The average train between Bristol and Falmouth takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Falmouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Falmouth. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Falmouth at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Falmouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Falmouth. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Falmouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Bristol to Falmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Falmouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Truro station.
Book your Bristol to Falmouth train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and Falmouth is 226.2 km. The road distance is 306 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Penmere via Plymouth and Truro in around 4h 23m.