The average train between Hartlepool and Whitehaven takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool to Whitehaven. 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 Whitehaven. 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 Whitehaven at 11:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Whitehaven. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Whitehaven station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Hartlepool to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Whitehaven train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.
Book your Hartlepool to Whitehaven train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Hartlepool and Whitehaven is 153.6 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Whitehaven via Carlisle in around 4h 3m.