The average train between Hartlepool and Nelson takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool to Nelson. 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 Nelson. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Nelson at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Nelson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Nelson station via Todmorden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Hartlepool to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Todmorden station.
The distance between Hartlepool and Nelson is 114.5 km. The road distance is 212 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Todmorden every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 2h 11m.