The average train between Leicester and Hartlepool takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester 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 4 hours between Leicester and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 12:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Leicester to Hartlepool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Hartlepool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Leicester to Hartlepool train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Leicester and Hartlepool is 227.7 km. The road distance is 281 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Hartlepool via Sheffield and York in around 4h 20m.