The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartlepool to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartlepool to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Sheffield will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hartlepool for Sheffield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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 and coach for Hartlepool to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 146 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hartlepool to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:56 Hartlepool | 2h53 | 08:49 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:41 Hartlepool | 3h07 | 09:48 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Hartlepool | 2h48 | 12:48 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartlepool to Sheffield
Trains from Hartlepool to Sheffield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains from Hartlepool to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail (3), CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Hartlepool and Sheffield from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
CrossCountry
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FAQs: Hartlepool to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartlepool to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hartlepool and Sheffield
- 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 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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