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 229 reviews)
$97+
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Innseason Resorts Surfside
3 stars
Excellent (9, 360 reviews)
$99+
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Sands Of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 231 reviews)
$275+
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Iris Hotel Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 75 reviews)
$115+
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The Coonamessett
3 stars
Excellent (8, 504 reviews)
$115+
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Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1194 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $87 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Falmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $87 per day, on average, or $174 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Falmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Falmouth

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$43/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$45/day

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