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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 March
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$134
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 Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to New Haven takes 2h 26m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 03m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. 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 Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to New Haven takes 2h 26m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 03m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. 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
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Falmouth

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,759 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,712 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,138 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,103 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,684 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,380 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,158 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,834 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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Falmouth Tides
3 stars
Excellent (9, 412 reviews)
$141+
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Innseason Resorts Surfside
3 stars
Excellent (9, 360 reviews)
$106+
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Iris Hotel Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 66 reviews)
$113+
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Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1173 reviews)
$119+
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Inn on the Square
3 stars
Good (7.9, 288 reviews)
$123+
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Falmouth Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 732 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 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 $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 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 $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Falmouth

Convertible

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$95/day

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