The average train between Rochdale and Hartlepool takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale 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 4 hours between Rochdale and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 10:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Rochdale to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hartlepool station.
Book your Rochdale to Hartlepool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rochdale and Hartlepool is 133.7 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Hartlepool via Leeds and York in around 3h 44m.