The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Middlesbrough will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton for Middlesbrough on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 408 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 6 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.
8:00 AM6h29Southampton2:29 PMMiddlesbrough$1501One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM7h06Southampton4:36 PMMiddlesbrough$1691One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM6h29Southampton2:29 PMMiddlesbrough$1501One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM7h06Southampton4:36 PMMiddlesbrough$1691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Southampton to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 253 miles (408 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $261 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $110 (€90) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Middlesbrough costing on average $160 (€131).
A bus is $211 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Middlesbrough costing on average $261 (€214).
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 37m.
Bus takes on average 9h 8m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (4h 37m by train vs 5h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $160 (€131) compared to roughly $105 (€86) 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.
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.
Live departures
Southampton to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Middlesbrough trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Southampton | 6h29 | 2:29 PM Middlesbrough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Southampton | 7h06 | 4:36 PM Middlesbrough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Middlesbrough
Trains from Southampton to Middlesbrough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $108 (€89) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 253 miles (408 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€89) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Middlesbrough trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Middlesbrough from $31 (€25). 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 Southampton to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Middlesbrough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- 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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