The average train between Hartlepool and Stoke-on-Trent takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 hourly between Hartlepool and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent? 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 Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hartlepool and Stoke-on-Trent is 197.6 km. The road distance is 268 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Stoke-on-Trent via Thornaby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 26m.