The average train between Hartlepool and Lancaster takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Hartlepool and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 10:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Lancaster station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Hartlepool to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Hartlepool to Lancaster train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hartlepool and Lancaster is 125.1 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Lancaster via Carlisle in around 3h 20m.