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Compare train for Middlesbrough to Strood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Strood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £175 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £175, while a train costs an average of £175.
Distance: 372 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£175 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 19m sooner (3h 22m by train vs 4h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £175 compared to roughly £72 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Strood
Trains from Middlesbrough to Strood run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 372 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 372 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express from Middlesbrough to Strood trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Strood from £104. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Strood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Strood 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 Strood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Strood
Most Middlesbrough to Strood trains use the Middlesbrough to Strood station pair. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Strood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Strood leave from?
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
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.
Which Strood station do trains from Middlesbrough arrive at?
Getting to Strood from Strood city centre
Strood train station facilities and services
Strood has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Strood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Strood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strood. 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 Strood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strood: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strood: 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 direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift, 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 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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