The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartlepool to Manchester
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartlepool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Manchester will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
It's difficult to get from Hartlepool to Manchester without transferring at least once.
C31803+
C24587 · G158129:47 AM3h39Hartlepool station (HPL)1:26 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
C33286+
G15893 · G160717:40 AM3h46Hartlepool station (HPL)11:26 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
G16067+
C001937:09 AM3h17Hartlepool station (HPL)10:26 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way1 transfer
C24952+
G85822 · P286358:26 AM3h20Hartlepool station (HPL)11:46 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
G88969 · G89217+
Y148099:00 AM3h35Hartlepool station (HPL)12:35 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
G16067+
C001937:09 AM3h17Hartlepool station (HPL)10:26 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way1 transfer
C24952+
G85822 · P286358:26 AM3h20Hartlepool station (HPL)11:46 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
P28645 · G85827+
C249549:26 AM3h23Hartlepool station (HPL)12:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
G88969 · G89217+
Y148099:00 AM3h35Hartlepool station (HPL)12:35 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€901One-way2 transfers
C24701+
Y148099:00 AM3h37Hartlepool station (HPL)12:37 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hartlepool to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 150 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€70 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hartlepool to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G16067+ C00193 | 7:09 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h17 | 10:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
C33286+ G15893 · G16071 | 7:40 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h46 | 11:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
C24952+ G85822 · P28635 | 8:26 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h20 | 11:46 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G88969 · G89217+ Y14809 | 9:00 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h35 | 12:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
C24701+ Y14809 | 9:00 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h37 | 12:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
P28645 · G85827+ C24954 | 9:26 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h23 | 12:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
C24587 · G15812+ C31803 | 9:47 AM Hartlepool station (HPL) | 3h39 | 1:26 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartlepool to Manchester
Trains from Hartlepool to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains from Hartlepool to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Hartlepool and Manchester from €15. 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 Hartlepool to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartlepool to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hartlepool to Manchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:25 Saturday 07:00 - 18:25 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station front.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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