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Compare coach, train and flight for Portsmouth to Hartlepool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a flight costs an average of £229.
Distance: 432 km
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5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Portsmouth to Hartlepool train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Hartlepool trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:19 Portsmouth | 5h34 | 19:53 Hartlepool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Hartlepool
Trains from Portsmouth to Hartlepool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £61 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 432 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 432 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 18:00 |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains from Portsmouth to Hartlepool trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Portsmouth and Hartlepool from £61. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Hartlepool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Hartlepool
Most Portsmouth to Hartlepool trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Hartlepool leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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 Portsmouth arrive at?
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.
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