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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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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
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in November
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 09m 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 Drivo Rent A Car and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Greyhound. 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 09m 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 Drivo Rent A Car and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Greyhound. 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 (7,012 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,335 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,774 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,324 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,868 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,636 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,836 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,301 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,666 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,709 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (342 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,281 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,325 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,696 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,085 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,310 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 Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Falmouth

Most booked hotels in Falmouth

AutoCamp Cape Cod
4 stars
Excellent (9, 206 reviews)
$222+
Falmouth Tides
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 299 reviews)
$165+
Sands Of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 212 reviews)
$239+
Inn on the Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 278 reviews)
$149+
Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1060 reviews)
$114+
Falmouth Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 685 reviews)
$114+

Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $87 per day, on average, or $173 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, 37% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $87 per day, on average, or $173 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, 37% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

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