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The average train between Hartlepool and Bolton takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 58m
Duration
139 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hartlepool to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Hartlepool and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Bolton at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 139.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 58m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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