The average train between Leicester and Middlesbrough takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester to Middlesbrough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Leicester and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 12:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 8:09 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester to Middlesbrough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Leicester to Middlesbrough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Middlesbrough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Leicester to Middlesbrough train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Leicester and Middlesbrough is 215.6 km. The road distance is 268 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Middlesbrough via Derby and York in around 3h 50m.