Overview
In Old School RuneScape your home teleport is the spell or item that returns you to your personal spawn point. By default this is Lumbridge, but you can change it to many other locations once you meet the requirements. Changing your home teleport affects where you respawn after dying, where the teleport option takes you on the spellbook or familiar interface, and how you plan early-game travel. This evergreen guide explains reliable methods, requirements, costs, and alternatives so you can choose the setup that best fits your account and playstyle.
Understanding Home Teleport Options
Home teleports in OSRS include both spells and a familiar that can serve as your respawn point. Each option has level requirements, setup steps, and ongoing costs. Choosing the right one depends on your combat level, preferred activities, and what you are willing to pay or grind to unlock it. Below are the main options explained as verified, lasting approaches rather than temporary or time-limited features.
Lumbridge Home Teleport (Default)
At the start of every account you are set to Lumbridge as your home teleport. For free players and new players this is the simplest and safest option. It requires no setup and no ongoing cost. The main downside is that Lumbridge is relatively far from many mid- to late-game areas, which increases travel time as you progress.
Varrock Teleport (Standard Spell)
Varrock Teleport becomes available at level 31 Magic. It requires a nature rune and a law rune per cast, and it can be boosted with items like a weighted gloves or a magic pouch. To make Varrock your home teleport you must cast the spell while standing in Varrock, which sets your home location to that city. The ongoing cost per cast remains fixed regardless of market prices, so it is predictable for budgeting.
Falador Teleport
Falador Teleport also requires level 31 Magic and uses a nature rune plus a law rune per cast. You cast it while in Falador to set your home there. It is useful for players who prefer the Crafting Guild proximity, resources south of Falador, or the safer border area for early combat practice. Like Varrock, the per-cast cost is consistent and does not depend on volatile market items.
Home Teleport from a Familiar
Instead of a spell you can use a familiar to set your home teleport. The most common approach is to use the Spirit terrorbird, which has the ability Spirit Mail. With a Spirit terrorbird equipped and Spirit Mail activated, right-clicking the bird and selecting "Teleport" sends you to your designated home location. This method saves runes and can be convenient in the mid- to late-game.
Other Notable Home Teleport Options
Additional options include Camulet for Camdozaal, Kourend teleport tablets, and other location-specific teleports. Some are quest-locked, some require construction or slayer progress, and some are tablet-based rather than spell-based. While useful, the three most common long-term choices remain Lumbridge, Varrock, and Falador because they are available early, stable, and inexpensive over time.
Requirements and How to Set Each Option
Setting a new home teleport is straightforward but varies by method. For spells you must be standing in the city you want as your home when you cast the spell for the first time. For familiars you must unlock the familiar, obtain the necessary items or slayer assignment, and then activate the teleport ability from the familiar interface. Below is a concise reference table summarizing key numeric requirements and steps.
| Home Teleport Method | Requirements | How to Set as Home | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumbridge Home Teleport (Default) | None (available from start) | No action needed; it is automatic | Free and always available |
| Varrock Teleport Spell | Level 31 Magic | Cast the spell while standing in Varrock | Cost per cast: 1 nature rune + 1 law rune |
| Falador Teleport Spell | Level 31 Magic | Cast the spell while standing in Falador | Cost per cast: 1 nature rune + 1 law rune |
| Spirit Terrorbird (Familiar) | Unlocked via Slayer; requires Spirit terrorbird and Spirit Mail | Activate Spirit Mail, equip the bird, and use its teleport option | Saves runes; travel to POH or configured home |
Costs and Practical Considerations
Ongoing costs for home teleport spells are rune-based and independent of player economy, which makes budgeting simple. Using a familiar such as the Spirit terrorbird shifts part of the cost to slayer tasks and construction for a POH setup. Consider your access to runes, Magic level, and whether you prefer a simple spell or a more flexible familiar-based approach. Travel convenience, teleport range, and whether you need a stable spawn near key areas should guide your choice.
- Spell-based teleports: predictable per-cast cost, quick to use, low setup time
- Familiar-based options: higher initial setup, rune savings over time, more flexible location if you own a POH
- Default Lumbridge: always available and safe, but slower to reach endgame areas
Complementary Systems and Strategies
Your choice of home teleport interacts with other quality-of-life systems such as POH portals, the lunar spellbook, and slayer teleport tablets. Planning your teleport setup alongside these systems can reduce travel time and improve efficiency. For example, using a Spirit terrorbird alongside a well-placed POH portal can give you rapid access to both a safe spawn and key training areas.
Summary
Changing your home teleport in Old School RuneScape is a permanent-seeming adjustment that you can update anytime to suit your playstyle. The most common and reliable choices are the default Lumbledge teleport, the Varrock and Falador teleports at level 31 Magic, and the Spirit terrorbird familiar. Consider your Magic level, rune supply, slayer progress, and where you spend most of your time when deciding. Once set, your home teleport determines where you respawn and where you appear when using that teleport, making it a core part of travel planning in OSRS.
FAQ
Reader questions
Can I change my home teleport more than once?
Yes, you can change your home teleport as often as you like by casting the desired teleport spell or using a familiar ability in the corresponding city. There is no limit to how many times you can update it, so you can adapt your spawn point to your current activities.
Do I lose anything if I change my home teleport?
No, you do not lose items or progress when changing your home teleport. The change only updates your spawn location. Note that if you die, you will respawn at your current home teleport unless you used a different teleport method at the time of death, such as a ring of life or a player-owned house portal.
Are there teleport alternatives that are not home teleports?
Yes, there are many other teleport methods such as POH portals, skill teleports, quest-locked teleports, and item-based teleports. Those serve different purposes and can coexist with your chosen home teleport. Use them when they offer faster access or special benefits for specific activities.