- Recommended
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 05 Sept
£75
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£113
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 49 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Middlesbrough will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
To travel from Leicester to Middlesbrough you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C32300Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. 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 coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 216 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Middlesbrough:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Middlesbrough costing on average £69.
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 6m.
Tickets start at around £69 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-28.83. The journey takes 2h 56m versus 2h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Middlesbrough trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01057+ C24585+ W70946 | 8:07 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h31 | 11:38 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
G00804+ C01937+ C32294 | 8:13 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h16 | 12:29 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
G01059+ C24590+ W70951 | 9:07 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h31 | 12:38 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
G00799+ G80218+ C32300 | 9:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h16 | 13:28 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
G01061+ C03169+ W70957 | 10:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h32 | 13:38 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
G00807+ G80222+ C32308 | 10:12 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h17 | 14:29 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Leicester to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 20:07 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Middlesbrough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Middlesbrough trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Middlesbrough trains use the Leicester to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at James Cook Hospital. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
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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