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MIMA, Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art
Major contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, public art, and Teesside links, making it the town's cultural flagship.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
€51
Average ticket price on Oct 30
€68
Fastest journey on Oct 30
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
2 h 43 m
Trains on Oct 30
19
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Middlesbrough will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Bradford to Middlesbrough without transferring at least 2 times.
TP276700 · G15866+
L89531 · C32287
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G89146+
TP283500 · W84938
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TP276100 · C24895+
L89539 · C32291
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TP276000 · N03332+
C32896
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TP276600 · N03334+
C32868
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TP275400 · N03330+
G89204
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TP275700 · N03331+
G89199
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TP275100 · N03329+
G89210
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TP273900 · N03325+
G89227
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TP274500 · N03327+
G89219
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Trains from Bradford to Middlesbrough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bradford to Middlesbrough.
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Middlesbrough trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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TP276700 · G15866+ C32287 · L89531 | On time 6:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 9:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C32868+ TP276600 · N03334 | 6:54 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h45 | 9:39 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
TP276100 · C24895+ C32291 · L89539 | On time 8:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 11:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
TP276000 · N03332+ C32896 | 8:32 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 3h04 | 11:36 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C02172+ TP275800 · G15861+ C32294 | 9:37 AM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h52 | 12:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G89199+ TP275700 · N03331 | On time 9:53 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h42 | 12:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
TP275500 · G15862+ L89554 · C32300 | 10:31 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 1:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
TP275400 · N03330+ G89204 | 10:54 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h42 | 1:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G89210+ TP275100 · N03329 | On time 11:53 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h43 | 2:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
L89579+ TP274900 · C24909+ C32318 | On time 12:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
TP274900 · N03328+ L89579 | On time 12:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h04 | 3:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C02120+ TP274600 · G15955+ C32326 | 1:37 PM Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) | 2h51 | 4:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
TP274500 · N03327+ G89219 | On time 1:53 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h43 | 4:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
L89597+ TP274300 · G15953+ C32332 | On time 2:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 5:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G89223+ TP274200 · N03326 | On time 2:52 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h44 | 5:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G89227+ TP273900 · N03325 | On time 3:53 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h43 | 6:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
L89607+ TP273700 · N03324 | On time 4:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h05 | 7:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
L89607+ TP273700 · G15948+ C32345 | On time 4:31 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 2h57 | 7:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
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Major contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, public art, and Teesside links, making it the town's cultural flagship.
Interactive local history museum in Stewart Park, best known as the birthplace of Captain Cook and for family-friendly displays.
Specialist railroad museum at Preston Park displaying the story of the Stockton and Darlington Railway with engines and archives.
Large park with lakes, woodland, and the Captain Cook museum, ideal for family walks, wildlife, and relaxed outdoor time.
Popular hilltop viewpoint on the edge of town, known for panoramic Teesside views, woodland trails, and the Captain Cook monument.
Central public square framed by civic buildings, events, and public art; a practical starting point for exploring the town centre.
The Teesside version of the parmo: breaded chicken or pork topped with béchamel and cheese, then grilled. It is the area's best-known takeaway classic.
A soft white bun split and filled with pease pudding, ham or other savoury fillings. Common across North East England and still familiar on Teesside.
Rich beef stew slow-cooked with ale, often linked to Yorkshire and the North East. A hearty pub staple suited to the region's industrial heritage.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant by Tommy Banks inside a historic pub. Known for seasonal Yorkshire produce and polished but relaxed fine dining.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in Yarm with steaks, seafood and classics. Smart, lively setting popular for reliable special-occasion dining.
Established gastro pub in Nunthorpe serving hearty British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a stylish but approachable local setting.
More affordable than larger UK cities, with cheaper hotels, meals, and local transport for most visitors.
Service is often included only at some restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Most Bradford to Middlesbrough trains use the Bradford Interchange to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at James Cook Hospital. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: 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.
James Cook Hospital is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
James Cook Hospital has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at James Cook Hospital: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at James Cook Hospital: 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.
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