The average train between Lancaster and Hartlepool takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Lancaster to Hartlepool. 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 Lancaster and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 54m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 16m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 54m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 29m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 54m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 16m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 54m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

3h 16m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Hartlepool? 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 Lancaster to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Lancaster to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Hartlepool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Lancaster to Hartlepool train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Lancaster and Hartlepool is 125.1 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Hartlepool via Carlisle in around 4h 3m.