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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hartlepool is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 9m.

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 to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

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 York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Reading to Hartlepool?

The distance between Reading and Hartlepool is 279 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 5h 37m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m 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 RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hartlepool train from?

Reading to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, 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 5h 37m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool bus arrive?

Reading to Hartlepool bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Hartlepool train arrive?

Reading to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York 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?

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

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Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

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Reading to Hartlepool - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Hartlepool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from York to Hartlepooltrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
5h 37m
£126–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10
9h 9m
£54–82
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
£89–341
Bus via Victoria Road - Grand Hotel
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
£54–82
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 36m
£120–255
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
£82–188
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 Middlesbroughtrain
7h 28m
£132–388
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 Middlesbroughtrain
7h 17m
£143–282
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 32m
£139–442
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
6h 51m
£157–470

Reading to Hartlepool by train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.3 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Hartlepool via York in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to York Road - Central Library via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 9h 9m.

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