Cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool
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Milton Keynes to Hartlepool Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool. Traveling by train from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool usually takes 4 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest West Midlands Railway + Connections train can make the trip in 4 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 184 mi (296 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 25m |
| Lowest price | £131.63 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool?
2 train services operate from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool. Virgin Trains + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 4 | 5h 11m | £142.88 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 4 | 4h 44m | £142.88 |
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool start from £132, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Hartlepool. Virgin Trains + Connections in Milton Keynes leaves from Milton Keynes Central . And in Hartlepool trains arrive at Lynn St .
From Milton Keynes to Hartlepool train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 5 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hartlepool faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool start from £132, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Hartlepool. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Milton Keynes leaves from Milton Keynes Central . And in Hartlepool trains arrive at Lynn St .
From Milton Keynes to Hartlepool train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 4 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hartlepool faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool
The distance between Milton Keynes and Hartlepool is approximately 184 miles, or 296 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 25 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Milton Keynes to Hartlepool are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Milton Keynes at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Milton Keynes
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Image credit: Unsplash
Milton Keynes is one of England's most contemporary cities. Here you'll see modern urban engineering at work: a beautiful combination of green spaces, new structures, and sustainable travel. The city also offers first-hand access to history, culture, and sports, not to mention world-class shopping and entertainment.
If you're into arts and heritage, then the places that you'll most likely find them are The Silverstone Interactive Museum, MK Gallery, and National Film and Sci-Fi Museum. At Bletchley Park, learn how Alan Turing and other codebreakers deciphered German codes in this country estate during WWII.
Stadium MK is a hub of live entertainment, where football fans often fill its 30,530 seats. This stadium is also a favourite venue for musical shows. The Milton Keynes Theatre shows live theatre productions, and The Stables is a failsafe spot to enjoy a night of jazz, folk, blues, classical, and pop music.
The nearest airport is London Luton, about 20 miles away from Milton Keynes. Avanti West Coast trains offer seven scheduled trips to Milton Keynes daily, including routes from London, Southampton, and Cardiff. National Express provides coach service to Milton Keynes from other cities throughout the United Kingdom.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Milton Keynes?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Milton Keynes Central
Milton Keynes Central Railway Station is a modern, glass-fronted station at the western end of central Milton Keynes. It is one of the stops on the West Coast Main line and serves Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, and Southern regional rail services. Located in the station are a shop and café, but there are several additional restaurants, shops, and hotels in the surrounding area. Many buses and long-distance coaches also stop at the entrance to Milton Keynes Central, which makes for easy transfers between travel modes.
All train stations in Milton Keynes:
Milton Keynes Central
Where is the train station in Hartlepool?
Main arrival station: Church Sq Interchange
Hartlepool has one train station.
Train stations in Hartlepool:
Church Sq Interchange
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