- Must visit
King Edward Mine Museum
A volunteer-run museum exploring Cornwall’s mining story through machinery, artefacts and access to historic industrial remains.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Redruth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Redruth will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Exeter for Redruth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Redruth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 132 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Redruth trains for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:46 Exeter | 2h25 | 11:11 Redruth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:27 Exeter | 2h46 | 12:13 Redruth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Exeter to Redruth run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Redruth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Redruth trip today.
A volunteer-run museum exploring Cornwall’s mining story through machinery, artefacts and access to historic industrial remains.
Redruth’s principal heritage museum, covering local mining, community history and changing exhibitions in the town centre.
A restored county poorhouse presenting social history displays and guided visits that reveal Victorian life in Cornwall.
A landmark hilltop walking area with rugged paths, mining remains, open heath and wide views across Redruth and the north coast.
Redruth’s main historic shopping street, lined with period buildings, independent shops and easy access to key town landmarks.
A local trail area around old mine workings and engine houses, ideal for short heritage walks close to Redruth.
A saffron-enriched yeast bun from Cornwall, traditionally baked with currants and enjoyed sliced with butter. It reflects the county’s historic saffron trade.
Cornwall’s best-known pastry: beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped crust. It was a practical meal for tin miners and remains a local staple.
A rich fruit loaf made with mixed dried fruit and often tea, spice and sugar. It is a traditional Cornish bake, especially popular at tea time.
Well-known inn restaurant near Redruth serving modern British food with local produce. Comfortable countryside atmosphere suited to longer meals.
Traditional Cornish bakery and cafe known for pasties, buns and sweet bakes. Casual, reliable and central for a quick local lunch.
Popular pub venue serving hearty British dishes and drinks in a relaxed setting. A good choice for casual meals in the town centre.
Moderate for Cornwall. Rooms and dining cost a little less than bigger tourist hubs, while local buses and everyday spending stay fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Redruth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Redruth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Redruth trains use the Exeter St Davids to Redruth station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Redruth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
St James' Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at St James' Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St James' Park: Parking.
Available at St James' Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St James' Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Redruth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redruth.
Wi-Fi is available at Redruth.
Ticket office support is available at Redruth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redruth: Parking, WC.
Available at Redruth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redruth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with step free available to both platforms. Transfer between platforms is via local roads and under the railway viaduct. Access roads are steep in places. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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