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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 St Austell to Redruth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 35 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Austell to Redruth:
A train is £0.06 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from St Austell to Redruth costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Redruth take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 16m faster (28m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£4 vs £7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from St Austell to Redruth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 27m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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 St Austell 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 St Austell to Redruth trains use the St Austell to Redruth station pair. Use this guide to compare St Austell and Redruth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Austell is 1 km from St Austell city centre. Public transport options include:
St Austell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Austell.
Wi-Fi is available at St Austell.
Ticket office support is available at St Austell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Austell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Austell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Austell: 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 both platforms via a liftbridge. 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 taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Self service Ticket Machine is located at the entrance to platform 2, 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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