The web is packed with some really useful public transport related information, advice and resources. Below we have sought to highlight just a few websites which you may wish to check out if you don’t find the information you need within this website.
Gateshead Council Public Transport Pages
Gateshead Council have a set of web pages dedicated to providing information on buses and other forms of transport. You can find links to timetables, live travel maps, information on tickets and much more.
Nexus
Nexus is the Passenger Transport Executive for Tyne and Wear. On their website you’ll find lots of useful information on travelling by bus, Metro, ferry and rail across the area. Including service updates, timetables, a live travel map and ticket information, and details of the POP Card.
Don’t forget, as a resident at Valley Rise, you’re able to claim a free POP Card with £10 credit to help you get started with sustainable travel journeys in the local area. Find out more and claim yours by following the link below.
Go North East
The Go North East website contains plenty of information on their services in the area, including timetables, service updates, ticket information, live departures times and more.
Station Information
Both of the local stations are managed by Northern Rail. Both have ticket machines, cycle parking and step free access. You can view detailed station information by following the links below.
Live Departures
To view live departures from the two local stations, including up to date information on any disruptions or changes that may affect your journey, follow the links below.
National Rail Travel Tools
National Rail Enquiries offer a number of tools to help you with your train travel information needs whilst you’re on the move. Alerts can be set up to provide you with text, email, app or Messenger notifications when your train is delayed or cancelled. TrainTracker offers live arrival / departure, timetable and fares information over the phone with no wait time.
To find out more about these tools and the other tools available, follow the link below.
Travelling by Train with a Bike
National Rail have a free resource tool, PlusBike, with all the information you need to plan a seamless journey when you take the train and you plan to cycle along the way. You can access information on facilities at the station including cycle parking spaces, cycle hire scheme and information about taking your bike on a train.
