The average train between Stafford and Hartlepool takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 Stafford and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Stafford to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Thornaby station.
Book your Stafford to Hartlepool train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stafford and Hartlepool is 217.4 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Hartlepool via Manchester Piccadilly and Thornaby in around 4h 59m.