Edinburgh to Hartlepool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.1 miles 188.5 km · straight line
151 miles actual route 243 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
138° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Hartlepool?

The distance from Edinburgh to Hartlepool is 117.1 miles (188.5 km) as the crow flies. Hartlepool is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Hartlepool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 46min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Hartlepool

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM