The average train between Bristol and Hartlepool takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bristol and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 8:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:33 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 11:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Hartlepool station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
Bristol to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Bristol to Hartlepool train tickets online with Cross Country and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Bristol and Hartlepool is 370.9 km. The road distance is 460 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Hartlepool via York in around 5h 58m.