How to travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough

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Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $61.

Distance: 147 miles (237 km)

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$31

Average price

Cheapest

$61

Average price

5h 22m

Average total duration

4h 52m

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30m

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3h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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from Birmingham to Middlesbrough

How to get from Birmingham to Middlesbrough by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:10 AM5h50
    Birmingham
    5:00 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:10 AM5h50
    Birmingham
    5:00 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00710+Transpennine ExpressC24619
    2:28 PM3h08
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    5:36 PMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $961One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryG00716+Transpennine ExpressC24631
    4:25 PM3h11
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    7:36 PMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $961One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG00706+Transpennine ExpressG16023
    1:28 PM3h08
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    4:36 PMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $1641One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG00739+Transpennine ExpressC24597
    10:27 AM3h09
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    1:36 PMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $1641One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 AM6h05
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    5:00 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $321One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX131 · NX426
    6:45 AM6h10
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    12:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX131 · NX426
    5:30 PM5h55
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    11:25 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $381One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough

Travel to Middlesbrough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Middlesbrough.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Middlesbrough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Middlesbrough:

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Middlesbrough costing on average $61.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 22m.

The distance from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is approximately 147 miles (237 km).
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Middlesbrough is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Middlesbrough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Middlesbrough:
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Middlesbrough station (MBR).
  • Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Coach Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Middlesbrough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Cross Country to go to Middlesbrough by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Middlesbrough:
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Middlesbrough often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Sunderland. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Middlesbrough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Middlesbrough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore Middlesbrough's main attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to visit highlights such as the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Tees Transporter Bridge, and Albert Park.
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