The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartlepool to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartlepool to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Cambridge will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hartlepool for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hartlepool to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £227.
Distance: 290 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£46 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hartlepool to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Cambridge trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:28 Hartlepool | 4h37 | 14:05 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartlepool to Cambridge
Trains from Hartlepool to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 15:28. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 15:28 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains from Hartlepool to Cambridge trainsNorthern Rail (3), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Hartlepool and Cambridge from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hartlepool to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartlepool to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hartlepool and Cambridge
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:25 Saturday 07:00 - 18:25 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station front.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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