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.

Where to Eat in Falmouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Osteria la Civetta (133 Main Street) and La Cucina Sul Mare (237 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Falmouth

Falmouth in November
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in November
Estimated hotel price
$139
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 Nashville and takes around 2h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela.

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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Providence, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 85 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 Nashville and takes around 2h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela.

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 Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Providence, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 85 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.

Airlines serving Falmouth

Lufthansa
Good (7,491 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,991 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,977 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (853 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,303 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,132 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,026 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,094 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 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

Falmouth Tides
2 stars
Excellent (9, 400 reviews)
$197+
AutoCamp Cape Cod
4 stars
Excellent (9, 228 reviews)
$207+
Sands Of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 227 reviews)
$275+
Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1156 reviews)
$122+
Inn on the Square
3 stars
Excellent (8, 289 reviews)
$139+
Hotel Cape Cod
3 stars
Good (7.9, 49 reviews)
$102+

Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Falmouth.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Falmouth.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

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