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Compare train and coach for Gateshead to Hartlepool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gateshead to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 40 km
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Compare prices and tickets Gateshead to Hartlepool by train or coach
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Why should you book Gateshead to Hartlepool trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) operates all trains services from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gateshead to Hartlepool
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Trains from Gateshead to Hartlepool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 22:56 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Gateshead to Hartlepool trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Gateshead and Hartlepool from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Gateshead to Hartlepool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gateshead to Hartlepool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hartlepool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Gateshead to Hartlepool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Gateshead to Hartlepool covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 50m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Gateshead to Hartlepool is 40 km.
The first train from Gateshead to Hartlepool leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Gateshead to Hartlepool departs at 22:56.
Trains from Gateshead to Hartlepool run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gateshead and Hartlepool. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Gateshead to Hartlepool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
The train station in Gateshead that goes to Hartlepool is Metro Centre (MCE), and it arrives at Hartlepool station (HPL).
The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Hartlepool is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Gateshead to Hartlepool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gateshead to Hartlepool offers views of the North East's industrial landscapes and rural countryside, providing glimpses of the River Tyne and coastlines, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Gateshead to Hartlepool is feasible with a travel time of 50m each way, a distance of 40 km, and a train frequency of 5 per day.
To explore Hartlepool's key attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient. This duration allows time to visit the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Hartlepool Marina, and the scenic Headland.
Yes, you can take the train from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gateshead and Hartlepool
Gateshead
Hartlepool
The major train station for departures in Gateshead is Metro Centre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Metro Centre for your trip from Gateshead to Hartlepool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Metro Centre
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Heworth
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station There is ramped access to both platforms which wheelchair users can easily use
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dunston
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop a few minutes away from the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on bridge.
The major train station for arrivals in Hartlepool is Hartlepool. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hartlepool for your journey to Hartlepool from Gateshead.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:25 Saturday 07:00 - 18:25 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, There is only one platform and no major access difficulties. Step free access from car park to station entrance. Approximately 70 unmarked spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hartlepool
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station front.
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