The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Middlesbrough will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Middlesbrough on Tue, Nov 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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 Carlisle to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a bus costs an average of €50.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carlisle to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Middlesbrough trains for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:20 AM Carlisle | 3h08 | 10:28 AM Middlesbrough | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Middlesbrough
Trains from Carlisle to Middlesbrough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€18) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 20:09 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Carlisle to Middlesbrough trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Carlisle and Middlesbrough from $21 (€18). 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 Carlisle to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Middlesbrough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
- 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.
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