Peterborough to Hartlepool by train

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Overview: trains from Peterborough to Hartlepool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Peterborough to Hartlepool, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:05 View journey
Last train 22:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 243
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey US$117.00 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 6m
Train operators 10

Peterborough to Hartlepool train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Peterborough to Hartlepool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Peterborough to Hartlepool take around 2 hours and 26 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 243 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Peterborough is scheduled to depart at around  07:05. The last departure is usually at around 22:49. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$117.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Hartlepool, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Hartlepool.

Is there a direct train from Peterborough to Hartlepool?

The journey between Peterborough and Hartlepool usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Peterborough to Hartlepool every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Peterborough to Hartlepool?

The Peterborough to Hartlepool train travel takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Peterborough to Hartlepool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hartlepool leaving Peterborough at around 07:05 and the last train leaving at around 22:49. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.