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 $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. 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 $40, while a flight costs an average of $408.

Distance: 216 miles (349 km)

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Driving

$40

Average price

Cheapest

$123

Average price

$408

Average price

$106

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

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30m

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3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

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30m

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3h 45m

Average total duration

1h 45m

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2h 0m

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4h 52m

Average total duration

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0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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1.0 - 2.1kg

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CO2 emissions

National Express

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London North Eastern Railway

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British Airways

Most popular airline

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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 $40 (€34).

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

A bus is $83 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Middlesbrough costing on average $123 (€103).

A bus is $369 (€309) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Middlesbrough costing on average $408 (€342).

The fastest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 45m.

Bus takes on average 6h 36m.

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 $40 (€34) compared to roughly $106 (€89) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€56). The journey takes 6h 6m 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
    7:00 AM5h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX426
    7:00 AM5h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA1340
    8:45 PM1h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:50 PMNewcastle Airport
    $2421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • London North Eastern RailwayC02010+Northern RailG85841
    7:33 AM3h16
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    10:49 AMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Grand Central TrainsC00217+Northern RailC32291
    7:48 AM3h40
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    11:28 AMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $891One-way
    1 transfer
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80228+Northern RailC32318
    12:03 PM3h25
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    3:28 PMMiddlesbrough station (MBR)
    $941One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX598
    10:00 PM5h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:55 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX426
    5:00 PM6h25
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:25 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX561 · NX172
    7:00 PM8h15
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    3:15 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1326
    7:05 AM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    8:15 AMNewcastle Airport
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1336
    10:10 AM1h15
    London Heathrow Airport
    11:25 AMNewcastle Airport
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1338
    6:35 PM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:45 PMNewcastle Airport
    $3081One-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 $40 (€34).

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

A bus is $83 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Middlesbrough costing on average $123 (€103).

A bus is $369 (€309) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Middlesbrough costing on average $408 (€342).

The fastest way to travel from London to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 45m.

Bus takes on average 6h 36m.

The distance from London to Middlesbrough is approximately 216 miles (349 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Middlesbrough is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 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 National Express, FlixBus to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways, Loganair to go to Middlesbrough by flight.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway 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, FlixBus.
  • 5 direct flights per day with British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from London to Middlesbrough often also extend their vacation to go to Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Darlington station (DAR), York station (YRK). 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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