How to travel from Middlesbrough to Manchester, United Kingdom

The distance between Middlesbrough and Manchester is around 178km (111 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Middlesbrough to Manchester 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 ManchesterMiddlesbrough if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Manchester Victoria.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £19($23)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    £8($9)
Operated byNational Express+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Manchester.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance178km (111 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Middlesbrough and Manchester

There are several options for getting from Middlesbrough to Manchester by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £8 ($9) and will take around 2h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £31 ($37).

The distance between Middlesbrough and Manchester is around 178km (111 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 139km (86 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Middlesbrough and Manchester by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Middlesbrough to Manchester is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx £31 ($37).

The cheapest way to travel between Middlesbrough and Manchester, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £8 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Middlesbrough and Manchester. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Middlesbrough and Manchester with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 2h 15m.

TransPennine Express Service run train services between Middlesbrough and Manchester. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2h 15m, 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 Middlesbrough and Manchester. It typically takes around 2h 20m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Middlesbrough and Manchester with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 2h 20m.

National Express run regular bus services between Middlesbrough and Manchester. Buses run twice daily and take around 2h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Middlesbrough to Manchester. We recommend that you take the train to Manchester Victoria. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Manchester is Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Manchester. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) 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 Middlesbrough and Manchester. The distance is around 178km (111 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Middlesbrough to Manchester is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around £19 ($23).

How do I get from Middlesbrough to Manchester

Compare travel optionsbetween Middlesbrough and Manchester

Transport options from Middlesbrough to Manchester
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 15m
£19($23)
hourly190km (118 miles)
Bus
2h 20m
£8($9)
4 times a day178km (111 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
£31($37)
on demand178km (111 miles)

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Airports near Manchester

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

MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Manchester
LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Manchester
LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
58km (36 miles) from Manchester