GWR train on viaduct on the Maritime Line between Truro and Falmouth

Maritime Line

Truro - Falmouth Docks

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The Maritime Line links the bustling Cathedral city of Truro with the harbour port of Falmouth.

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The Maritime Line links the bustling Cathedral city of Truro with the harbour port of Falmouth.

This busy line is great for going shopping in Truro, exploring Falmouth and its maritime history or for exploring the area on foot with the many footpaths and trails.

Dogs are welcome on the train.

GWR Maritime Line train on the Collegewood Viaduct
Pendennis Castle
Boat in Falmouth
Truro Cathedral
Gyllyngvase beach, Falmouth
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Maritime Line

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Line Highlights

Hit the beach!

Falmouth has four world class beaches which are great for families.

 

If lazing around on the beach isn’t your thing, how about trying your luck on the water with the many water sports on offer?

 

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Pendennis Castle

This mighty fortress, built by King Herny VIII was built between 1540 and 1545.

The castle is run by English Heritage and has regular events throughout the year, wonderful coastal views, tours and exhibitions. Pendennis Castle is a 1/2 mile walk from Falmouth Docks station.

Royal Cornwall Museum

When visiting Truro, discover Cornwall’s history from prehistoric times up to the industrial revolution. Exhibits include an Egyptian mummy!

The museum has loads of interactive and family friendly events so there is something for everyone.

 

Buying Tickets

Truro to Falmouth

£

6.00

Off-Peak Day Return. Valid after the morning peak, and anytime weekends or Bank Holidays.

If you can, please buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website. Download it to your mobile device or smart ticket where possible.

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PENZANCE TO
TRURO

£

11.00

Adult Off-Peak Day Return

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40min

Approximate journey time

LISKEARD TO
FALMOUTH

£

14.00

Adult Off-Peak Day Return

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1hr 15min

Approximate journey time

Fares
£6.00
Truro - Falmouth DocksOff-Peak Day Return

Valid after 09 00 Mon-Fri and any time on weekends or Bank Holidays

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UNDER 5s Travel Free 5-15 YR OLDS Half Price GROUPS Get 1/3 Off RAILCARDS Get 1/3 Off
Ticket Buying Tips

UNDER 5s TRAVEL FREE

Children under the age of 5 travel free and don’t require a ticket.

For advice on taking buggies or prams on the train visit our page about travelling with kids.

5-15 YEAR OLDS GO HALF-PRICE

5 to 15 year olds get 50% off. Over 15s are classed as adults, but can save with the 16-17 Saver or a 16-25 railcard.

It’s also worth checking out the Family & Friends railcard.

SAVINGS FOR SMALL GROUPS

Groups of three to nine people who buy their ticket together get a third off thanks to the Groupsave discount.

Groupsave is valid on Off-Peak Day Return tickets on Great Western Railway services.

On the Maritime Line, this includes all trains that depart after 09 00 Monday-Friday and any time on weekends or Bank Holidays.

SAVE 1/3 WITH A RAILCARD

Devon and Cornwall Railcard

Live locally? For just £12 a year this card gives Devon and Cornwall residents a third off most Standard Off-Peak tickets for you and a friend when travelling in the two counties. You can also take up to four accompanying children (ages 5-15) on the journey for £1 each.

Find out more and get yours.

National railcards

Whether you want to travel Standard or First Class, national railcards give a third off Anytime, Off-Peak and Advanced fares. Most cost just £30 a year.

Available railcards include:

16-25
26-30
Senior
Two Together
Disabled Persons (£20)
Family & Friends

There is also a 16-17 Saver which offers even better savings.

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

On this line, Off-Peak Day Return tickets for trips like Truro to Falmouth (£6.00) are valid for journeys after 09 00 Mon-Fri and any time on weekends or Bank Holidays. Look up train times.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Truro station
Truro station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Cornwall Ranger
Day ticket that provides Off-Peak rail travel in Cornwall and to/from Plymouth (plus the Tamar Valley Line).
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Ride Cornwall
Day ticket similar to the Cornwall Ranger but that also includes local bus travel.
£18 Adult | £9 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

Train Times

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25 Min Journey

Average each way

Two trains an hour

Mon - Sat, less frequent Sun

7 days a week

No trains 25-26 Dec

Ticket Buying Tips

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

On this line, Off-Peak Day Return tickets for trips like Truro to Falmouth (£6.00) are valid for journeys after 09 00 Mon-Fri and any time on weekends or Bank Holidays. Look up train times.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Truro station
Truro station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Cornwall Ranger
Day ticket that provides Off-Peak rail travel in Cornwall and to/from Plymouth (plus the Tamar Valley Line).
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Ride Cornwall
Day ticket similar to the Cornwall Ranger but that also includes local bus travel.
£18 Adult | £9 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

Tickets

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

On this line, Off-Peak Day Return tickets for trips like Truro to Falmouth (£6.00) are valid for journeys after 09 00 Mon-Fri and any time on weekends or Bank Holidays. Look up train times.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Truro station
Truro station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Cornwall Ranger
Day ticket that provides Off-Peak rail travel in Cornwall and to/from Plymouth (plus the Tamar Valley Line).
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Ride Cornwall
Day ticket similar to the Cornwall Ranger but that also includes local bus travel.
£18 Adult | £9 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

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