Going from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough by train

About to set off from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Portsmouth and Middlesbrough

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €132.61, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough:

  • 04:25 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:19 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:38 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:16 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 25 minutes from Portsmouth toward Middlesbrough.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 34 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 29 minutes, travelling a total distance of 421 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Portsmouth and Middlesbrough

Tickets for travel between Portsmouth and Middlesbrough can be booked 3 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Middlesbrough city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Portsmouth and Middlesbrough by train?

The total journey from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough is 421 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €132.61. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough?

Tickets for travel between Portsmouth to Middlesbrough are available 3 months before departure.

What’s the travel time from Portsmouth to Middlesbrough by train?

The fastest journey time is 5 hours and 29 minutes.