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Birmingham to Hartlepool train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Hartlepool? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £43.00, with average prices for this route around £45.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:03 Birmingham New Street	09:56 Seaton Carew	3h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:19 Birmingham New Street	10:39 Hartlepool	4h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:03 Birmingham New Street	10:57 Seaton Carew	3h 54m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Birmingham New Street	11:35 Hartlepool	3h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Birmingham New Street	11:56 Seaton Carew	3h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:03 Birmingham New Street	12:57 Paris	3h 54m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Hartlepool train route details

First train

06:03

Last train

22:17

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Hartlepool

Journey time

2h 56m

Distance

156 miles

Price

£43.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Hartlepool

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham to Hartlepool during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Hartlepool for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham to Hartlepool, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Hartlepool ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Hartlepool train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham to Hartlepool from £43.00*

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Birmingham to Hartlepool train prices and times

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