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King Edward Mine Museum
A volunteer-run museum exploring Cornwall’s mining story through machinery, artefacts and access to historic industrial remains.
Trains from Newton Abbot to Redruth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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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 Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot to Redruth trains use the Newton Abbot to Redruth station pair. Use this guide to compare Newton Abbot and Redruth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newton Abbot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Newton Abbot.
Wi-Fi is available at Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.
Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, WC.
Available at Newton Abbot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton Abbot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge from platform 3. 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 public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
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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