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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Hartlepool is to bus via Stoke-on-Trent which costs £14 - £26 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Gaol Square and arriving at Burn Valley Roundabout via Crown Bridge, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Hartlepool via Manchester Piccadilly and Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Stafford to Hartlepool?

The distance between Stafford and Hartlepool is 184 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Stafford to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Hartlepool bus from?

Stafford to Hartlepool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Crown Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Hartlepool train from?

Stafford to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.

Train or bus from Stafford to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Stafford to Hartlepool is to train which takes 5h and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Stafford to Hartlepool bus arrive?

Stafford to Hartlepool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Stafford to Hartlepool train arrive?

Stafford to Hartlepool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Hartlepool is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Stafford to Hartlepool.

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

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Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thornabytrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
5h
£47–143
Bus via Stoke-on-Trent
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Middlesbroughbus Uk073
8h 48m
£14–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crown Bridge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 422
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 172
7h 30m
£40–57
Drive 171.1 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Hartlepoolcar 171.1 mi
2h 57m
£43–61

Stafford to Hartlepool by train

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Map of how to get from Stafford to Hartlepool.

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Hartlepool via Manchester Piccadilly and Thornaby in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gaol Square to Burn Valley Roundabout via Crown Bridge, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 7h 30m.

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