The average train between Maidstone and Hartlepool takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Maidstone 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 Maidstone and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidstone is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Strood and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Maidstone station and arriving at Hartlepool station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Maidstone to Hartlepool train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Maidstone to Hartlepool train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Maidstone to Hartlepool train tickets online with Southeastern and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Maidstone and Hartlepool is 397.3 km. The road distance is 466 km.
You can take a train from Maidstone West to Hartlepool via Strood, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 5h 8m.