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Runcorn to Hartlepool trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Hartlepool takes 5h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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.

5h 27m
Duration
172 mi
Distance
£61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Leeds

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4h 46m
£50–88

Runcorn to Hartlepool train times

Trains run hourly between Runcorn and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 12:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 5h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 7m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited11h 39m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited11h 26m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 32m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 4m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 32m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 4m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 32m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 4m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited8h 32m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 4m • 3 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsTransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Runcorn to Hartlepool.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Hartlepool via Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, and Thornaby in around 4h 46m.

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