The average train between Middlesbrough and Manchester takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough to Manchester. 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 Middlesbrough and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Manchester at 1:30 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.
Middlesbrough to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
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The distance between Middlesbrough and Manchester is 138.3 km. The road distance is 190 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 21m.