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Dorman Museum
Main local history museum in attractive parkland, with displays on Teesside life, industry, and changing exhibitions for a rounded visit.
Cheapest price on 30 Oct
£110
Average ticket price on 30 Oct
£121
Fastest journey on 30 Oct
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 30 Oct
2 h 51 m
Trains on 30 Oct
11
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Middlesbrough will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Derby to Middlesbrough you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Derby to Middlesbrough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 21:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Derby to Middlesbrough.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Middlesbrough trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G66987+ N03332 | 8:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h51 | 11:36 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 1 change | |
G80211+ W84665+ C21769+ C32294 | 9:31 Derby station (DBY) | 2h58 | 12:29 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 changes | |
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Main local history museum in attractive parkland, with displays on Teesside life, industry, and changing exhibitions for a rounded visit.
Contemporary art gallery known for modern exhibitions, installations, and events, making it a key cultural stop in the town centre.
Local museum in historic grounds, featuring social history collections, period displays, and family-friendly exhibits in a calm setting.
Large public park with lakes, woodland, and open lawns, popular for walks, wildlife, and a relaxing break close to the town centre.
Town-centre square and public space framed by civic buildings, often used for events and a practical starting point for exploring Middlesbrough.
Riverside path and green corridor linking industry, river views, and wildlife, well suited to a walk that shows another side of Teesside.
A Teesside staple of minced beef and onions baked in pastry. It is a traditional North-East working-class pie still loved in local bakeries.
Parmo is Middlesbrough’s signature takeaway: breaded chicken or pork topped with béchamel sauce and cheese, then grilled. It is the town’s best-known local dish.
A North-East comfort food made with pease pudding spread in a stottie, often with ham. It is strongly associated with local lunches and bakery counters.
Popular independent steakhouse known for quality beef, hearty portions and a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
Refined restaurant in Acklam Hall offering modern British cooking in elegant historic surroundings.
Stylish Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and modern small plates in a lively, contemporary atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, with good value casual dining and affordable buses.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if service is not included. Round up or add £1-2 for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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Middlesbrough station -> Middlesbrough Town Centre
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Middlesbrough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

Most Derby to Middlesbrough trains use the Derby to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at James Cook Hospital. Use this guide to compare Derby and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: 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.
James Cook Hospital is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
James Cook Hospital has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at James Cook Hospital: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at James Cook Hospital: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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