Travel by Public Transport
For longer distance journeys, public transport offers a cost-effective alternative to single-occupancy car journeys.
Especially when considering the actual cost of owning and running a car, including purchase price, fuel, tax, insurance, maintenance, and parking, using public transport may save you money. A weekly/monthly pass also includes a heavy discount when compared with a standard single-ride ticket. Why not consider becoming a one-car family and using public transport more often?
Highfields is well connected by bus to Newcastle, Gateshead and Wardley. Meaning you can easily explore the North East using sustainable transport. Your nearest bus stops are on Whickham Highway and provide the services of:
Click here to find your nearest bus stop and services available.
Your nearest train station is Dunston, which provides routes to Newcastle, Sunderland and Carlisle. The station is an approximate 20-minute walk from Highfields or a 5-minute cycle ride and has 10 cycle spaces.
Find out timetable information and services provided at the station, and live train information, here.
Travelling further afield? Newcastle Central Station has direct routes to Manchester, Leeds, London and York plus many others.
Find out more information on Newcastle Central Station here.
Gateshead public transport information
Find out about all things public transport in Gateshead, including bus, metro and train information.
Railcards
A wide range of railcard offers are available. You can get great discounts on rail travel when travelling with one other person or with the whole family.
Plan a train journey
To plan a train journey, simply use the online rail enquiry websites, such as National Rail Enquiries.
Personalised pocket train timetables
You can create a personalised timetable and download it as a PDF. You can also create a timetable for up to three separate departure or arrival stations, selecting the days, dates, and times of travel times to suit you.
Find the best public transport method
Find the quickest and cheapest mode of public transport, by simply typing in your location and destination. You can also access schedules for different modes of public transport including bus, trains, taxi and driving.
Go North East bus fairs
Taking regular bus journeys within the North East? Then a daily, weekly and monthly travel card could save you money. Find out more here.
Free online journey planner
To find the quickest or easiest way from A to B by car, public transport, cycling or walking, use the free Google Maps Journey Planner. It couldn’t be easier!