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Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Redruth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Redruth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£15 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Plymouth to Redruth
Compare the available ways to get from Plymouth to Redruth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Redruth:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Redruth costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Redruth take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 42m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Plymouth to Redruth
How to get to Redruth from Plymouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Plymouth to Redruth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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11:20 1h20 Plymouth 12:40 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:20 1h20 Plymouth 12:40 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:20 1h20 Plymouth 12:40 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes
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9:46 1h25 Plymouth 11:11 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes.png)
6:40 1h26 Plymouth 8:06 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes.png)
7:42 1h26 Plymouth 9:08 Redruth £53 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Redruth by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Redruth are St Mary's Island, Truro, Falmouth, Penzance and St Ives. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Redruth on Omio.


Day trip from Redruth to Truro by ferry
Why visit Truro for the day?
Truro is Cornwall’s cathedral city, known for its Gothic Revival skyline and compact centre of shops and historic streets. As the county town, it has a practical local feel while staying close to rivers, countryside and the Cornish coast.

Day trip from Redruth to Falmouth by ferry
Why visit Falmouth for the day?
Falmouth is a Cornish harbour town known for its deep natural port, maritime history and creative atmosphere. A working waterfront, nearby beaches and sights such as Pendennis Castle give it an easy-going coastal character.

Day trip from Redruth to Penzance by ferry
Why visit Penzance for the day?
Penzance is a Cornish harbour town known for its promenade, mild climate and views across Mount's Bay. Its fishing heritage, art spaces and Georgian streets give it a relaxed coastal character.

Day trip from Redruth to St Ives by ferry
Why visit St Ives for the day?
St Ives is a Cornish seaside town known for its beaches, harbour and long artistic tradition. Narrow lanes, galleries and a working waterfront give it a creative but grounded feel.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Redruth
Travel to Redruth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Plymouth to Redruth.

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Redruth:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Redruth costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Redruth take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 42m.
- Around 10 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Plymouth and Redruth as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Plymouth station (PLY) and arrive in Redruth station (RED).
- Coaches mostly depart from Plymouth, Coach Station and arrive in Redruth, Railway Station.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Redruth by coach.
- Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Redruth by train.
- 2 direct coaches per day with National Express, FlixBus.
- 10 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
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