What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Middlesbrough?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Middlesbrough. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Middlesbrough via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

The distance between Liverpool and Middlesbrough is 158 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Middlesbrough without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £29 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Middlesbrough bus from?

Liverpool to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Middlesbrough train from?

Liverpool to Middlesbrough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Liverpool to Middlesbrough bus arrive?

Liverpool to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Middlesbrough station.

Where does the Liverpool to Middlesbrough train arrive?

Liverpool to Middlesbrough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Middlesbrough is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Liverpool to Middlesbrough.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

Book your Liverpool to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?

Book your Liverpool to Middlesbrough bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Middlesbrough?

There are 1510+ hotels available in Middlesbrough.

Liverpool to Middlesbrough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 14m
£30–111
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 133 / ...
4h 52m
£10–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Middlesbroughbus Uk930
4h 25m
£12–18
Drive 135.3 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Middlesbroughcar 135.3 mi
2h 27m
£33–48
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
3h 32m
£31–105

Liverpool to Middlesbrough by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Middlesbrough.

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Middlesbrough, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £27–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Middlesbrough once daily. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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