4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool for Middlesbrough on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
9:54 AM3h42Liverpool1:36 PMMiddlesbrough$491One-way0 transfers- 12:24 PM3h21Liverpool3:45 PMMiddlesbrough$531One-way0 transfers
- 6:54 AM3h42Liverpool10:36 AMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
- 10:24 AM4h12Liverpool2:36 PMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
- 7:25 AM4h10Liverpool11:35 AMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
- 12:24 PM3h21Liverpool3:45 PMMiddlesbrough$531One-way0 transfers
- 8:54 AM3h41Liverpool12:35 PMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
- 6:54 AM3h42Liverpool10:36 AMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
- 9:54 AM3h42Liverpool1:36 PMMiddlesbrough$491One-way0 transfers
- 7:25 AM4h10Liverpool11:35 AMMiddlesbrough$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. 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 $13, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Middlesbrough costing on average $60 (€49).
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 8m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.42 (€-8.54). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Middlesbrough trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15861+ C32294 | On time 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 12:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
| G15862+C32300 | On time 9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 1:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
| C24904 · G16000 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h42 | 2:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
| C24904+C32308 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 2:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
| C24909 · C24608 | On time 11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h42 | 3:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
| C24909+C32318 | On time 11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Middlesbrough trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Middlesbrough from $13 (€11). 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 Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Most Liverpool to Middlesbrough trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at South Bank. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: 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.
Getting to James Cook Hospital from Middlesbrough city centre
James Cook Hospital is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
James Cook Hospital train station facilities and services
James Cook Hospital has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at James Cook Hospital: Parking.
Accessibility
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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