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When to visit
How to get there
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 December
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in December
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 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Falmouth departs from Austin and takes around 3h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Hartford takes 3h 56m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Falmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 296 km from Falmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Hartford, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 175 km and will cost you around $46. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 386 km. The most popular bus station is Falmouth Steamship Authority Pier - 1 Cowdry Rd, located 6 km from downtown Falmouth. Falmouth Bus Depot - 59 Depot Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Falmouth, you’ll arrive at West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard (MVY), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Falmouth departs from Austin and takes around 3h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Hartford takes 3h 56m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Falmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 296 km from Falmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Hartford, the bus ride to Falmouth takes 175 km and will cost you around $46. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 386 km. The most popular bus station is Falmouth Steamship Authority Pier - 1 Cowdry Rd, located 6 km from downtown Falmouth. Falmouth Bus Depot - 59 Depot Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 km from the city center.

Airports near Falmouth

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Falmouth

Lufthansa
Good (7,939 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,905 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,321 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,431 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,189 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,578 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,625 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,217 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,284 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)
$95+
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Sands Of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 231 reviews)
$275+
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Town & Beach Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 571 reviews)
$132+
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Iris Hotel Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 75 reviews)
$117+
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The Coonamessett
3 stars
Good (7.9, 504 reviews)
$122+
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Inn on the Square
3 stars
Good (7.9, 278 reviews)
$118+
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Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $85 per day, on average, or $171 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, 18% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $85 per day, on average, or $171 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, 18% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Falmouth

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$51/day

Intermediate

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$64/day

Standard SUV
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