The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Middlesbrough will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Middlesbrough every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 349 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£94 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £246 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Middlesbrough trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C40971+ L36839 | On time 09:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h04 | 12:37 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change | |
C14498+ G91637 | On time 10:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h49 | 12:49 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change | |
C40974+ L36845 | On time 10:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h04 | 13:37 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change | |
Y11889+ L36850 | On time 11:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h04 | 14:37 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change | |
Y11892+ L36856 | On time 12:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h03 | 15:37 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Middlesbrough
Trains from London to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 349 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 349 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 03:44 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, Lumo from London to Middlesbrough trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, Lumo trains will get you between London and Middlesbrough from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Middlesbrough
In its heyday, Middlesbrough was the hub of Teesside industry. These days it's a city in transition, still celebrating its industrial heritage and still retaining its rail links with the capital. Although there are no direct trains from London to Middlesbrough, visitors can use frequent services on the East Coast Main Line, with one change en route to reach Middlesbrough. Connections are available seven days a week, with journey times averaging just over three hours. Departures are available from early morning to mid-evening.
Which train companies travel from London to Middlesbrough?
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) departures from London King's Cross connect with Northern Rail services at Darlington or First Transpennine Express departures at Northallerton or York for onward travel to Middlesbrough. In addition, Grand Central Trains services from King's Cross connect at Eaglescliffe with Northern Rail trains to Middlesbrough.
How long is the train from London to Middlesbrough?
The fastest connection to Middlesbrough is the Grand Central Trains late afternoon departure from King's Cross via Eaglescliffe, which takes two hours and 57 minutes to complete the 255-mile trip from London. Most LNER services to Middlesbrough via York or Darlington take ten to 20 minutes longer to cover the route.
How many trains are there from London to Middlesbrough?
LNER trains from London King's Cross to Middlesbrough via Darlington, Northallerton or York depart from early morning every half hour throughout the day until the final direct service at 8:00 p.m. Grand Central Trains connections via Eaglescliffe operate twice a day, in the morning and late afternoon. Sunday schedules are less frequent, with a first departure from London at 9:00 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Middlesbrough?
Departure train station: London King's Cross Station is located north of central London, with public transport links including six lines on the London Underground and city bus routes stopping on Euston Road. The station concourse offers supermarkets, international restaurants, the Harry Potter gift shop, bookshops, coffee shops, free WiFi and taxi stands.
Arrival train station: Middlesbrough Station is located in the town centre, served by city routes with stops close to the station entrance on Cleveland Street and Bridge Street West. Passenger facilities at the station include a cafe, vending machines, WiFi and taxi ranks.
FAQs: London to Middlesbrough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Middlesbrough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:05 Saturday 07:40 - 14:40 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platform 2
- Storage location: Cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Access to platform 1 (to London) via side ramp. Steps to platform 2 (to Sutton). Assistance Meeting Point is the station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Adjacent to the station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped access to the platforms, with a dropped kerb from the car park onto the platforms.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop near the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off in the bus laybys on Ladgate Lane, station side for Nunthorpe, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
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