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Trains from Reading West to Hartlepool (HPL)

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8

train journeys
per day

223

miles (359 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading West to Hartlepool (HPL)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Hartlepool , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Hartlepool is approximately 223 miles (359 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Hartlepool.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Hartlepool. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Hartlepool Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    6 hrs 3 changes
    13:29
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    22:23
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:45
    11 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Reading West
    Hartlepool
    Reading West to Hartlepool

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Hartlepool Station

Station name Hartlepool (HPL)
Address Hartlepool station, Station Approach, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS24 7ED
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 13:30
Saturday 07:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Hartlepool

The travel time between Reading West and Hartlepool by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Hartlepool vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Hartlepool can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Hartlepool. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Hartlepool.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading West and Hartlepool, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.