The average train between Kendal and Hartlepool takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Hartlepool. 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 Kendal and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Hartlepool? 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 Kendal to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Kendal to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Kendal to Hartlepool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Kendal and Hartlepool is 107 km. The road distance is 228 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Hartlepool via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle in around 4h 16m.