How far is Falmouth, MA from Yarmouth, MA?

Fastest route

The distance between Falmouth, Massachusetts and Yarmouth, Massachusetts is approximately 27.8 miles (44.7 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 49 minutes. The suggested route is to take MA-28 S and US-6 E. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:

Directions

  1. Start in Falmouth, Massachusetts.
  2. Head south toward Main St.
  3. Follow MA-28 S to Cotuit Rd in Barnstable.
  4. Continue onto MA-28 S/Davis Straits.
  5. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto MA-28 S/Falmouth Rd.
  6. Get on US-6 E.
  7. Slight left onto Cotuit Rd.
  8. At the traffic circle, continue straight onto MA-149 N/Prospect St.
  9. Continue to follow MA-149 N.
  10. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto the US-6 E ramp to Orleans/Provincetown.
  11. Follow US-6 E.
  12. Take exit 75 from US-6 E toward Union St/Yarmouth/Dennis.
  13. Take Union St to Old Church St.
  14. Turn left onto Station Ave.
  15. Turn right onto Old Church St.
  16. Arrive at your destination in Yarmouth, Massachusetts.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Consider using a navigation app for real-time traffic updates.
  • ⛽ Make sure to refuel your vehicle before the journey.
  • 🍽️ If you're hungry, plan a stop for a meal along the way.
  • 📸 Take a moment to enjoy the scenic views during your drive.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction that may affect your route.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
38.24 mi
00h 45m
Flight
22.61 mi
36.38 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
22.61 mi
Kilometers
36.38 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
38.24 mi
Kilometers
61.54 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Yarmouth
Thu, Apr 23, 4:36 AM EDT
Return by in Falmouth
Thu, Apr 23, 5:21 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Falmouth
2026-04-23T03:50
Arrive Yarmouth
Thu, Apr 23, 4:36 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Falmouth
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Marstons Mills
MA

City in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America

From Falmouth
12.7 mi
00h 22m
To Yarmouth
25.6 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin

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Destination

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Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Falmouth and Yarmouth.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Falmouth and Yarmouth.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    29 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Elm Arch Way

    56 m · 12 sec · Elm Arch Way

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Davis Straits

    2003 ft · 51 sec · Davis Straits

  5. 5

    Continue on Teaticket Highway

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Teaticket Highway

  6. 6

    Continue on East Falmouth Highway

    2.3 mi · 4 min · East Falmouth Highway

  7. 7

    Continue on Waquoit Highway

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Waquoit Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on Falmouth Road

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Falmouth Road

  9. 9

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Mashpee Rotary Circle

    98 m · 5 sec · Falmouth Road

  10. 10

    Exit the rotary onto Falmouth Road

    8.4 mi · 14 min · Falmouth Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Phinneys Lane

    3.3 mi · 6 min · Phinneys Lane

  12. 12

    Continue on Hyannis Road

    2826 ft · 60 sec · Hyannis Road

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Main Street

    3.9 mi · 7 min · Main Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Old Church Street

    16 m · 2 sec · Old Church Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Old Church Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Falmouth and Yarmouth.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
15 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Falmouth Road
10.2 mi · 27%
Main Street
4.79 mi · 13%
Phinneys Lane
3.27 mi · 9%
East Falmouth Highway
2.34 mi · 6%
Teaticket Highway
1.9 mi · 5%
Waquoit Highway
1.81 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Falmouth Road

Exit the rotary onto Falmouth Road

8.35 mi · 00h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.6 mi
22.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Marstons Mills
00h 22m from Falmouth
Leave By
4:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Falmouth to Yarmouth?

The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Marstons Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.7 miles from Falmouth and 25.6 miles from Yarmouth.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.25 one way or $10.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.

Stop Ideas Near Marstons Mills

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Marstons Mills, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marstons Mills.

RAIL

Providence station

85 mi away
100 Gaspee Street
RAIL

Route 128 station

86 mi away
50 University Ave
RAIL

Back Bay station

94 mi away
145 Dartmouth St.
RAIL

South Station

94 mi away
2 South Station

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Falmouth and Yarmouth. Straight-line distance: 22.61 mi (36.38 km).

Falmouth

#1 Falmouth

Town in Massachusetts, United States

Population31,107
Coordinates41.5515000, -70.6147500
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Yarmouth

#2 Yarmouth

City in Massachusetts

Population23,166
Coordinates41.7056700, -70.2286300
Altitude10
CountryUnited States
Start: Cahoon Court (-70.61441, 41.551467)
End: Old Church Street (-70.22861, 41.705668)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 62 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.35 gal
5.11 L · about $5.25
Round trip
$10.50
2.7 gal · 10.22 L
Estimated CO2
12 kg one way
Round trip: 24 kg / 53 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $5.25 $10.50
Mid-grade $4.40 $5.94 $11.87
Premium $4.80 $6.48 $12.96
Diesel $4.49 $6.06 $12.12

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Massachusetts · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Falmouth and Yarmouth. The current time is 03:50:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.