The average train between Hartlepool and Manchester takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Manchester. 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 hourly between Hartlepool and Manchester. 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 Manchester at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Hartlepool to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
Book your Hartlepool to Manchester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Hartlepool and Manchester is 149.8 km. The road distance is 206 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 15m.