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Dorman Museum
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Middlesbrough
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£196
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£196
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 55 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
396 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Middlesbrough will cost around £196 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £196.
Fast trains
To travel from Margate to Middlesbrough you need to make at least one change.
16:494h55Margate21:44Middlesbrough£1961One-way1 change
- 16:494h55Margate21:44Middlesbrough£1961One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Margate to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Margate to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £196.
Distance: 396 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£196 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Margate to Middlesbrough is a coach with an average price of £57.
This is compared to other travel options from Margate to Middlesbrough:
A coach is £139 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Margate to Middlesbrough costing on average £196.
The fastest way to travel from Margate to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 4h 55m.
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 24m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Margate and Middlesbrough including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (4h 55m by train vs 5h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £196 compared to roughly £86 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Margate to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Middlesbrough trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 16:49 Margate | 4h55 | 21:44 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Margate to Middlesbrough
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Trains from Margate to Middlesbrough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £196 but you can travel from only £57 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 4h 55m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £57
Distance 396 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £196 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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 £57
Train companies: Southeastern from Margate to Middlesbrough trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Margate and Middlesbrough from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£196
Southeastern frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Middlesbrough
Things to do in Middlesbrough
Discover the best of Middlesbrough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Middlesbrough trip today.
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MIMA, Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art
Contemporary art gallery known for modern exhibitions, installations, and events, making it a key cultural stop in the town centre.
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Kirkleatham Museum
Local museum in historic grounds, featuring social history collections, period displays, and family-friendly exhibits in a calm setting.
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Albert Park
Large public park with lakes, woodland, and open lawns, popular for walks, wildlife, and a relaxing break close to the town centre.
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Centre Square
Town-centre square and public space framed by civic buildings, often used for events and a practical starting point for exploring Middlesbrough.
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Tees Riverside Park
Riverside path and green corridor linking industry, river views, and wildlife, well suited to a walk that shows another side of Teesside.
Minced Beef and Onion Pie
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.
Chicken Parmo
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.
Pease Pudding Stottie
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.
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse
Popular independent steakhouse known for quality beef, hearty portions and a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
The Billiard Room at Acklam Hall
Refined restaurant in Acklam Hall offering modern British cooking in elegant historic surroundings.
Akbar's
Stylish Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and modern small plates in a lively, contemporary atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, with good value casual dining and affordable buses.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Arriva UK Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- /
To the city centre
Middlesbrough station -> Middlesbrough Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Middlesbrough station is about 5 minutes’ walk from the town centre, so walking is usually quickest from the rail station.
- Arriva offers contactless Tap On Tap Off on board its buses, but multi-operator tickets in the North East are excluded from that scheme.
FAQs: Margate to Middlesbrough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Margate to Middlesbrough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £196, while the average price tends to be around £196.
The train journey from Margate to Middlesbrough covers a distance of 396 km and takes approximately 4h 55m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Margate to Middlesbrough is 396 km.
The first train from Margate to Middlesbrough leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Margate to Middlesbrough departs at 19:53.
Trains from Margate to Middlesbrough run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Middlesbrough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Middlesbrough.
To get from Margate to Middlesbrough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Margate to Middlesbrough.
The train station in Margate that goes to Middlesbrough is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Middlesbrough station (MBR).
The cheapest way to get from Margate to Middlesbrough is by coach, costing approximately £57.
Booking trains from Margate to Middlesbrough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Margate to Middlesbrough offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Kent and the rolling landscapes of North Yorkshire. However, some sections of the journey may traverse urban or industrial areas, which are less scenic.
A day trip from Margate to Middlesbrough is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 55m. However, there are 6 trains per day if you wish to travel. The distance covered is 396 km.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Middlesbrough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Middlesbrough
Most Margate to Middlesbrough trains use the Margate to Middlesbrough station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Margate
Arrival train stations in Middlesbrough
Which Margate station do trains to Middlesbrough leave from?
Trains from Margate to Middlesbrough leave from Margate. The station is 1 km from Margate city centre at Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD.
MargateMargate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate from Margate city centre
Margate is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus942, 944, 36, 8 · 8m · £3 · every ~7 min
Margate train station facilities and services
Margate has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Margate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Margate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Margate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains from Margate arrive at?
Trains from Margate to Middlesbrough arrive at Middlesbrough. Middlesbrough is from Middlesbrough city centre.
MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough station, Zetland Road, Middlesbrough station, Cleveland, TS1 1EG+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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