Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£143

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£143

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 11 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 24 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.

Fast trains

To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Northern
    7:403h29
    Welwyn Garden City
    11:09Hartlepool
    £1431One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Northern
    10:403h12
    Welwyn Garden City
    13:52Hartlepool
    £1431One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Northern
    12:403h11
    Welwyn Garden City
    15:51Hartlepool
    £1431One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Northern
    14:403h12
    Welwyn Garden City
    17:52Hartlepool
    £1431One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Northern
    15:404h13
    Welwyn Garden City
    19:53Hartlepool
    £1431One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool train times

The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Northern12:40 Welwyn Garden City
3h11
15:51 Hartlepool2 changes
Great Northern14:40 Welwyn Garden City
3h12
17:52 Hartlepool2 changes
Great Northern15:40 Welwyn Garden City
4h13
19:53 Hartlepool2 changes
Great Northern18:28 Welwyn Garden City
3h58
22:26 Hartlepool2 changes
Friday 18 September
Great Northern7:40 Welwyn Garden City
3h29
11:09 Hartlepool2 changes
Great Northern10:40 Welwyn Garden City
3h12
13:52 Hartlepool2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool

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Take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool and enjoy the approximately 328 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 20:01.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
328 km
First train
6:28
Last train
20:01
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Hartlepool. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£143
Great Northern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Hartlepool. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£143
Great Northern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Great Northern classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Complete guide to Hartlepool

Things to do in Hartlepool

Discover the best of Hartlepool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hartlepool trip today.

  • Must visit

National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool

A living-history museum with recreated waterfront scenes, costumed interpreters and the full-sized warship HMS Trincomalee.

  • Recommended

HMS Trincomalee

A naval museum ship at Hartlepool’s historic quay, offering insight into life aboard a 19th-century Royal Navy frigate.

  • Recommended

Heugh Battery Museum

A local military museum in a coastal battery, featuring artillery, wartime artefacts and stories of Hartlepool’s bombardment.

Pound sterling (£)

Hartlepool is generally cheaper than larger UK city breaks, with modest hotel rates, affordable meals and low local transport costs for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares if helpful. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool is 328 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool leaves at 6:28.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool departs at 20:01.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool.
To get from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Hartlepool is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Hartlepool station (HPL).
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic highlights including passing through the rolling landscapes of North Yorkshire.
To explore Hartlepool's key attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient. This duration allows time to visit the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Hartlepool Marina, and the scenic Headland.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Hartlepool

Most Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool trains use the Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Arrival train stations in Hartlepool

Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to Hartlepool leave from?

Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Hartlepool leave from Welwyn Garden City. The station is from Welwyn Garden City city centre at Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA.
Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HAWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Welwyn Garden City from Welwyn Garden City city centre

Bus302, 405 · 2m · £2 · every ~5 min

Welwyn Garden City train station facilities and services

Welwyn Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Welwyn Garden City. ATMs are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Welwyn Garden City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Welwyn Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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