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National Railway Museum
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 17
7
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to York will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 7 trains from Middlesbrough to York, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
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C24954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€27 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Middlesbrough to York:
A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Middlesbrough to York costing on average €27.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 9m by car). Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to York trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C31893+ G16018 | 5:50 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h11 | 7:01 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G15893 | On time 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h04 | 9:18 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32283+ G01180 | 8:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h09 | 9:34 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G85822+ C24952 | 8:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h08 | 10:01 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C03158 | On time 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h04 | 10:18 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32284+ W29873 | 9:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h13 | 10:38 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G85827+ C24954 | 9:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1h10 | 11:03 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Middlesbrough to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Immersive walk-through museum recreating Victorian streets, shops, and homes. Brilliant for understanding everyday life in historic York.
York's main city museum with archaeology, Roman finds, and local history. Set in beautiful gardens beside abbey ruins.
Narrow medieval street with overhanging timber-framed buildings and many independent shops. York's most famous and atmospheric lane.
Peaceful riverside gardens with abbey ruins, museum access, and lawns. Ideal for a scenic break amid York's historic core.
Grand civic street lined with historic buildings, gardens, and cultural sites. A key route for exploring the heart of York.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy, iconic across Yorkshire and a staple of the traditional Sunday roast.
York ham is a prized cured ham from the city, traditionally mild, tender, and often served thick-cut in sandwiches, salads, or classic British meals.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats and treacle, strongly linked to Yorkshire and especially eaten around Bonfire Night.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Tommy Banks, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant city-centre setting.
Beloved tearoom serving York rarebit, afternoon tea, and the famous fat rascal in an old-fashioned, bustling setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for very fresh fish, shellfish, and a smart but relaxed dining room in central York.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Middlesbrough to York trains use the Middlesbrough to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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