How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Middlesbrough start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Middlesbrough is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Middlesbrough route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

The earliest train from Manchester to Middlesbrough departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Manchester to Middlesbrough from £19

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Middlesbrough on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:49	Manchester Oxford Road	6h 45m	06:34	Middlesbrough	Cheapest
	Train	23:49	Manchester Oxford Road	6h 45m	06:34	Middlesbrough	Fastest

Next departures from Manchester to Middlesbrough on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Manchester Victoria	2h 23m	09:38	Middlesbrough	Cheapest
Train	17:15	Manchester Victoria	2h 21m	19:36	Middlesbrough	Fastest
Train	07:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	10:37	Middlesbrough	No tags
Train	07:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	10:37	Middlesbrough	No tags
Train	08:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	11:37	Middlesbrough	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Middlesbrough on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Manchester Victoria	2h 23m	09:38	Middlesbrough	Cheapest
Train	17:15	Manchester Victoria	2h 20m	19:35	Middlesbrough	Fastest
Train	07:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	10:37	Middlesbrough	No tags
Train	07:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	10:37	Middlesbrough	No tags
Train	08:44	Manchester Airport	2h 53m	11:37	Middlesbrough	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 20:29 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Middlesbrough

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Middlesbrough. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

86 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £55	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £122	Average duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £17	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £20

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Middlesbrough by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Middlesbrough?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Middlesbrough start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Middlesbrough?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Middlesbrough is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Middlesbrough route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Middlesbrough?
The earliest train from Manchester to Middlesbrough departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£38

10/12

£38

Today

£38

12/12

£38

13/12

£29

14/12

No data

15/12

£20

16/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Middlesbrough was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Middlesbrough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £117 for a train ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-16.