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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to bus via Castle Donington which costs £50 - £130 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Donington Park and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hartlepool via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Reading to Hartlepool?

The distance between Reading and Hartlepool is 286 miles. The road distance is 259.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Reading to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hartlepool bus from?

Reading to Hartlepool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hartlepool train from?

Reading to Hartlepool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Castle Donington, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool bus arrive?

Reading to Hartlepool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool train arrive?

Reading to Hartlepool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hartlepool is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Reading to Hartlepool.

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

Book your Reading to Hartlepool train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

There are 734+ hotels available in Hartlepool.

Reading to Hartlepool - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Reading to Hartlepool by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Hartlepooltrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
4h 50m
£78–167
Bus via Castle Donington
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Donington Park to Bus Station Express Loungebus D6
7h 44m
£50–121
Drive 258.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Hartlepoolcar 258.2 mi
4h 29m
£65–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
4h 47m
£89–360
Train via York
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 1m
£136–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Middlesbroughbus Ukn10
9h 23m
£53–82
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
4h 34m
£116–256
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
5h 30m
£74–166
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thornabytrain
6h 56m
£138–261
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thornabytrain
7h 15m
£126–365
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
6h 41m
£131–426
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
7h 3m
£143–414

Reading to Hartlepool by train and subway

43Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Hartlepool.

Launch map view

Distance: 284.7 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Hartlepool via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station North Interchange to York Road - Central Library via Donington Park, Bus Station Express Lounge, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 7h 44m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.