Ultimate Mining Training Guide for RuneScape P2P

Mining is one of the most essential skills in RuneScape, particularly for players who are looking to gather resources, earn gold, or prepare for high-level smithing and crafting. This guide is designed specifically for P2P (Pay-to-Play) players who have access to all the available resources, locations, and tools in the game. Whether you are a new player or a seasoned veteran, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the best methods to train your Mining skill efficiently from level 1 to 99.

Understanding Mining

Before diving into the training methods, it's crucial to understand how Mining works in RuneScape. Mining involves extracting ores, gems, and other resources from rocks. The higher your Mining level, the more types of ores you can extract and the faster you can mine them. The experience you gain from Mining depends on the type of ore you are mining and your level of Mining.

Mining experience can be greatly enhanced by using certain equipment, boosts, and by choosing optimal locations. In P2P, you have access to a wider variety of resources, including powerful pickaxes, special mining areas, and several boosts that can significantly increase your experience per hour.

Mining Equipment

1. Pickaxes

   • Bronze/Iron Pickaxe: Level 1 Mining required. Basic starter pickaxes.
   • Steel Pickaxe: Level 6 Mining required. Slightly faster than Bronze/Iron.
   • Mithril Pickaxe: Level 21 Mining required. Good for mid-level players.
   • Adamant Pickaxe: Level 31 Mining required. A solid choice until Rune Pickaxe.
   • Rune Pickaxe: Level 41 Mining required. The go-to pickaxe for most players.
   • Dragon Pickaxe: Level 61 Mining required. Best pickaxe for efficiency. Can be obtained through Wilderness bosses or the Grand Exchange.
   • Infernal Pickaxe: Combines the power of the Dragon Pickaxe with the ability to smelt ores while mining.

2. Mining Outfits

   • Prospector Kit: Provides a small experience bonus when worn. It can be purchased from the Motherlode Mine.

3. Mining Urns

   • Strong Mining Urn: Automatically collects ore fragments while mining, which can be teleported for additional experience.

Training Methods

1. Levels 1-15: Copper/Tin Ore

   • Location: Lumbridge Swamp, Varrock South-East Mine.
   • Experience per Hour: 5,000-10,000 XP.
   • Mining Copper and Tin is the best way to start your journey. These ores are abundant and respawn quickly, making it easy to reach level 15 in a short time.

2. Levels 15-30: Iron Ore

   • Location: Al Kharid Mine, Mining Guild.
   • Experience per Hour: 35,000-50,000 XP.
   • Iron ore is a staple for Mining training. It provides decent experience, and with no requirement for banking, you can power mine (dropping ores) for maximum XP.

3. Levels 30-40: Coal Ore

   • Location: Mining Guild, Barbarian Village Mine.
   • Experience per Hour: 50,000-60,000 XP.
   • Coal becomes available at level 30 and is a significant step up from Iron. You’ll want to mine in areas where the rocks are close together for efficiency.

4. Levels 40-55: Gold Ore

   • Location: Crafting Guild, Karamja Volcano.
   • Experience per Hour: 60,000-70,000 XP.
   • Gold ore offers higher experience than coal and is particularly profitable when banking the ores. The Crafting Guild is an excellent spot if you have access to it.

5. Levels 55-70: Mithril Ore

   • Location: Mining Guild, Shilo Village.
   • Experience per Hour: 70,000-80,000 XP.
   • Mithril is slightly slower to mine than gold, but it offers better experience rates as you level up. Shilo Village is ideal for this stage, especially with a bank nearby.

6. Levels 70-85: Adamantite Ore

   • Location: Resource Area in the Wilderness, Lletya.
   • Experience per Hour: 80,000-90,000 XP.
   • Adamantite ores are valuable and provide good experience. Mining in the Wilderness Resource Area offers more risk but also more reward, with fast respawn rates and higher XP gains.

7. Levels 85-99: Runite Ore

   • Location: Heroes' Guild, Wilderness Resource Area.
   • Experience per Hour: 90,000-100,000 XP.
   • Runite ores are the most valuable ores in the game and provide the best experience for high-level miners. Be cautious when mining in the Wilderness due to player killers.

Alternative Training Methods

1. Motherlode Mine (Level 30+)

   • Location: Dwarven Mine.
   • Experience per Hour: 30,000-60,000 XP.
   • The Motherlode Mine offers a more relaxed training method where you collect pay-dirt and clean it for ores. It’s a slower method but provides consistent experience and the opportunity to earn the Prospector Kit.

2. Blast Mine (Level 75+)

   • Location: Lovakengj House on Zeah.
   • Experience per Hour: 80,000-120,000 XP.
   • The Blast Mine is a minigame-style activity that offers high experience rates and the chance to mine ores above your level. It’s a bit more complex, requiring dynamite and careful planning, but the rewards are substantial.

3. Volcanic Mine (Level 70+)

   • Location: Fossil Island.
   • Experience per Hour: 100,000-150,000 XP.
   • The Volcanic Mine is a group activity that offers some of the best Mining experience in the game. You’ll need to work with other players to keep the volcano stable while mining the volcanic rock.

Experience Boosts

1. Varrock Armour (1-4)

   • Provides a chance to mine two ores at once, granting extra experience.

2. Dragon Pickaxe Special Attack

   • Increases your Mining level temporarily, allowing for faster mining.

3. Mining Skill Cape

   • Once you reach level 99, the Mining Skill Cape allows you to teleport to the Mining Guild, providing quick access to high-level ores.

4. Sacred Clay Pickaxe

   • Doubles the experience gained for a limited time, available from the Stealing Creation minigame.

Profitable Mining

Mining can also be a great way to make money, especially at higher levels. Here are some ores that can provide significant profits:

1. Runite Ore: Always in high demand due to its use in crafting Rune items.
2. Adamantite Ore: Commonly used in Smithing, providing a steady income.
3. Gold Ore: Used in crafting and alchemy, making it a profitable choice.

Conclusion

Training Mining in RuneScape can be a rewarding endeavor, both in terms of experience and profit. By following the methods outlined in this guide, you’ll be well on your way to achieving level 99 Mining. Remember, the key to efficient training is to balance experience gain with profit, and to take advantage of the best tools and locations available in P2P. Happy mining!