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Birkenhead to Hartlepool trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Birkenhead and Hartlepool takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Birkenhead to Hartlepool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 41m
Duration
167 mi
Distance
£58
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Birkenhead to Hartlepool train times

Trains run hourly between Birkenhead and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 34m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 22m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 19m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birkenhead to Hartlepool? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 167.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Hartlepool, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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