Ways to travel

Connecting a region

The North East is served by a network of buses, Metro, ferry and rail, making it easy to travel whether you’re commuting, studying, or exploring. With frequent services and connections, you can choose the option that best suits your journey.

Plan your journey

Bus

A network of bus operators connect the region’s communities, making it easy to get around for work or leisure. Together, these services link with Metro, ferry and rail routes to enable fast and efficient journeys to countless destinations.

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Tyne and Wear Metro

The distinctive, yellow-branded, rapid light rail system carries around 30 million customer journeys a year through 60 stations, where trains can run up to every six minutes at peak times.

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Shields Ferry

The Shields Ferry - consisting of two vessels - is a frequent and fast service across the River Tyne, transporting you from North to South Shields in just seven minutes. They’re fully accessible and also form an integral part of National Cycle Route 1.

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Rail

Northern trains link Newcastle, Sunderland and Ashington, providing convenient access to towns within Northumberland, County Durham and beyond. From there, you can easily connect to major destinations such as Edinburgh, Manchester, and London King’s Cross.

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Travel made accessible

We’re committed to making travel easier for everyone. Explore ticket options, assistance services, and accessibility tools designed to support passengers with additional needs.

Learn more about assistance options