Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h 24 m

Average duration

3 h 53 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Middlesbrough every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.

TransPennine Express
07:543h40
Manchester Airport
11:34Middlesbrough
£321One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
07:443h50
Manchester Airport
11:34Middlesbrough
£361One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
07:004h33
Manchester Airport
11:33Middlesbrough
£371One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
08:363h59
Manchester Airport
12:35Middlesbrough
£441One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
11:173h24
Manchester Airport
14:41Middlesbrough
£511One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 151 km

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Coach

£37

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

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National Express

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Live departures

Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express07:44 Manchester Airport
3h54
11:38 Middlesbrough0 changesdirect
transpennine_express08:04 Manchester Airport
3h34
11:38 Middlesbrough0 changesdirect
transpennine_express11:32 Manchester Airport
4h05
15:37 Middlesbrough0 changesdirect
transpennine_express12:29 Manchester Airport
4h08
16:37 Middlesbrough0 changesdirect
transpennine_express14:04 Manchester Airport
3h33
17:37 Middlesbrough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 2h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
151 km
Average train duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
05:03
Last train
18:44
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Middlesbrough from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£22
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£50
first_transpennine_express frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.

FAQs
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Middlesbrough is typically sufficient to explore local attractions such as the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, the Riverside Stadium, and nearby natural spots like Roseberry Topping.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport and Middlesbrough. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
To get from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £37.
A day trip from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 52m. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this journey.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough is by coach, costing approximately £11.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through charming towns, rolling countryside, and scenic views of the Pennines, providing a pleasant and varied experience.
The train distance from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough is 151 km.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough covers a distance of 151 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 7 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough.
The first train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough leaves at 5:03.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough.
The last train from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough departs at 18:44.
Trains from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport to Middlesbrough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Middlesbrough

Manchester
Middlesbrough
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Public transport options for James Cook Hospital
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for South Bank
  • Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Middlesbrough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.

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