The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Hartlepool
Cheapest price
£306
Average price
£306
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Hartlepool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Hartlepool will cost around £306 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £306.
To travel from Southampton to Hartlepool you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:156h36Southampton13:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
9:156h36Southampton15:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
11:156h36Southampton17:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
13:156h37Southampton19:52Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
15:157h11Southampton22:26Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
7:156h36Southampton13:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
9:156h36Southampton15:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
11:156h36Southampton17:51Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
13:156h37Southampton19:52Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
15:157h11Southampton22:26Hartlepool£3061One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Hartlepool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. 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 £45, and a flight costs an average of £176.
Distance: 421 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£124 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Hartlepool train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 Southampton | 6h08 | 16:08 Hartlepool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Southampton | 6h09 | 17:09 Hartlepool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Hartlepool
Trains from Southampton to Hartlepool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £122 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 18:26. The fastest train covers the 421 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 421 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £122 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 6:52 |
Last train 18:26 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Cross Country from Southampton to Hartlepool trainsCross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Hartlepool from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Hartlepool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Hartlepool
Most Southampton to Hartlepool trains use the Southampton Central to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Hartlepool leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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 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: Yes.
Which Hartlepool station do trains from Southampton 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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