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It takes an average of 2h 59m to travel from London to Hartlepool by train, over a distance of around 224 miles (361 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from London to Hartlepool and tickets for this journey start from £21.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:27 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Hartlepool | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 224 miles (361 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £21.80 | |
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How to travel from London to Hartlepool by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London to Hartlepool? Look no further.
You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between London and Hartlepool, which usually take 2 hours 59 minutes to complete the 224 miles (361 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London to Hartlepool start from £21.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hartlepool? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Hartlepool
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Cheap train tickets from London to Hartlepool
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Hartlepool is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.