What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Hartlepool?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Hartlepool is to bus which costs £19 - £80 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Hartlepool?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Hartlepool via Newton-le-Willows and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Chester to Hartlepool?

The distance between Chester and Hartlepool is 166 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Hartlepool without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Hartlepool without a car is to train via York which takes 4h 52m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Hartlepool?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Chester to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Hartlepool bus from?

Chester to Hartlepool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Hartlepool train from?

Chester to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Chester to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Chester to Hartlepool is to train via York which takes 4h 52m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Chester to Hartlepool bus arrive?

Chester to Hartlepool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Hartlepool train arrive?

Chester to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Chester to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Hartlepool is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Chester to Hartlepool.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Hartlepool?

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Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

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Chester to Hartlepool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Hartlepool by train, bus, or car

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Train via York
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Hartlepooltrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
4h 52m
£52–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 172 / ...
6h 47m
£19–77
Drive 151.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Hartlepoolcar 151.3 mi
2h 52m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
5h 17m
£61–115

Chester to Hartlepool by train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chester to Hartlepool.

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Hartlepool, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Hartlepool via Newton-le-Willows and York in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to York Road - Central Library via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 6h 47m.

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