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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 29
$42
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$51
Fastest journey on Oct 29
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
3 h 21 m
Trains on Oct 29
25
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 to Middlesbrough will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Middlesbrough without transferring at least 2 times.
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Trains from Manchester to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 2h 6m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Middlesbrough.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Middlesbrough trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G16307 · TP274900 · C24909+ C32318 | Delayed 11:46 AM 11:46 AMManchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24869 · TP273400 · C24924+ C32352 | Delayed 4:45 PM 4:45 PMManchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 8:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G16016 · TP272700 · N03310 | 7:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h22 | 10:37 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C24432+ C32270 · C32373+ G80274 | Delayed 7:52 PM 7:31 PMManchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h39 | 11:10 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
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C24567 · TP276600 · N03334 | 6:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h24 | 9:39 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G16311 · TP276400 · C24892+ C32289 | 6:44 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h44 | 10:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G15888 · TP276300 · N03333 | 7:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 10:36 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G16356 · TP276100 · C24895+ C32291 | 7:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 11:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G15897 · TP276000 · N03332 | 8:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 11:36 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G15879 · TP275800 · G15861+ C32294 | 8:45 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h44 | 12:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G15896 · TP275700 · N03331 | 9:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h20 | 12:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
P00051 · TP275500 · G15862+ C32300 | 9:45 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 1:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24590 · TP275400 · N03330 | 10:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 1:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C24495 · TP275200 · C24904+ C32308 | 10:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 2:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24597 · TP275100 · N03329 | 11:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 2:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G16307 · TP274900 · C24909+ C32318 | 11:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G16000 · TP274800 · N03328 | 12:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h20 | 3:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G16314 · TP274600 · G15955+ C32326 | 12:46 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 4:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24608 · TP274500 · N03327 | 1:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 4:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
P00053 · TP274400+ C32332+ G80241 | 1:46 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 5:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G16023 · TP274200 · N03326 | 2:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 5:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
G15868 · TP274000 · G15950+ C32339 | 2:46 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 6:29 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24619 · TP273900 · N03325 | 3:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 6:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C24526 · TP273700 · G15948+ C32345 | 3:46 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h42 | 7:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
G16020 · TP273600 · N03324 | 4:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h21 | 7:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C24869 · TP273400 · C24924+ C32352 | 4:45 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h43 | 8:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24631 · TP273300 · N03323 | 5:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h24 | 8:39 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
C24538 · TP273100 · G15988+ C32360 | 5:45 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h41 | 9:26 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
C24637 · TP273000 · N03311 | 6:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 3h22 | 9:37 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Middlesbrough with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, and CrossCountry. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express and Grand Central Trains. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Middlesbrough Railway Station -> Middlesbrough Bus Station
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Middlesbrough trains use the Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at James Cook Hospital. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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.
Check train stations information for Manchester and Middlesbrough, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.