How to travel from London to Middlesbrough

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Middlesbrough 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €120.

Distance: 216 miles (349 km)

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Driving

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€64

Average price

€120

Average price

€89

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 5m

Average total duration

5h 35m

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30m

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3h 42m

Average total duration

3h 12m

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30m

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3h 14m

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Fastest

1h 14m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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1.0 - 2.1kg

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National Express

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London North Eastern Railway

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British Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is a bus with an average price of €21.

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

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Middlesbrough costing on average €64.

A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Middlesbrough costing on average €120.

The fastest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 42m.

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Middlesbrough including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London to Middlesbrough among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €68. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from London to Middlesbrough

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

Our recommendation

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

  • National ExpressNX426
    5:30 PM6h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:40 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX426
    5:30 PM6h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:40 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA1340
    8:50 PM1h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:55 PMNewcastle Airport
    1971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National ExpressNX426
    7:00 AM5h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX598
    10:00 PM5h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:55 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX426
    2:30 PM6h25
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    8:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1326
    8:00 AM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:10 AMNewcastle Airport
    2531One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1338
    6:25 PM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:35 PMNewcastle Airport
    5571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Middlesbrough.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Middlesbrough including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is a bus with an average price of €21.

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

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Middlesbrough costing on average €64.

A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Middlesbrough costing on average €120.

The fastest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 42m.

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

The distance from London to Middlesbrough is approximately 216 miles (349 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Middlesbrough is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Middlesbrough:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Newcastle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Kings Cross (KGX) and arrive in Middlesbrough station (MBR).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Middlesbrough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Middlesbrough by flight.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains to go to Middlesbrough by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Middlesbrough with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Omio customers who travel from London to Middlesbrough often also extend their vacation to go to Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Birmingham, 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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