The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €38
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €42
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 4 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 4 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 12
- Distance
- 173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough without transferring at least once.
G15955 · G160231:24 PM 3h12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 4:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €38 1 One-way 1 transfer
G15953 · C246192:24 PM 3h12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 5:36 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €39 1 One-way 1 transfer
G15866 · G158886:24 AM 3h15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:39 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €39 1 One-way 1 transfer
C24909 · C2460812:24 PM 3h11 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 3:35 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
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C323322:24 PM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 5:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
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C323322:24 PM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 5:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
G15955+
C323261:24 PM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 4:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
C24892+
C322897:24 AM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
G15866+
C322876:24 AM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:28 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
C24909+
C3231812:24 PM 3h04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 3:28 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) €43 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Liverpool to Middlesbrough train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Middlesbrough trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
N05236+ XC164300+ P28699 · C32677 | 9:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h47 | 2:09 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3 transfers | |
W84794 · TP037100+ G85879 | 9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h53 | 2:47 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
W84802 · TP037000+ G85897 | 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h55 | 3:49 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
W84812 · TP036800+ G85928 | 12:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 5:49 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
W84819 · TP036700+ G85944 | 1:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 6:49 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
W84824 · TP036600+ G85959 | 2:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 7:49 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2 transfers | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool and Middlesbrough
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
Most Liverpool to Middlesbrough trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Middlesbrough station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Middlesbrough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains from Liverpool 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.
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