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Trip Summary
There are 14 daily trains from Liverpool to Middlesbrough. Traveling by train from Liverpool to Middlesbrough usually takes around 4 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (173 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 5m |
| Lowest price | $42.18 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Train service from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
- East Midlands Trains + Connections tickets: C$51 one-way
- Merseyrail + Connections tickets: C$111 one-way
- Northern Rail + Connections tickets: C$43 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: C$51 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: C$43 one-way
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?
There are 5 train lines with service from Liverpool to Middlesbrough. Northern Rail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 2 | 3h 50m | $53.03 |
| Merseyrail + Connections | 4 | 5h 1m | $111.78 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 5 | 4h 19m | $97.86 |
| TransPennine Express | 1 | 3h 27m | $76.11 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 3 | 3h 19m | $63.53 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Middlesbrough start from $51, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Middlesbrough. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St and one other station. And in Middlesbrough trains arrive at Middlesbrough Train Station .
From Liverpool to Middlesbrough train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Middlesbrough faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Middlesbrough.
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Middlesbrough start from $112, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Middlesbrough. Merseyrail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Brunswick . And in Middlesbrough trains arrive at Middlesbrough Train Station .
From Liverpool to Middlesbrough train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 5 hours and 1 minutes. If you are looking to get to Middlesbrough faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Merseyrail + Connections offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Middlesbrough.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Middlesbrough start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Middlesbrough. Northern Rail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool South Parkway and one other station. And in Middlesbrough trains arrive at Middlesbrough Train Station .
From Liverpool to Middlesbrough train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 19 minutes. If you are looking to get to Middlesbrough faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Middlesbrough.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Liverpool to Middlesbrough start from $51, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express schedules to Middlesbrough. TransPennine Express in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St . And in Middlesbrough trains arrive at Middlesbrough Train Station .
From Liverpool to Middlesbrough train travel on TransPennine Express takes 3 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Middlesbrough faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Middlesbrough on a weekend there is typically one TransPennine Express scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Liverpool.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Middlesbrough start from $42, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Middlesbrough. TransPennine Express + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St . And in Middlesbrough trains arrive at Middlesbrough Train Station .
From Liverpool to Middlesbrough train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 19 minutes. If you are looking to get to Middlesbrough faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Middlesbrough.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Liverpool and Middlesbrough is approximately 108 miles, or 173 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 5 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Liverpool to Middlesbrough tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 14 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Middlesbrough to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Middlesbrough.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Brunswick
Where is the train station in Middlesbrough?
Main arrival station: Middlesbrough Train Station
Middlesbrough has one train station.
Train stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Train Station
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