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Cardiff to Middlesbrough trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Middlesbrough takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Middlesbrough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 46m
Duration
284 mi
Distance
£141
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain train
  3. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain train
5h 54m
£118–180

Cardiff to Middlesbrough train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Middlesbrough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 284.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Middlesbrough, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Middlesbrough via Birmingham New Street and York in around 5h 54m.

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