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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Leith is to bus which costs £8 - £25 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Leith is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 2h 27m and costs £12 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Rium Terrace and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Hartlepool and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hartlepool and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Leith?

The distance between Hartlepool and Leith is 153 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Leith without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 2h 27m and costs £12 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Hartlepool to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Leith bus from?

Hartlepool to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Leith train from?

Hartlepool to Leith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Leith?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Leith is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 2h 27m and costs £12 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £25 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Leith bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Hartlepool to Leith train arrive?

Hartlepool to Leith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Leith is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Hartlepool to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2485+ hotels available in Leith.

Hartlepool to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hartlepool to Leith by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 27m
£12–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukx010 / ...
5h 11m
£9–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598 / ...
4h 28m
£18–89
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Leithcar 136 mi
2h 51m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Hartlepool to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
2h 29m
£25–50

Hartlepool to Leith by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.6 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Hartlepool, England and Leith, Scotland?

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Atlantic Travel GB Ltd also services this route every 4 hours.

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