Middlesbrough to Birmingham by train

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Overview: trains from Middlesbrough to Birmingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Middlesbrough to Birmingham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:22 View journey
Last train 21:57 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 238
Trains / day 57 View all
Cheapest journey US$80.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 38m
Train operators 6

Middlesbrough to Birmingham train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Birmingham take around 2 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 238 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Middlesbrough is scheduled to depart at around  06:22. The last departure is usually at around 21:57. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 57 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$80.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Birmingham, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Birmingham.

Is there a direct train from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The journey between Middlesbrough and Birmingham usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Middlesbrough to Birmingham every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The Middlesbrough to Birmingham train travel takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Middlesbrough to Birmingham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Birmingham leaving Middlesbrough at around 06:22 and the last train leaving at around 21:57. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.