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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 trains that leave Middlesbrough station (MBR) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 139 km
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3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:53 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h12 | 13:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h34 | 14:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2h35 | 14:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h17 | 15:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 19 March | |||||
| 07:35 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h02 | 10:37 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Trains from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 18:21 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Middlesbrough station (MBR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough station (MBR) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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