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The average train between Hartlepool and Bolton takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Bolton. 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 7m
Duration
139 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoriatrain train Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 54m
£37–70

Hartlepool to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Hartlepool and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Bolton at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 30m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited10h 29m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Bolton? 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.

Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 138.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 7m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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