The average train between Hartlepool and Oldham takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Oldham. 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 Oldham. 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 Oldham at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Oldham? 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 Hartlepool to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Oldham station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Hartlepool to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
The distance between Hartlepool and Oldham is 140.4 km. The road distance is 217 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 15m.