The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Hartlepool station (HPL)
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Hartlepool station (HPL) 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 361 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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 London to Hartlepool station (HPL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 361 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£78 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Hartlepool station (HPL) train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Hartlepool station (HPL) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:22 London | 3h37 | 11:59 Hartlepool station (HPL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:55 London | 2h56 | 11:51 Hartlepool station (HPL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:23 London | 3h10 | 17:33 Hartlepool station (HPL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Hartlepool station (HPL)
Trains from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 07:26 |
Last train 15:48 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER trains will get you between London and Hartlepool station (HPL) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Hartlepool station (HPL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hartlepool station (HPL) 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 station (HPL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London and Hartlepool station (HPL)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:25 Saturday 07:40 - 14:20 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 08:40 - 16:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Ramp access to platform 1 (to St Pancras). Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front by the book exchange. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4
- 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.
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