Middlesbrough to London Trains From £42.90*

On average, it takes around three hours to get from Middlesbrough to London with LNER.

On your trip, you’ll travel directly along the East Coast Mainline from North Yorkshire in the north to London in the south, ultimately arriving at London Kings Cross, the line's southern terminus.

LNER runs along the East Coast Mainline, linking cities in Eastern Scotland and Northern England to London. Key stops on its route are Stevenage, Newcastle, and York.

Departing from Middlesbrough

Despite its significant size, Middlesbrough is actually a town in North Yorkshire, south of cities like Sunderland and Newcastle and regions like County Durham and Northumberland.

Middlesbrough Station is located between Zetland Road and Bridge Street West, just on the rim of the town centre. It is not far from the town hall and STACK Middlesbrough, a nearby shipping container village filled with street food and other hospitality vendors.

Several UK train operators serve this station, including LNER, Northern, and TransPennine Express. Local buses stop close to the station, and the closest taxi rank is located at the Bridge Street entrance.

Main stops

There are only two stops on the route from Middlesbrough to London, at Thornaby and York.

These may change, so it’s worth checking before you travel to make sure.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross is recognised as one of the city’s most central transport hubs. It serves as the southern terminus of the East Coast Main Line and is located merely a two-minute walk from London St Pancras International, making it a perfect station for travellers intending to board a train to mainland Europe via Eurostar.

King’s Cross London Underground station connects multiple tube lines: the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, and Victoria lines. Taxis and bus routes are also available right outside the station.

The station’s connections to other modes of public transport make it very convenient for navigating through London. Whether that’s commuting to work, attending university, or exploring the city. Especially when there’s so much to do close by, the British Library, Regent’s Park, Camden, and the British Museum are all within walking distance. For high-end restaurants in Mayfair, bristling pubs in Soho, or for a scrumptious slice of history at the Tower of London, just hop on the tube.

LNER train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: A Middlesbrough to London First Class ticket gives you access to complimentary food and drinks, larger seats and tables. First Class lounge access is available at certain stations on the East Coast Mainline.

LNER train travel advice

• Luggage: Passengers can bring up to three pieces of luggage.
• Pets: Pets travel free on LNER. Dogs must be on leads, and other animals in carriers. Maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are required. Folding bikes can be taken onboard as luggage.
• Children: Children receive cheaper tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Get travel advice for the station you wish to use, seat reservations, ticket assistance, and help with arrivals and transfers, plus discounts for disabled passengers.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.