The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
3 h 52 m
Buses on 09 Sept
3
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 3 buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR), including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.
15:302h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£131One-way0 changes
20:106h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£131One-way0 changes
14:302h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£181One-way0 changes
15:302h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£131One-way0 changes
14:302h45Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£181One-way0 changes
20:106h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:15Middlesbrough station (MBR)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 139 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR):
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Middlesbrough station (MBR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 6m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus.
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.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) coaches for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 17:15 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 18:15 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h00 | 2:15 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h01 | 3:00 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 139 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Bee Network from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR)You can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) with National Express, Megabus, Bee Network for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Middlesbrough station (MBR) by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Middlesbrough station (MBR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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