Origin
Barnstable, MA
Morning in Barnstable on Tuesday
Local time
6:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Barnstable, MA to Falmouth, MA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
21.4 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barnstable, MA
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Falmouth, MA
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Barnstable and Falmouth is a straightforward 21.4-mile trip that typically takes about 37 minutes. Because this is a short journey entirely within Massachusetts, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate via a combination of local routes, specifically Phinneys Lane, Falmouth Road, and East Falmouth Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly way to cross the region. It functions perfectly as a quick point-to-point drive, offering you plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of exploration, this route provides a direct connection across the Cape.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Falmouth Road | 10.3 mi | 17m |
| Phinneys Lane | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| East Falmouth Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Teaticket Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Waquoit Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Hyannis Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Davis Straits | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Falmouth Road
— 10.3 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnstable, MA and Falmouth, MA.
1
Start on Bow Lane
185 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bow Lane
2
Turn left onto Hyannis Road
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Hyannis Road
3
Continue on Phinneys Lane
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Phinneys Lane
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
At end of road, turn right onto MA 28
8.4 mi
·
14 min
·
Falmouth Road
5
Enter roundabout onto MA 28
428 ft
·
7 sec
·
Falmouth Road
6
Continue on MA 28
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Falmouth Road
7
Continue on MA 28
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Waquoit Highway
8
Continue on MA 28
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Falmouth Highway
9
Continue on MA 28
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Teaticket Highway
10
Continue on MA 28
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Davis Straits
11
Continue on MA 28
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Turn left onto Elm Arch Way
185 ft
·
13 sec
·
Elm Arch Way
13
Turn left
94 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 21.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hyannis Road
Turn left onto Hyannis Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
MA 28 / Falmouth Road
At end of road, turn right onto MA 28 / Falmouth Road
Navigation decision point
4
12.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
MA 28 / Falmouth Road
Enter roundabout onto MA 28 / Falmouth Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
21.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Elm Arch Way
Turn left onto Elm Arch Way
Navigation decision point
5
21.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.43 | $3.73 | $7.47 |
| premium | $4.82 | $4.06 | $8.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.72 | $9.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 57% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (57% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Falmouth, MA
Morning in Falmouth on Tuesday
Local time
6:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway driving, meaning you will be navigating surface streets for the entire 21.4 miles. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.3 miles on Falmouth Road. Because the route relies on local infrastructure, the driving experience is characterized by frequent turns and varied local traffic patterns. You should be prepared for a steady, hands-on drive that requires your full attention as you transition between these smaller roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on Falmouth Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hyannis Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Barnstable, MA to Falmouth, MA is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hyannis Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (MA 28 / Falmouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (MA 28 / Falmouth Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
71 ft
17 ft
Total Climb
109 ft
Total Descent
119 ft
Highest Point
71 ft
~1.5 mi in
Elevation Range
53 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Barnstable, MA
Full guide →Barnstable is in Massachusetts on Cape Cod. The Town of Barnstable includes seven villages. Each village has unique and significant cultural and historical qualities. Barnstable was the first place to be settled on Cape Cod; in 1639. Several Crocker family houses and farms from that period still exist today.
Arriving in Falmouth, MA
Full guide →Falmouth is a town in Massachusetts on Cape Cod's southwest corner. It includes the villages of Woods Hole, West Falmouth, North Falmouth, Hatchville, Silver Beach, East Falmouth, Teaticket, and Waquoit. It is the Cape's second most populous town.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 21.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.3 miles on Falmouth Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hyannis Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (MA 28 / Falmouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (MA 28 / Falmouth Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and Cape Cod National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Falmouth, MA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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