The average train between Wigan and Hartlepool takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Wigan 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 3 hours between Wigan and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Wigan to Hartlepool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Hartlepool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Wigan to Hartlepool train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Hartlepool is 157.4 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Hartlepool via Carlisle in around 4h 35m.