The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£258
Average price
£289
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Middlesbrough will cost around £289 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £258.
To travel from Reading to Middlesbrough you need to make at least one change.
11:454h51Reading16:36Middlesbrough£2581One-way1 change
15:434h55Reading20:38Middlesbrough£2581One-way1 change
17:454h52Reading22:37Middlesbrough£2581One-way1 change
6:454h43Reading11:28Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
8:514h36Reading13:27Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
8:514h36Reading13:27Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
10:464h42Reading15:28Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
6:454h43Reading11:28Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
14:454h43Reading19:28Middlesbrough£2851One-way1 change
11:454h51Reading16:36Middlesbrough£2581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 347 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£107 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Middlesbrough trains for today, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:15 Reading | 5h35 | 22:50 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:45 Reading | 4h52 | 22:37 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:15 Reading | 12h33 | 9:48 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 7 July | |||||
![]() | 6:45 Reading | 4h43 | 11:28 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:15 Reading | 5h33 | 12:48 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:51 Reading | 4h36 | 13:27 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:15 Reading | 5h34 | 14:49 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:46 Reading | 4h42 | 15:28 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:15 Reading | 5h33 | 16:48 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Reading | 4h51 | 16:36 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:15 Reading | 5h13 | 17:28 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:15 Reading | 5h34 | 18:49 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:45 Reading | 4h43 | 19:28 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:14 Reading | 5h36 | 20:50 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:43 Reading | 4h55 | 20:38 Middlesbrough | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:15 Reading | 5h38 | 21:53 Middlesbrough | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Middlesbrough
Trains from Reading to Middlesbrough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:49 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Reading to Middlesbrough trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Middlesbrough from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Middlesbrough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Middlesbrough
Most Reading to Middlesbrough trains use the Reading to Middlesbrough station pair, with some services arriving at James Cook Hospital. Use this guide to compare Reading and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Middlesbrough leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains from Reading arrive at?
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.
Getting to James Cook Hospital from Middlesbrough city centre
James Cook Hospital is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
James Cook Hospital train station facilities and services
James Cook Hospital has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at James Cook Hospital: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at James Cook Hospital: 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.
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: 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.
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