The average train between Chester and Hartlepool takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 5 times a day between Chester and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 12:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.
Chester to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Chester to Hartlepool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Chester and Hartlepool is 199.4 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Hartlepool via Manchester Victoria and York in around 4h 20m.