How to travel from Leeds to Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

The distance between Leeds and Middlesbrough is around 104km (65 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.

3 routes found

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

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Middlesbrough Bus Station Express Lounge.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    £13($15)
Operated byMegabus UK+ 1 others
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Train

Take the train to Middlesbrough.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £15($18)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Middlesbrough.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance105km (65 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Leeds and Middlesbrough

There are several options for getting from Leeds to Middlesbrough by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £13 ($15) and will take around 1h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £19 ($22).

The distance between Leeds and Middlesbrough is around 104km (65 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 89km (55 miles)

It takes around 1h 20m to get from Leeds and Middlesbrough by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Leeds to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx £19 ($22).

The cheapest way to travel between Leeds and Middlesbrough, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £13 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Leeds and Middlesbrough. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Leeds and Middlesbrough with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 20m.

TransPennine Express Service run train services between Leeds and Middlesbrough. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 20m, 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 Leeds and Middlesbrough. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Leeds and Middlesbrough with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 1h 20m.

Megabus UK and National Express run regular bus services between Leeds and Middlesbrough. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 1h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Leeds to Middlesbrough. We recommend that you take the bus to Middlesbrough Bus Station Express Lounge. instead which will take 1h 20m.

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 Leeds and Middlesbrough. The distance is around 105km (65 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Leeds to Middlesbrough is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around £13 ($15).

How do I get from Leeds to Middlesbrough

Compare travel optionsbetween Leeds and Middlesbrough

Transport options from Leeds to Middlesbrough
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 20m
£13($15)
every 4 hours104km (65 miles)
Train
1h 20m
£15($18)
hourly122km (76 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
£19($22)
on demand105km (65 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