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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Redruth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £83.
Distance: 328 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£77 Average Price | £83 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Reading 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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![]() | 16:29 Reading | 4h28 | 20:57 Redruth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Reading to Redruth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 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 Reading 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 Reading to Redruth trains use the Reading to Redruth station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Redruth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, 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 and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, 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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