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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Hartlepool
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Hartlepool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hartlepool will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Hartlepool on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:00 PM2h35Edinburgh5:35 PMHartlepool$411One-way0 transfers- 9:00 AM2h35Edinburgh11:35 AMHartlepool$551One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM2h35Edinburgh11:35 AMHartlepool$551One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM2h35Edinburgh5:35 PMHartlepool$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Hartlepool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $265.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $390 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Hartlepool:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Hartlepool costing on average $42 (€34).
A bus is $372 (€305) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Hartlepool costing on average $390 (€319).
Other travel options to Hartlepool take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Flight takes on average 8h 29m.
The journey is about 51m faster (2h 18m by train vs 3h 9m by car) and roughly $54 (€44) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€34) vs $96 (€78)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Hartlepool train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hartlepool trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:21 PM Edinburgh | 2h23 | 6:44 PM Hartlepool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 2h35 | 11:35 AM Hartlepool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Edinburgh | 2h35 | 5:35 PM Hartlepool | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Hartlepool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Hartlepool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Hartlepool trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Hartlepool from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Hartlepool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Hartlepool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hartlepool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Hartlepool
Most Edinburgh to Hartlepool trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Hartlepool station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Hartlepool from Hartlepool city centre
Hartlepool train station facilities and services
Hartlepool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hartlepool.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hartlepool.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hartlepool: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Hartlepool: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartlepool: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, There is only one platform and no major access difficulties. Step free access from car park to station entrance. Approximately 70 unmarked spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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