The average train between Southport and Hartlepool takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport 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 hourly between Southport and Hartlepool. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Hartlepool at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southport 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 Southport to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Hartlepool station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.
Southport to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.
Southport to Hartlepool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thornaby station.
Book your Southport to Hartlepool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Southport and Hartlepool is 164.6 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Southport to Hartlepool via Manchester Victoria and Thornaby in around 5h 4m.