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National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool
A living-history museum with recreated waterfront scenes, costumed interpreters and the full-sized warship HMS Trincomalee.
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Compare coach and train for Guildford to Hartlepool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £111.
Distance: 386 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£111 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Guildford to Hartlepool is a coach with an average price of £47.
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Hartlepool:
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Hartlepool costing on average £111.
The fastest way to travel from Guildford to Hartlepool is by train with an average journey time of 4h 39m.
Other travel options to Hartlepool take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and Hartlepool including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (4h 39m by train vs 5h 1m by car). Tickets start at around £111 compared to roughly £76 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Hartlepool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Hartlepool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 39m.
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 £47
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £111 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 6:56 |
Last train 19:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 £47
Complete guide to Hartlepool
Things to do in Hartlepool
Discover the best of Hartlepool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hartlepool trip today.
- Recommended
HMS Trincomalee
A naval museum ship at Hartlepool’s historic quay, offering insight into life aboard a 19th-century Royal Navy frigate.
- Recommended
Heugh Battery Museum
A local military museum in a coastal battery, featuring artillery, wartime artefacts and stories of Hartlepool’s bombardment.
- Must visit
The Headland
The historic old quarter of Hartlepool, known for sea views, older streets, heritage sites and a distinct local character.
- Recommended
Hartlepool Marina
A regenerated marina district with waterside walks, boats, public spaces and easy access to Hartlepool’s main visitor attractions.
- Recommended
Seaton Carew Beach
A long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, coastal views and easy access to the seafront and Headland.
Panackelty
A Teesside staple of minced beef and onions in gravy under mashed potato. Filling pub fare long eaten across Hartlepool and nearby industrial towns.
Fish and Chips
Battered or breaded haddock or cod with chips, tied to Hartlepool’s fishing and seaside culture. Best enjoyed hot with salt, vinegar and mushy peas.
Beef Singin’ Hinnies Pudding
Shredded suet pudding of beef, onions and stock wrapped in cloth. A classic North East comfort dish linked with Sunday dinners and working-class cooking.
Seaton Carew Fish Bar
Well-known seafront fish and chip shop and restaurant serving classic British seaside fare in a casual setting.
Masala
Stylish Indian restaurant known locally for curries and tandoori dishes, with polished service and a comfortable dining room.
The Merry Fisherman
Popular marina restaurant for seafood, steaks and grills in a smart but relaxed waterside setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Hartlepool is generally cheaper than larger UK city breaks, with modest hotel rates, affordable meals and low local transport costs for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares if helpful. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £4.50
To the city centre
Hartlepool Rail Station -> Hartlepool Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Stagecoach operates local buses in Hartlepool. Contactless payment is accepted on Stagecoach buses.
- Check current Hartlepool ticket options in the Stagecoach Bus app before travel, as fares are revised periodically.
FAQs: Guildford to Hartlepool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford to Hartlepool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £111, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from Guildford to Hartlepool covers a distance of 386 km and takes approximately 4h 39m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Guildford to Hartlepool is 386 km.
The first train from Guildford to Hartlepool leaves at 6:56.
The last train from Guildford to Hartlepool departs at 19:45.
Trains from Guildford to Hartlepool run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Guildford to Hartlepool, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Guildford to Hartlepool.
The train station in Guildford that goes to Hartlepool is Guildford station (GLD), and it arrives at Hartlepool station (HPL).
The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Hartlepool is by coach, costing approximately £47.
Booking trains from Guildford 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 Guildford to Hartlepool offers a diverse landscape, featuring picturesque countryside, charming towns, and expansive fields, making parts of the trip quite scenic.
A day trip from Guildford to Hartlepool is not feasible. The journey takes 4h 39m each way, covering a distance of 386 km. Trains are available 5 times 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.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Guildford to Hartlepool.
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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Hartlepool
Most Guildford to Hartlepool trains use the Guildford to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Guildford
Arrival train stations in Hartlepool
Which Guildford station do trains to Hartlepool leave from?
Trains from Guildford to Hartlepool leave from Guildford. The station is 1 km from Guildford city centre at Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT.
GuildfordGuildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT
City-centre transport
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Bus53 · 2m · £2
18 · 16m · £2 · every ~2 min
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Hartlepool station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Trains from Guildford to Hartlepool arrive at Hartlepool. Hartlepool is from Hartlepool city centre.
HartlepoolHartlepool station, Station Approach, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS24 7ED+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Hartlepool from Hartlepool city centre
Bus51 · 1m · £4 · every ~2 min
Hartlepool train station facilities and services
Hartlepool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hartlepool.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hartlepool.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hartlepool: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Hartlepool: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartlepool: 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.
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