The average train between Hartlepool and Hamilton takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool to Hamilton. 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 3 hours between Hartlepool and Hamilton. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Hamilton at 10:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Hamilton station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Hartlepool to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Hamilton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Hartlepool to Hamilton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hartlepool and Hamilton is 215.6 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Motherwell via Carlisle in around 3h 48m.