Exeter to Falmouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78 miles 125.6 km · straight line
97.9 miles actual route 157.5 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Exeter from Falmouth?

The distance from Exeter to Falmouth is 78 miles (125.6 km) as the crow flies. Falmouth is located WSW of Exeter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.9 miles, taking about 1h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Exeter and Falmouth. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Exeter to Falmouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Exeter & Falmouth

Quick Facts

Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Falmouth
50.15°N, 5.07°W
Europe/London
34m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 319.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM