Cardiff to Hartlepool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.9 miles 379.7 km · straight line
292.8 miles actual route 471.2 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
£44 - £55 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Hartlepool?

The distance from Cardiff to Hartlepool is 235.9 miles (379.7 km) as the crow flies. Hartlepool is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 292.8 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Hartlepool. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Hartlepool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min £44 - £55 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Hartlepool

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Hartlepool
54.69°N, 1.21°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM