The average train between Rotherham and Hartlepool takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 8:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 10:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.
Rotherham to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.
Rotherham to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Rotherham to Hartlepool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rotherham and Hartlepool is 139.9 km. The road distance is 167 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Hartlepool via Doncaster and York in around 3h 8m.