What is the cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham is to bus via Sheffield which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Express Lounge station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Birmingham New Street via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Birmingham is 177 miles. The road distance is 169.9 miles.

How do I travel from Middlesbrough to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Birmingham bus from?

Middlesbrough to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Birmingham train from?

Middlesbrough to Birmingham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Birmingham bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Birmingham train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Birmingham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Birmingham is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Middlesbrough to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Birmingham?

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There are 4 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Yorktrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
3h 23m
£83–125
Bus via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukx010
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
4h 35m
£18–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 133
4h 30m
£30–85
Drive 168.9 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Birminghamcar 168.9 mi
2h 54m
£42–60

Middlesbrough to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 176.3 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Middlesbrough, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Birmingham New Street via York in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Birmingham Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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