How to travel from Bradford to Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

The distance between Bradford and Middlesbrough is around 111km (69 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bradford to Middlesbrough by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MiddlesbroughBradford if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Middlesbrough.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £20($24)
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Bus

Take the bus to Leeds and then to Middlesbrough Bus Station Express Lounge.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    £17($20)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Middlesbrough.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance111km (69 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bradford and Middlesbrough

There are several options for getting from Bradford to Middlesbrough by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £17 ($20) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £19 ($23).

The distance between Bradford and Middlesbrough is around 111km (69 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 93km (58 miles)

It takes around 1h 40m to get from Bradford and Middlesbrough by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bradford to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx £19 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Bradford and Middlesbrough, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £17 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bradford and Middlesbrough. It typically takes around 1h 40m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bradford to Middlesbrough. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Leeds. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 1h 40m.

TransPennine Express Service run train services between Bradford and Middlesbrough. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bradford and Middlesbrough. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Bradford to Middlesbrough. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Leeds. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1h 45m.

FlixBus, National Express, Flyer and Megabus UK run regular bus services between Bradford and Middlesbrough. Buses run twice daily and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bradford to Middlesbrough. We recommend that you take the train to Middlesbrough. instead which will take 1h 40m.

The closest major airport to Middlesbrough is Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Middlesbrough. Newcastle International Airport (NCL) (NCL) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bradford and Middlesbrough. The distance is around 111km (69 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bradford to Middlesbrough is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 40m and will usually cost around £20 ($24).

How do I get from Bradford to Middlesbrough

Compare travel optionsbetween Bradford and Middlesbrough

Transport options from Bradford to Middlesbrough
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 40m
£20($24)
hourly136km (85 miles)
Bus
1h 45m
£17($20)
twice daily121km (75 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
£19($23)
on demand111km (69 miles)

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Airports near Middlesbrough

The following major airports near Middlesbrough offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

MME
Teesside International Airport (MME)
Domestic Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Middlesbrough
NCL
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
International Airport
Distance
60km (37 miles) from Middlesbrough
LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Middlesbrough