The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to London
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to London will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 55 trains that leave Middlesbrough for London on Fri, Aug 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.
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G160226:14 PM3h17Middlesbrough station (MBR)9:31 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€301One-way1 transfer
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C323316:25 PM3h36Middlesbrough station (MBR)10:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€311One-way1 transfer
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C246417:14 PM3h33Middlesbrough station (MBR)10:47 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€341One-way1 transfer
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Y148265:14 PM3h48Middlesbrough station (MBR)9:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€361One-way1 transfer
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C031925:14 PM3h25Middlesbrough station (MBR)8:39 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€381One-way1 transfer
L01624 · C019687:35 AM2h58Middlesbrough station (MBR)10:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€931One-way1 transfer
L016247:35 AM3h04Middlesbrough station (MBR)10:39 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€991One-way0 transfers
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C001937:10 AM3h04Middlesbrough station (MBR)10:14 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€1151One-way1 transfer
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Y148265:52 PM3h10Middlesbrough station (MBR)9:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€531One-way1 transfer
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Y148098:53 AM3h14Middlesbrough station (MBR)12:07 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€1371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Middlesbrough to London
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 349 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€78 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €229 Average price |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to London trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C01970+ G15891 | Delayed 6:31 AM 6:17 AMMiddlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h30 | 9:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G89551+ C01949 | On time 6:36 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h27 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G15894+ C00193 | On time 7:10 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h04 | 10:14 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
L01624 · C01968 | On time 7:35 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 2h58 | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
L01624 | 7:35 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h04 | 10:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G85816+ G08175+ G16013 | 7:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h17 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C01939+ G15893 | 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h18 | 11:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C32283+ C02002 | 8:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h36 | 12:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C32283+ G01180+ Y14827 | 8:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h15 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
G85822+ Y14809 | 8:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h14 | 12:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G85822+ G08180+ C24952 | 8:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h24 | 12:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C01925+ C03158 | 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h17 | 12:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C32284+ C02015 | 9:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h37 | 1:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G85827+ G08186+ C24954 | 9:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h17 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C01934+ C24587 | 10:15 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h17 | 1:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to London
Trains from Middlesbrough to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 349 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 349 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 3:44 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Middlesbrough to London trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Middlesbrough and London from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Middlesbrough to London
The distance from Middlesbrough to London is 257 km. The journey takes between 3 hours 9 minutes and 4 hours 10 minutes depending on stops along the way. Trains from Middlesbrough to London depart from Middlesbrough central train station, arriving at London Kings Cross or St Pancras. There are approximately 35 trains per day running between Middlesbrough and London, with slightly less at weekends. During the day, trains depart Middlesbrough every thirty minutes. There are no direct trains from Middlesbrough and London, with a minimum of two changes needed on the route. The Transpennine Express rail service runs the trains out of Middlesbrough with the East Midlands service completing the journey into London.
FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to London
Most Middlesbrough to London trains use the Middlesbrough to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Victoria. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to London 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 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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