The average train between Hartlepool and Southport takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool to Southport. 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 2 hours between Hartlepool and Southport. 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 Southport at 10:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Southport? 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 Southport. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Southport station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
Hartlepool to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Hartlepool to Southport train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Hartlepool and Southport is 164.6 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Southport via Thornaby and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 28m.