The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €47
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €48
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 16 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 18 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 2
- Distance
- 173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.

8:14 AM 3h19 Middlesbrough 11:33 AM Liverpool €47 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:15 AM 3h16 Middlesbrough 12:31 PM Liverpool €49 1 One-way 0 transfers

9:15 AM 3h16 Middlesbrough 12:31 PM Liverpool €49 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:14 AM 3h19 Middlesbrough 11:33 AM Liverpool €47 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
Trains from Middlesbrough to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Liverpool 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XC162900+ G15924+ G85820 | 8:24 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h10 | 1:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
XC162800+ C24408+ G85828 | 9:48 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h46 | 2:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
XC162700+ G15929+ G85834 | 10:48 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h46 | 3:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
TP018200 · G15869+ C32408 | 12:19 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h15 | 4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
XC162500+ C24416+ G85846 | 12:48 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h46 | 5:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
XC162400+ G15873+ G85853 | 1:48 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h46 | 6:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
Most Middlesbrough to Liverpool trains use the Middlesbrough to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Liverpool 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.
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 Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central 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 Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. 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 Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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