The average train between Hartlepool and Stafford takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Stafford. 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 2 hours between Hartlepool and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Stafford at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Middlesbrough and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Stafford? 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 Stafford. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Stafford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Hartlepool to Stafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Hartlepool to Stafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Hartlepool to Stafford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hartlepool and Stafford is 217.4 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Stafford via Middlesbrough and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 2m.