Darlington to Hartlepool train with Grand Central Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Hartlepool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€11

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 27 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 27 m

Trains on Sep 20

1

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Hartlepool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to Hartlepool will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Darlington to Hartlepool, including 1 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.

  • Northern Rail
    11:18 AM1h27
    Darlington
    12:45 PMHartlepool
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Darlington to Hartlepool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Hartlepool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 28 km

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€11

Average price

Cheapest

€6

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

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30m

Additional time*

44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Darlington to Hartlepool is a train with an average price of €11.
The fastest way to travel from Darlington to Hartlepool is by train with an average journey time of 41m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darlington and Hartlepool including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Darlington to Hartlepool train times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Hartlepool trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail9:00 AM Darlington
1h02
10:02 AM Hartlepool0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail7:51 PM Darlington
1h15
9:06 PM Hartlepool0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Grand Central Trains as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Darlington to Hartlepool.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grand Central Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to Hartlepool.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Hartlepool

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Trains from Darlington to Hartlepool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
28 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
33m
First train
6:01 AM
Last train
10:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Northern Rail from Darlington to Hartlepool trainsGrand Central Trains, Northern Rail trains will get you between Darlington and Hartlepool from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Grand Central Trains

About
Grand Central Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the North East of England, Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Grand Central Trains offers a range of services, including express, semi-fast and stopping services. Express services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to three hours. Semi-fast services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to four hours. Stopping services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to five hours. Grand Central Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Standard tickets are the most economical option, while First Class tickets offer more comfort and space. Advance tickets are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance and offer the best value for money. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Grand Central Trains are London to Bradford, London to Sunderland, London to York and London to Wakefield.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Grand Central Trains Duration
33m
Cheapest Grand Central Trains Price
€11
Grand Central Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus cafe bar on some services
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory, available for a small fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramp assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
39m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€11
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Hartlepool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Hartlepool can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Darlington to Hartlepool is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Darlington to Hartlepool is 33m to travel the 28 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Darlington to Hartlepool leaves at 6:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Darlington to Hartlepool leaves at 10:35 PM.
There are 11 trains a day from Darlington to Hartlepool which require at least one change with Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Darlington to Hartlepool, you can count on Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Hartlepool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Darlington and Hartlepool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Hartlepool from Darlington is worth doing with a journey time of 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Darlington to Hartlepool is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darlington and Hartlepool including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Darlington to Hartlepool

Most Darlington to Hartlepool trains use the Darlington to Hartlepool station pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Hartlepool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Darlington
Arrival train stations in Hartlepool

Which Darlington station do trains to Hartlepool leave from?

Trains from Darlington to Hartlepool leave from Darlington. The station is from Darlington city centre at Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA.
DarlingtonDarlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AAShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement coach services depart from the station entrance

Darlington train station facilities and services

Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Darlington.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Darlington.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Darlington.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones, Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended, 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.

Most popular trains to and from Hartlepool and Darlington

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