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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Hartlepool is to bus which costs £14 - £55 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Hartlepool via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Preston to Hartlepool?

The distance between Preston and Hartlepool is 180 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £25 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Preston to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Hartlepool bus from?

Preston to Hartlepool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Hartlepool train from?

Preston to Hartlepool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Preston to Hartlepool is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £25 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £55 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Preston to Hartlepool bus arrive?

Preston to Hartlepool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Hartlepool train arrive?

Preston to Hartlepool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Hartlepool is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Preston to Hartlepool.

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

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Preston to Hartlepool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 36 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Hartlepool 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to HartlepoolCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 18m
£25–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station Stand 11Uk073
5h 7m
£15–51
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Hartlepool110.3 mi
2h 13m
£28–41
Train, line 36 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thornaby
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Victoria Road - Grand Hotel36 / ...
5h 7m
£29–127
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station591
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Lounge133 / ...
7h 44m

Preston to Hartlepool by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Hartlepool via Carlisle in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to York Road - Central Library via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 5h 7m.

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