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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 March
Estimated hotel price
$132
1 night at 3-star hotel
Falmouth in March
Estimated hotel price
$132
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 Presque Isle and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 33m 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 Hertz and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Falmouth, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. 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 Presque Isle and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Falmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Falmouth to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 33m 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 Hertz and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

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

Airlines serving Falmouth

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,244 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,239 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,886 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,370 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,760 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,972 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)
$153+
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Iris Hotel Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 66 reviews)
$113+
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The Coonamessett
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 498 reviews)
$132+
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Admiralty Inn & Suites - a Red Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1173 reviews)
$120+
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Inn on the Square
3 stars
Good (7.9, 286 reviews)
$115+
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Falmouth Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 733 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Falmouth

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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 $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Falmouth costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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 $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Falmouth, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Falmouth

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$49/day

Intermediate
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