The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 trains that leave Middlesbrough station (MBR) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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 Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 138 km
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Live departures
Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 |
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![]() | 08:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2h55 | 11:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2h22 | 11:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Trains from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Middlesbrough station (MBR) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough station (MBR) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough station (MBR) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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