The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Middlesbrough will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Middlesbrough on Wed, Dec 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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 and bus for Birmingham to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€127 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Middlesbrough trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75377+ Y26341 | On time 8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h01 | 11:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
C75326+ L36840 | On time 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h32 | 12:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
C75387+ Y26349 | On time 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h01 | 1:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
C75330+ L36851 | On time 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h33 | 2:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
C75357+ Y26357 | On time 12:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h03 | 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
C75359+ L36863 | On time 1:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h08 | 4:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Middlesbrough
Trains from Birmingham to Middlesbrough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:48 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Middlesbrough trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Middlesbrough from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Middlesbrough
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 Friday 07:00 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: The public service bus stop outside station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
- 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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