Our bus network
Supporting communities
Where we work
Most bus services in Tyne and Wear are operated by private companies. These commercial operators run around 90% of all routes and are responsible for setting their own timetables, routes and ticket prices.
To help communities remain connected, we support around 300 bus services, subsidised by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority. These routes are provided in areas where commercial operators choose not to run—often early in the morning, late at night or at weekends.
These subsidised services help people continue to access jobs, education, healthcare and leisure opportunities, even where customer numbers are lower.
Our interchanges
We own or manage several key bus interchanges across Tyne and Wear, including:
- Park Lane, Sunderland
- Eldon Square and Haymarket, Newcastle
- Gateshead Interchange
- Wallsend
- Jarrow
- Blaydon
- South Shields
Our on-site teams are available to provide information, help customers and ensure smooth journeys.
Improving bus services for the future
Safe and accessible
We want people to feel safe when they're travelling on buses in Tyne and Wear.
Safe and accessible
A better bus network
The North East Mayor's plan to bring buses back into public control to improve services to customers.
Bus Reform
Filming and photography
We welcome requests for considerate filming and photography on our bus network
Filming and photographyApply for a bus stop suspension
If a business or local authority wants to carry out street works which will affect the pick up and drop off at a bus stop or stops, a bus stop impact notification form must be completed.
Applications should be made at least two weeks in advance and charges apply.
Planning a bus journey?
For more information about bus routes, timetables and tickets, visit the Travel North East website.