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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 coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Redruth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 435 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Sheffield to Redruth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Redruth trains use the Sheffield to Redruth station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Redruth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
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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