Falmouth to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

43.7 miles 70.4 km · straight line
66.1 miles actual route 106.4 km · driving distance
1h 36min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Falmouth from Plymouth?

The distance from Falmouth to Plymouth is 43.7 miles (70.4 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located ENE of Falmouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 66.1 miles, taking about 1h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Falmouth and Plymouth. 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 Falmouth to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 36min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 55min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Falmouth & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Falmouth
50.15°N, 5.07°W
Europe/London
34m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 569.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM