How to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool

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Compare train and bus for Leeds to Hartlepool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF19, while a train costs an average of CHF40.

Distance: 62 miles (101 km)

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Driving

CHF40

Average price

CHF19

Average price

Cheapest

CHF22

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Transpennine Express

Most popular train company

National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool is a bus with an average price of CHF19.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Hartlepool:

A bus is CHF21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Hartlepool costing on average CHF40.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Hartlepool take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Hartlepool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Hartlepool among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 26m by bus vs 1h 36m by car) and save roughly CHF3 compared to fuel and tolls (CHF19 vs CHF22). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

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from Leeds to Hartlepool

How to get from Leeds to Hartlepool by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX172
    8:35 AM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    9:55 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX172
    8:35 AM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    9:55 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National ExpressNX172
    8:35 AM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    9:55 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressC24597+Grand Central TrainsC00207
    12:13 PM1h39
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:52 PMHartlepool station (HPL)
    CHF691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG15897+Northern RailC31778
    9:15 AM1h47
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:02 AMHartlepool station (HPL)
    CHF691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24567+Northern RailC31768
    7:17 AM1h49
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:06 AMHartlepool station (HPL)
    CHF691One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX133
    6:45 PM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    8:05 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX426
    11:35 AM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    12:55 PMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX172
    1:55 AM1h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    3:15 AMMiddlesbrough, Bus Station
    CHF101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Hartlepool

Travel to Hartlepool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Hartlepool.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Hartlepool including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool is a bus with an average price of CHF19.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Hartlepool:

A bus is CHF21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Hartlepool costing on average CHF40.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Hartlepool is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Hartlepool take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 12m.

The distance from Leeds to Hartlepool is approximately 62 miles (101 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Hartlepool is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Hartlepool as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Hartlepool:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Hartlepool station (HPL).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Hartlepool, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express to go to Hartlepool by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Hartlepool by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leeds to Hartlepool:
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Hartlepool often also extend their vacation to go to London, Newcastle, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Sunderland. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hartlepool and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hartlepool to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A visit to Hartlepool typically requires 1-2 days to explore its main attractions, such as the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Hartlepool Marina, and the Heugh Battery Museum.

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