The average train between Manchester and Hartlepool takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 hourly between Manchester and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Manchester to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Manchester to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Thornaby station.
Book your Manchester to Hartlepool train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Manchester and Hartlepool is 149.8 km. The road distance is 206 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Thornaby hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 13m.