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Nelson to Middlesbrough trains

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The average train between Nelson and Middlesbrough takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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.

4h 18m
Duration
118 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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4h 10m
£35–65

Nelson to Middlesbrough train times

Trains run hourly between Nelson and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 12:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Central and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 40m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nelson 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 Nelson to Middlesbrough.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 117.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Middlesbrough, England?

You can take a train from Nelson to Middlesbrough via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, and Leeds in around 4h 10m.

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