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Outbound fromCrewe to Middlesbrough by train
It takes an average of 4h 37m to travel from Crewe to Middlesbrough by train, over a distance of around 114 miles (183 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Crewe to Middlesbrough and tickets for this journey start from £43.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | Crewe | |
| Arrival station | Middlesbrough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 26m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (183 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43.30 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Crewe to Middlesbrough in 3 hours 26 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Crewe to Middlesbrough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 37 minutes to travel the 114 miles (183 km) from Crewe to Middlesbrough by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 32 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Middlesbrough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Crewe to Middlesbrough in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £43.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Middlesbrough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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