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National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool
Living history museum around a recreated quay with HMS Trincomalee, bringing Georgian naval life vividly to life.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hartlepool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hartlepool will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 4 trains from Manchester to Hartlepool, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.

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Trains from Manchester to Hartlepool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Hartlepool.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hartlepool trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24590+ C31784 | 10:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h52 | 1:07 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 1 transfer | |
C24597+ C00207 | 11:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h37 | 1:52 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 1 transfer | |
G16000+ C31798 | 12:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h51 | 3:06 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 1 transfer | |
C24608+ Y14851 | 1:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h37 | 3:52 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 1 transfer | |
G16023+ C31814 | 1:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h11 | 5:09 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 1 transfer | |
P00055 · G16023+ C31814 | 2:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h09 | 5:09 PM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 2 transfers | |
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Living history museum around a recreated quay with HMS Trincomalee, bringing Georgian naval life vividly to life.
Britain's oldest floating warship offers an atmospheric look at naval life during the age of sail.
Volunteer-run military museum on the headland, covering the 1914 bombardment and coastal defence history.
Historic peninsula with winding streets, sea air, and some of the town's oldest buildings and landmarks.
Regenerated marina with boats, sea views, promenades, and easy access to major museums and waterfront walks.
Popular green space with sports facilities, gardens, and room for relaxed walks close to the town centre.
Panackelty is a North East one-pot stew of corned beef or meat, potatoes and onions, long linked with working-class Teesside and Hartlepool home cooking.
Pease pudding is a smooth split-pea savoury pudding, often eaten with ham or stottie. It is a classic North East comfort food found across Teesside.
Stottie cake is a dense round North East bread, traditionally filled with ham, pease pudding or bacon. It is a regional staple worth trying in local cafés.
Well-regarded bistro at Hartlepool Marina serving modern British and Mediterranean dishes in a casual waterside atmosphere.
Popular marina restaurant known for steaks, grills and seafood in a polished but relaxed setting with broad appeal for lunch or dinner.
Established marina venue for coffee, brunch and light meals, valued for harbour views and an easy-going café atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Hartlepool Railway Station -> Hartlepool Marina, Hartlepool
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Hartlepool trains use the Manchester Victoria to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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: Yes.
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 options are available at Hartlepool.
Ticket office support is available at Hartlepool.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hartlepool: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hartlepool: Bike Parking.
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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