It takes an average of 2h 51m to travel from London to Middlesbrough by train, over a distance of around 217 miles (349 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from London to Middlesbrough and tickets for this journey start from £30.20 when you book in advance.
First train | 14:27 | |
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Last train | 15:27 | |
Departure station | London | |
Arrival station | Middlesbrough | |
Journey time | From 2h 51m | |
Distance | 217 miles (349 km) | |
Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £30.20 | |
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Considering taking the train from London to Middlesbrough? Start your journey here!
Generally, the journey from London to Middlesbrough takes around 2h 53m, with LNER’S ultra-modern Azuma trains now running direct just once on this route each day. There’s also an option to get the train from London Kings Cross to York or Darlington, before jumping on a connecting train to Middlesbrough. Once you’ve found a seat, all you need to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the free amenities offered on board, including power sockets, extra legroom and free WiFi.
As soon as you’ve arrived in Middlesbrough you can start to explore the town and all it has to offer. Head to the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art to discover contemporary art, or make your way to Dorman Museum to uncover fascinating local history.
Keen to book your train tickets from London to Middlesbrough? Start your trip now with our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to save money when booking your train tickets, travel at Off-Peak times. Also, if you have a Railcard you can save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
If you’d like to find out more about travelling by train from London to Middlesbrough, continue reading for tips on how to find cheaper train tickets, as well as our timetable where you’ll find first and last train times.
The average journey time by train between London and Middlesbrough is 2 hours and 51 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from London to Middlesbrough is 2 hours and 51 minutes.
Train ticket prices from London to Middlesbrough can start from as little as £30.20 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Middlesbrough without having to change trains. There are 2 direct trains from London to Middlesbrough each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from London to Middlesbrough leaves at 14:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from London to Middlesbrough leaves at 15:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from London to Middlesbrough cover a distance of around 217 miles (349 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Middlesbrough to London.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Middlesbrough is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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