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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartlepool to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartlepool to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Edinburgh will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hartlepool for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
9:082h24Hartlepool11:32Edinburgh£251One-way0 changes- 8:062h27Hartlepool10:33Edinburgh£431One-way0 changes
- 9:082h24Hartlepool11:32Edinburgh£251One-way0 changes
- 8:062h27Hartlepool10:33Edinburgh£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hartlepool to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £202.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£36 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £363 Average Price |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hartlepool to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:06 Hartlepool | 2h27 | 10:33 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:08 Hartlepool | 2h24 | 11:32 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartlepool to Edinburgh
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Trains from Hartlepool to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Hartlepool to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Hartlepool and Edinburgh from £10. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartlepool to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hartlepool and Edinburgh
Most Hartlepool to Edinburgh trains use the Hartlepool to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Park. Use this guide to compare Hartlepool and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hartlepool station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Hartlepool from Hartlepool city centre
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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.
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