OSRS Herb Run Farming Guide:

Why Should I do Herb Runs OSRS?

OSRS Herb Runs are an efficient way to make money in Old School RuneScape. Each OSRS herb run can profit anywhere from 50k-100k and upwards depending on current prices. Herbs only take 80 minutes to grow fully, meaning you can do OSRS herb runs very frequently.

Each OSRS herb run only takes about five minutes to complete fully, sometimes even less if you have the most optimal teleports available. As early as level 32, you’ll be able to harvest one of the most profitable herbs in OSRS herb runs.

On top of the great, passive money, you’ll be getting some relatively decent Farming experience through OSRS herb runs. I’ve personally farmed herbs solely from levels 32-80 and made an incredible profit while training other skills. To put it simply, if you aren’t doing OSRS herb runs – you’re missing out on a great opportunity to make some easy money!

OSRS Herb Run Farming Guide Useful Quests & Unlocks:

Before we begin doing our OSRS Herb Runs, let’s take a look at some helpful resources that will allow us to do more efficient runs. Note that absolutely none of these are required, but will improve your profits and run speeds significantly in OSRS Herb Runs. Try to unlock as many of them as you can.

Magic Secateurs:

This is wieldable version of the Secateurs tool that you need to harvest herbs in OSRS Herb Runs. When wielded, it grants you a 10% bonus yield of herbs. This difference is crucial to getting more herbs during your OSRS Herb Runs. It is unlocked by completing the Fairytale I – Growing Pains quest.

Ultracompost:

When using Ultracompost on an herb patch in OSRS Herb Runs, you are guaranteed a minimum of six herbs. In addition to this, it will reduce the chance of your herbs being diseased by up to 90% per growth stage. This is super effective when farming any herbs that create a high profit and/or have expensive seeds in OSRS Herb Runs. The cheaper Supercompost can also be effective, but only use this on cheaper seeds.

OSRS Herb Run Graceful Armour:

OSRS Herb Runs will have you running around the map quite a bit. It’s best to have the lowest weight possible in order to allow your run energy to last longer. See this guide to find out more about Graceful and how to unlock it quickly for OSRS Herb Runs.

Ectophial:

If you plan on using the Port Phasmatys patch for OSRS Herb Runs, this item is almost necessary. It is unlocked by completing the Ghosts Ahoy quest. It allows you to easily teleport to the Ectofuntus Temple which is very close to the herb patch in the area.

Explorer’s Ring 2+:

Completion of the medium Lumbridge & Draynor diary will award you with this ring for OSRS Herb Runs. It allows you to teleport to the cabbage patch just south of the Falador herb patch up to three times per day. In addition to this, it can also restore half of your run energy two times per day. The Explorer’s Ring 3 will allow you to teleport an unlimited number of times in OSRS Herb Runs.

My Arm’s Big Adventure:

In order to use the Troll Stronghold patch for OSRS Herb Runs, you must complete the My Arm’s Big Adventure quest.

The Troll Stronghold patch is one of the most “out there” patches for OSRS Herb Runs. Completing the Edgar’s Ruse quest will allow you to teleport to a close location. If you do not have the Magic level to use the spell, you can modify house teleport tablets to redirect to Trollheim.

Level 25 Construction:

With this Construction level for OSRS Herb Runs, you can talk to an Estate Agent to change your house location to just outside of the Hosidius House. This is an easy way to access the herb patch in Great Kourend.

Stamina Potions:

If you have a low Agility level, no Graceful gear, or don’t have very many quick teleports unlocked for OSRS Herb Runs – these will help you greatly. It is completely worth using 1-2 doses per run if necessary, you will still make a profit and your runs will be much more efficient in OSRS Herb Runs.

OSRS Herb Run Patches:

In the world of OSRS, herb patches are a valuable resource for any player looking to make some quick cash. There are a total of 9 herb patches scattered around OSRS, and OSRS Herb runs can be done even if you can only access 4 of them quickly. Of course, some patches have higher requirements to access, but don’t worry!

South of Falador:

The South of Falador patch is easily accessible with the help of the Explorer’s Ring 2 cabbage patch teleport or a Falador teleport. If you do not have either of these items, you can use an Amulet of Glory to teleport to Draynor and run to the patch.

Catherby:

Catherby patch is one of the easiest to access; simply use a Camelot teleport and run east. If you’re using the Lunar Spellbook teleport, run north instead.

Troll Stronghold:

For the Troll Stronghold patch, use a Trollheim teleport to reach the top of the mountain. Then, use the Agility shortcuts to make your way down the west side, and follow the path north-west past the troll camp and into the Stronghold. Finally, head up the ladder inside to access the patch.

Hosidius:

Change your house location to Great Kourend for your OSRS Herb Run. Use a house teleport to quickly access this area. From here, run north until you reach the patch. Xeric’s Talisman is another good option here.

Harmony Island:

With completion of the Morytania Elite diaries, you can use the herb patch on Harmony Island during your OSRS Herb Run. A Harmony Island teleport tablet is the easiest way to access this area. The Arceuus spellbook also has a teleport, but requires at least 60% Arceuus favour as well as level 65 Magic.

Canifis:

Accessing this patch is only worth it during your OSRS Herb Run if you have the Ectophial unlocked. The run otherwise is too far/long to be worth your time. Use your Ectophial and run to the west until you reach the patch.

Ardougne:

If you have access to the Ardougne Cloak 2+ during your OSRS Herb Run, you can use the cape to teleport directly to the herb patch. Otherwise, the easiest method would be an Ardouge teleport, then run north to the patch.

Weiss:

Use the fairy ring network to teleport to code DKS for your OSRS Herb Run. Head west from here and speak to Larry to travel on his boat. When you arrive, head to the east and enter the cave. Continue south-west until you reach a boulder that can be crossed to reach the patch.

Farming Guild:

An herb patch is available in the tier 2 or higher Farming Guild during your OSRS Herb Run. It can be very easily accessed by the Farming Guild teleport on the Skills Necklace.

OSRS Herb Run Chart:

Once you have selected the locations you want to use and collected all the helpful gear, the next step is to choose which type of herb to plant during your OSRS Herb runs. Prices for herbs can vary, but the chart provided below will give you a good idea of what to plant. Keep in mind that some herbs may offer more experience but less money, while others may offer vice versa.

Even if you’re running herb patches for experience instead of pure profit, planting certain herbs can still be very beneficial for both. Profit calculations are based on the assumption that you are using Ultracompost and Magic Secateurs.

OSRS Herb Running:

You are now prepared to embark on your initial herb run! Your inventory ought to include herb seeds, one ultracompost per patch you intend to use, and all the necessary teleportation items. Additionally, bring along a spade, seed dibber, and rake in case any patches become overrun with weeds.

Be certain to apply compost to the disease-free patches as it will boost the yield! If you feel fatigued during your runs, consider packing a Stamina Potion.

Your route will differ depending on the patches you select. Personally, I recommend going from Ardougne -> Troll Stronghold -> Canifis -> Hosidius -> Catherby -> Falador.

When your inventory fills up with herbs, use the Tool Leprechaun to note them. This will save you an incredible amount of time by eliminating the need to go to the bank between each patch. Remember that grimy herbs are worth more money than cleaned herbs, so don’t clean them if you’re just in it for the profit. However, ironmen can benefit by cleaning them after harvesting, allowing them to avoid cleaning herbs in bulk later on.

For maximum profit, repeat your run every 80 minutes!