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The average train between Hartlepool and Stafford takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Stafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 40m
Duration
183 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Hartlepool to Stafford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Hartlepool and Stafford. 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 Stafford at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressCross Country4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast8h 17m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast11h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast4h 4m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Stafford? 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.

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  • Distance: 182.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Stafford via Thornaby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 49m.

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