The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Middlesbrough on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.
C26820 · C26223 · C26402+
Y02542
C26853
C27294 · C26399+
Y06692
C26820 · C26402+
Y02542
C26847
C26853
C26847
C26820 · C26223 · C26402+
Y02542
C27294 · C26399+
Y06692
C26820 · C26402+
Y02542Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€41 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 PM Manchester Airport | 3h36 | 8:24 PM Middlesbrough | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
C26820 · C26223 · C26402+ Y02542 | On time 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h19 | 11:23 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C26820 · C26402+ Y02542 | On time 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h19 | 11:23 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C26820 · C26223+ C23204+ Y02542 | On time 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h19 | 11:23 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C26853 | On time 8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 11:37 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C27294 · C26399+ Y06692 | On time 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h19 | 12:23 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C26847 | On time 9:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h53 | 12:37 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
Trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 18:44 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Middlesbrough from $14 (€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 Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough
- 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.
- 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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